At BFSF, our commitment to food safety extends beyond awareness campaigns. We believe in the power of education and knowledge sharing as catalysts for positive change. Our seminars and workshops serve as dynamic platforms where experts, practitioners, and stakeholders converge to exchange ideas, share experiences, and address critical issues within the food safety landscape. These events not only facilitate in-depth discussions but also provide practical insights, tools, and strategies that empower individuals and organizations to enhance their food safety practices. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a concerned consumer, our seminars and workshops are designed to enrich your understanding of food safety and inspire action for a safer, healthier Bangladesh.
National and International Food Safety Advocacy
At Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation (BFSF), we take pride in our commitment to promoting food safety awareness and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders. Our organization is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of consumers and the integrity of the food supply chain in Bangladesh. To achieve this, we organize a series of impactful events, including National Food Safety Day and World Food Safety Day celebrations.
These events bring together a diverse spectrum of participants, including representatives from the public sector, private sector, industry experts, service providers, academics, media professionals, emerging leaders, and conscientious consumers. Through both physical and virtual platforms, BFSF conducts seminars and discussion meetings that delve into critical food safety issues along the value chain. We encourage open dialogue and information sharing, allowing us to gain valuable insights and feedback from our esteemed attendees.
Knowledge Sharing and Informed Decision-Making
The outcomes of these seminars and meetings are not confined to the event itself. BFSF is committed to disseminating the knowledge generated during these gatherings. We compile and publish comprehensive reports that capture the essence of these discussions, highlighting key insights, recommendations, and best practices. By making these reports available, we aim to contribute to informed decision-making in the realm of food safety. Our workshops and seminars serve as an essential platform for fostering partnerships, raising awareness, and ultimately improving food safety standards across Bangladesh.
List of the Seminars, Workshops, and Conferences by BFSF organized by the Bangladesh Food Safety Foundations since its inception
Seminar on the occasion of the National Food Safety Day 2 February, 2024
A Seminar paper was presented on the “Important of Consumers’ Awareness and Raising Voice Against Food Contamination and Malpractice” presented by Mr. Manjur Mohammad Shahriar, Joint Secretary of the government of Bangladesh and former Director, Directorate of Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority (held in 3 February, 2024).
Seminar on the occasion of the World Food Safety Day 7 June 2023
Under the umbrella program of “Advancing Self-compliance of Food Hygiene and Safety Standards in Food Establishments in Bangladesh”. The following three papers were presented in the seminar.
- “Compliance of Hygiene Standards in Food Establishments” by Dr. Iqbal Rouf Mamun, Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka, and Member of the Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation. 7 June, 2023
- “Conducting Compliance Audits at Food Establishments” by Engr. Md. Liaquat Ali, Founding Director General of Bangladesh Accreditation Board and Member of the Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation. 7 June, 2023
- “Compliance of Food Safety Standards through Testing at Food Establishments” by Mr. Abul Basher Miah, Former Director, Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation, and Member of the Bangladesh Food Safety Foundation. 7 June, 2023
Seminar on the occasion of the National Food Safety Day 2 February, 2023
A Seminar was presented on the “Food Safety Culture and Practice” paper presented by Mustak Hassan Md. Iftekhar, Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority (held in 3 March, 2023).
Virtual Seminar on the occasion of the World Food Safety Day 7 June 2022
Two papers were presented
- “Food Safety Solution: Bangladesh and Global Context” – Seminar paper presented by Dr. Muftikhar Ahmed, PhD (Food Microbiology), International Consultant, Quality Control Laboratory, Department of Livestock, Dhaka. 7 June, 2022
“Bangladesh Food Safety: Progress and Challenges” – Seminar paper presented by Mustak Hassan Md. Iftekhar, Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority. 7 June, 2022
Virtual Seminar on the occasion of the National Food Safety Day 2 February, 2022
A Seminar papers was presented on the “Role of Non-State Actors in Enhancing Food Safety” anchored by Mustak Hassan Md. Iftekhar, Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority (held in 2 February 2022).
Webinars
- “Primary Food Production & Marketing” Led by Dr. Hamidur Rahman, former Director General of Directorate of Agriculture Extension, Government of Bangladesh. 03 August, 2020
- “Compliance and Certification” led by Engr. Liaquat Ali, Founding Director General, Bangladesh Accreditation Board. – July 11, 2020
- “Food Industry & Business Forum” led by Mr. Zakir Hossain, Secretary-General, Bangladesh Supermarket Owners Association. 11 July, 2020
Seminar on the occasion on the World Food Safety Day 7 June 2020
Five papers were presented in the seminar-
- “Ensure Food Safe and Team up For Safety” by Mr. Mustak Hassan Md. Iftekhar, Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority.
- “Produce And Store Food Safe” by Dr. Hamidur Rahman, Former Director General, Directorate of Agriculture Extension.
- “Process And Keep Food Safe” by Mr. Zakir Hossain, General Secretary, Bangladesh Supermarket Owners’ Association.
- “Check And Certify Food As Safe” by Engr. Mohammad Liaquat Ali, Founding Director General, Bangladesh Accreditation Board.
- “Team up For Safety” by Mr. Mustak Hassan Md. Iftekhar, Founding Chairman, Bangladesh Food Safety Authority.
Conference on the occasion on the World Food Safety Day 7 June 2019
Conference topics:
- Presentation on “Food Safety: Everyone’s Business: and
- Roles and Challenges for the Bangladesh Supermarkets ensuring safer food.
BFSF is in the first to mark the World Food Safety Day in Bangladesh. These events represent BFSF’s ongoing commitment to food safety education, awareness, and collaboration in Bangladesh. Stay tuned for more updates on future seminars, workshops, and conferences.