Shafin Imtiaz (klein)

Shafin

Nominated by Rafin Shahriar

All 2025 Children’s Peace Prize Nominees

Shafin, a 16-year-old from Dhaka, Bangladesh, is the founder of EcoPaws Foundation, dedicated to animal welfare, environmental protection, and supporting underprivileged children. Observing the struggles of street children and stray animals, he has organized initiatives to provide shelter for animals, clean roads, plant trees, raise community awareness, and promote safe spaces for children. Through workshops, events, and hands-on community programs, Shafin educates others about environmental disruption, waste management, and child protection, demonstrating how small, dedicated actions can create meaningful change in both his community and beyond.