Why He Is Referred to as the "Father" of the International Award

Founder of the DWMF Medal: He is the founder and principal president of the DMWF, which introduced the International Gold Medal in 2010.

Recognition Across Multiple Disciplines: Unlike numerous awards limited to a single field, this medal honors individuals worldwide for outstanding achievements in science, humanitarian efforts, education, and national development.

Pioneer of the International Award: He is acknowledged for transcending regional boundaries by awarding international gold medals to global citizens, recognizing their worldwide contributions prior to the widespread establishment of state-level honors for non-citizens.

AKM Farhadul Kabir’s philosophy centers on institutionalizing excellence rather than merely commemorating the past.

Strategic Vision: Guided by an unwavering dedication to integrity and public service, he has transformed DWMF & DMWF into a globally esteemed initiative.

Core Objective: He established the award to promote excellence in education, science, youth empowerment, and international dialogue, ensuring the Gold Medal is awarded solely on the basis of merit and ethical principles.

Global Reach: He structured the foundation to transcend Asian borders, overseeing the expansion of its international programs and leadership forums.

A.K.M. Farhadul Kabir
Founder & Central President, DMWF
Founding Chairman of the World Sport Development Committee
In the 1990s, he was recognized as a record-holding international martial arts athlete, having earned gold medals from over 80 countries and black belts from more than 70 countries.
A.K.M. Farhadul Kabir is esteemed as a distinguished organizer and the Father of International Awards. His professional legacy is marked by his dedication to institution-building, ethical leadership, and fostering global dialogue. He is the principal architect of the DMWF, an independent global development organization.

Institutional History and Key Achievements
• Founder & Central President / CEO, DMWF (2010 – Present): Established the Dr. M.A. Wazed Miah Memorial Foundation (founded February 16, 2010), a multi-sector organization committed to education, science, public health, and youth development.
• Originator of the International Gold Medal (2010): Recognized as the "Father of the International Gold Medal" for initiating the practice of honoring foreign nationals worldwide, preceding similar state-level recognitions by the Government of Bangladesh.
• Chief Strategist (Ongoing): Led the creation of the foundation’s Global Affairs Division (GAD) and expanded the organization’s reach, including the establishment of a second Head Office in Kolkata, India.
• Distinguished Organizer (Career): Possesses extensive experience as an organizer and carries the legacy of Bruce Lee in martial arts.

Core Organizational Philosophy (The Kabir Doctrine)
His leadership is characterized by a commitment to pioneering institutionalism, known as The Kabir Doctrine, which emphasizes:
1. Integrity and Public Service: Guiding the DMWF with unwavering ethical standards and transparency.
2. Global Dialogue: Promoting the foundation as an international platform dedicated to youth empowerment and cross-cultural communication.
3. Institutional Development: Ensuring the DMWF functions under a strictly merit-based, non-political framework, independent of regional or governmental influences.