Dr. Fakhrul Islam Babu 孫逸仙 is a community advocate and humanitarian volunteer whose work centers on cultural harmony, civic participation, and practical support for underprivileged and distressed individuals in Hong Kong and Bangladesh. Over more than two decades, he has been involved in community-based initiatives supporting ethnic-minority inclusion, youth and family engagement, charitable relief, and public-minded service.

 

Dr. Fakhrul is active in district and community networks in Hong Kong, including mentoring and family-support roles. He serves as a Parents Ambassador for the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong and is a mentor in the Home Affairs Department’s Yau Tsim Mong District Mentorship Program. He also encourages civic duty among ethnic minorities, including assisting with voter registration for the 2025 Legislative Council General Election.

 

In 2023, he stood as a candidate in the Yau Tsim Mong South constituency in the District Council elections, reflecting his ongoing engagement with community representation and public affairs.

 

Dr. Fakhrul founded and leads several community-facing organizations focused on friendship, cultural exchange, and humanitarian support:

Founder & President, China Bangladesh Friendship Center -CBFC 中孟友好中心 (www.chinabangladesh.org)

Founder & President, Asian Club Limited 亞會有限公司, Hong Kong (www.asianclub.org)

Founder & Trustee Chair, Dr. Muhammad Fakhrul Islam Foundation (www.mfifoundation.org), a charity supporting distressed people in Bangladesh
Founding organizer, Hong Kong Association of Naturalized Chinese Limited 香港歸化華人協會 

 

His community work has included assistance for oppressed and underprivileged communities, distressed families, and orphans. He describes his approach as practical and people-centered—helping individuals understand how to protect their rights, access systems and services, and move forward with their goals.

 

Dr. Fakhrul is an active Rotarian with a long-standing involvement in Rotary service and philanthropy. He is a Major Donor (MD), Paul Harris Fellow (PHF), Benefactor (B), and Paul Harris Society (PHS) Member of Rotary International.

 

Past President, Rotary Club of Dhaka Orchid (RID 3280/3281), Bangladesh

Past President and member, Rotary Club of Kowloon Golden Mile (RID 3450), Hong Kong

TRF Cadre of Technical Advisers, Rotary International (2015–2021)

 

Dr. Fakhrul holds lifelong and active memberships in community and civic organizations, including:

Life Member & Cultural Secretary, Bangladesh Association of Hong Kong (BAHK)

Life Member, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society

Life Member, We Speak Chinese Club Bangladesh Limited

Life Member, International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF)
Member, Royal Asiatic Society, Hong Kong
Member, Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA)

Member, ICAC Club, Hong Kong

Member, Equal Opportunity Club, Hong Kong

In addition to organizational leadership, he participates in personal forms of public service. He is a registered organ donor and a regular blood donor with the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. He also contributed to the Manila Bay Rehabilitation Program, which received urban rehabilitation honors in 2025.

 

Dr. Fakhrul’s community service and leadership have been recognized through awards and Rotary honors, including:

Icon of Change (2025) — for cross-border diplomacy and inclusive leadership

AJHRAF International Excellence Award (2025) — for contributions as a Rotarian and community leader
Beacon of Hope and Humanity Award-2025

Best President (Rotary District) — awarded during his two terms as President of the Rotary Club of Dhaka Orchid (RID 3280/3281)

Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) — recognition for substantial contributions to The Rotary Foundation

Paul Harris Society (PHS) Member — recognition for sustained high-level annual giving

Benefactor (B) — personal support to Rotary’s Permanent Fund

Major Donor (MD) — recognition for cumulative giving exceeding USD 10,000