Message From Convener

Being the proud convener of one of the first pivotal and earnest Bangladeshi parades in New York I’m immensely appreciative, not just for myself as an organizer but also for the integrity of my nation. A substantial segment of the population in New York is made up of Bengalis; therefore the chance to commemorate and honor the nation’s culture is greatly valued. It’s not often that we get the virtue of showcasing the nation’s grandeur and paying it the reverence and devotion it deserves, thus this event seeks to highlight and disseminate recognition for Bangladesh. As a first-generation immigrant in New York, adjusting here was exceptionally strenuous and called for a lot of perseverance.

There were numerous occasions when I, along with many others like myself, experienced excruciating homesickness, but never at any time was anything readily available to truly ease these sentiments.t I believe our community has advanced greatly through time and we’re currently much more represented in the United States than we were just a decade ago, but there’s much more work to be done. After being born and raised in a setting that differs so greatly from the one we’ve spent most of our lives navigating, it can be challenging to adjust. Jackson Heights and other neighborhoods in New York and the United States are rather comfortable, and they make the prospect of continuing this road of transition much more conceivable. We intend our parade to have an impression on those who have battled with adjustment and those who still do. Although we can’t always return home, there are occasions when it’s imperative to bring our home to us.