Dr. Selina Ferdous

Dr. Selina Ferdous is a seasoned professional specializing in gender and social inclusion within the development sector, currently serving as the Senior Specialist at Practical Action in Bangladesh since May 2018. With a strong background in public health, Dr. Ferdous has held key roles in various organizations, including ACDI/VOCA as the Deputy Chief of Party and Nutrition Lead, where efforts focused on improving livestock production to enhance rural nutrition. Previous experience includes project coordination with WaterAid Bangladesh for WASH initiatives and roles with organizations such as Save the Children and CARE, emphasizing health services and harm reduction strategies. Dr. Ferdous holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on Population and Reproductive Health from State University of Bangladesh and earned a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Rangpur Medical College.