 has announced that its landmark 40th-anniversary convention will be held in Orlando, Florida, from September 4 to 6, 2026.){kind=link}
The Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America (FOBANA) has announced that its landmark 40th-anniversary convention will be held in Orlando, Florida, from September 4 to 6, 2026.
The three-day event, scheduled to take place at the Holiday Inn Resort, represents a significant milestone for the diaspora, marking four decades of community leadership and cultural preservation.
A formal press conference to share further details will be held in Dhaka on January 15.
Organizers have characterized the upcoming gathering as a premier global platform for the Bangladeshi diaspora. The 2026 convention aims to bolster unity and cultural heritage while fostering a new era of global collaboration. The event is expected to draw a diverse assembly of community leaders, professionals, cultural activists, and youth representatives from North America, Bangladesh, and across the globe.
Beyond cultural celebration, the convention will prioritize economic and strategic goals, including the enhancement of international business cooperation and the promotion of worldwide tourism. Through various exhibitions and dialogues, the organizers seek to solidify the enduring bonds between Bangladesh and its citizens living abroad.
The program will feature high-level investment forums and networking sessions designed to promote economic ties and showcase Bangladesh’s growing economic potential to the world.
The 40th-anniversary celebrations will include a grand opening ceremony, cultural performances, and a food festival featuring authentic Bangladeshi cuisine. Special emphasis will be placed on the next generation, with dedicated sessions for youth engagement and dialogues focused on women’s leadership.
According to the organizers, the convention will serve as an international stage to highlight the nation’s values and creativity. Expressing optimism for the event, the organizing committee stated that the 2026 gathering will further unify the global community and represent Bangladesh with pride on the world stage.