At TEDxRUET, we are excited to have Rokaiya Ahmed Purna as our speaker, who has truly empowered her imagination. She redefined the theme, shifting from "Made in Bangladesh" to "Designed in Bangladesh," showcasing creativity and innovation. At a very young age, she is already featured in magazines all over the world, such as Vogue, Canvas, New Kid, CNN, Forbes, Textile Today, and so on, especially for her signature project by collaborating with renowned German shoe brand Ekn, named “Ekn Kamthala,” the world’s first sustainable shoe labeled with “Designed in Bangladesh and made in Europe. She has been honored with several awards, including the Rare Rising Star and the Aspiring Women Leader Award. As a UNESCO expert in fair culture, she brings her insights to the Young Experts' Journal on Fair Culture, inspiring new ideas and visions for a better future. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience her remarkable journey, exceptional creativity, and groundbreaking ideas. Join us on 𝟕 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲,𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 and get ready to be inspired by Rokaiya Ahmed Purna’s story of transforming dreams into reality, where Bangladeshi design meets global recognition.