Chairman, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society | Barrister-at-Law, Lincoln’s Inn | Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
Professional Overview
Barrister Md. Abdus Salam is a distinguished Bangladeshi legal professional, humanitarian leader and education advocate with over three decades of experience in legal practice, institutional governance, international affairs and community development in Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.
Current Humanitarian Leadership
He assumed office as Chairman of the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) on 20 June 2026. In this role he provides leadership to a major national humanitarian organisation serving communities affected by disasters, health emergencies and other forms of vulnerability. His appointment builds on a longstanding record of grassroots welfare and organisational leadership.
Legal Practice and Professional Leadership
Called to the Bar at Lincoln’s Inn, London, in 2007, he is an Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is Founder and Principal of Barrister Salam & Associates in Dhaka and Principal Adviser to East London Law Chambers in the United Kingdom. He has been associated with the Sylhet District Bar Association since 1993. His legal experience spans constitutional, administrative and human rights matters, legal and regulatory affairs and institutional governance.
Academic Qualifications
He earned legal qualifications including an LLB (Honours) and LLM from the University of East London, and a postgraduate diploma in Professional Legal Skills from City University, London. He also studied law at Dhaka Law College and completed postgraduate study in Political Science at the University of Dhaka. Earlier in his career, he served as Lecturer and Head of the Department of Political Science at Dakshin Surma Degree College, Sylhet.
Education and Institution Building
Barrister Salam has founded and supported educational institutions including Nobarun High School, Boiragibazar High School, Dakshin Surma College, Ekota Academy and Protiva Kindergarten. He established Protiva Pathagar, a public library promoting literacy and learning. His educational governance work includes service as Governing Body President of Haji Israb Ali High School & College and General Secretary of the Dakshin Surma Government Degree College Governing Body.
Humanitarian and International Engagement
He founded Lawyers Voice International, an organisation promoting human rights, the rule of law and good governance, and has supported Bibi’s Trust in providing educational scholarships, housing, healthcare, livelihood assistance and relief to disadvantaged communities. His professional engagements have included the United Nations, European Union, Commonwealth Secretariat and international policy forums. His experience connects legal advocacy with practical humanitarian and community work.
Advisory Role at CUST
As an Advisor to Central University of Science and Technology (CUST), Barrister Salam brings expertise in governance, legal and regulatory affairs, international engagement, humanitarian leadership and educational development. His perspective can support CUST’s long-term institutional growth, academic partnerships, community engagement and commitment to responsible leadership.
