Abir Ahmed

Abir Ahmed is an international development professional and former journalist with over a decade of experience working at the intersection of media, communications, and social impact. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to design and implement high-impact campaigns, build strategic partnerships, and drive initiatives that address key development priorities, particularly in the areas of child rights, gender equality, education, and social behavioral change. With a nuanced understanding of both the media landscape and development sector, she brings a unique blend of storytelling, advocacy, and strategic communication to the organizations she serves.
Currently, leading a state-wide communication and awareness campaign to eliminate child marriage with IPE Global, Abir has worked with organizations such as UNICEF, Child Rights and You (CRY), and The Better India to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals. A British Council Women Leadership Fellow, International Climate Champion and alumna of the University of Bristol, she is passionate about building narratives that make a lasting impact.