Experience Overview 

1. Journal of Developing Societies (SAGE Publications)
   Editorial Board Member | August 2025 - Present
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• I am honored to serve as an Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Developing Societies, a peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journal published by SAGE. The journal provides a critical platform for theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented research on development and social transformation—spanning both the Global South and Global North. As part of the board, I contribute to scholarly review, ethical standards, and thought leadership at the intersection of development, sustainability, and social justice.

• The journal is indexed in major academic databases and adheres to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

2. Editor-in-Chief & Publisher, Nafew’s NotePad

LinkedIn-based e-Publication | April 2025 – Present

• Founded and lead a monthly digital publication curating diverse perspectives from academics, journalists, students, and professionals.
  
  

• Oversee all editorial processes—content selection, review, layout, and publishing—to maintain high quality and intellectual depth.
  
  

• Publish regularly on the 22nd of every month, covering topics across education, technology, politics, literature, and social justice.
  
  

• Cultivated an engaged community of contributors and readers, increasing reach and influence on social platforms.

3. Freelance Editorial and Opinion Piece Contributor

September 2024 – Present

• Contributed thought-provoking editorials and opinion columns to renowned Bangladeshi and international dailies including The Daily Star, New Age, Daily Observer, The Daily Janakantha, Kaler Kantho, and others.
  
  

• Covered topics such as economic justice, education reform, environmental policy, and socio-political commentary, combining research-backed insights with accessible storytelling.
  
  

• Recognized for coining the term "Ghost Habit of Essential Commodities" and promoting critical awareness on price manipulation in Bangladesh’s markets.
  
  

• Built a strong personal voice and following as a young public intellectual, advocating for sustainable development and inclusive policy reform.
  
  

4. Independent Researcher

January 2023 – Present

• Conduct independent, multidisciplinary research on sustainability, the Fifth Industrial Revolution (5IR), the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and gender equality, focusing on Bangladesh’s publishing and printing industries.
  
  

• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and media outlets.
  
  

• Author and publish analytical articles in national and international newspapers, advancing public awareness and scholarly dialogue.
  
  

• Prepare academic papers for peer-reviewed journals and actively participate in research discussions, policy development, and academic events.
  
  

• Peer Reviewer – Environment, Innovation and Management and other multidisciplinary journals; review manuscripts on innovation policy, sustainability, and environmental governance, providing detailed, constructive feedback to support scholarly quality.
  
  

5. Private Tutor (Academic Coach)

2018 – Present

• Mentored 10+ students in subjects ranging from primary to secondary levels (Class 4 to Class 10), offering tailored academic guidance.
  
  

• Guided one student from Class 8 through to successful admission into Islamic University of Technology (IUT)—a long-term mentorship success.
  
  

• Provide consistent academic support to a group of Rajuk Uttara Model College students, tutoring them since Class 5 (now in Class 9), focusing on conceptual mastery.
  
  

• Support a student since Class 4 (currently in Class 8), fostering consistent academic performance and confidence building.