Early Life and Family Background
Ayman Sadiq, who is a native of Comilla, Bangladesh, was born on 2nd September, 1992. He was raised in a respectable family. Brigadier General Taib, his father, is the Chief Financial Officer at Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP). Ayman’s mother, Sharmin Akhter, is a houswife. He has a younger brother Sadman Sadik, who is also an educational content creator. With such a nurturing family, it came as no surprise that Ayman was determined to help out, particularly in the education sector.
Educational Background
Ayman started off with his education at Cantonment School and College, Chittagong, and moved on to Adamjee Cantonment College, Dhaka for his A-levels. He then attended the University of Dhaka’s Institute of Business Administration (IBA) to pursue a Bachelor degree in Business Administration. His stay at IBA, and participation in other competitions such as Biz Masters and the Future leaders league, tempered his ambitions and made him pragmatic on how he should think. All these things also helped narrow the gap in his understanding of the educational system in this country and what needed to be done to change it, making him all the more interested in the change endeavor.
Founding 10 Minute School: Revolutionizing Access to Education
During his time at IBA, Ayman commenced teaching school children, which turned out to be engaging and exhilarating. He saw that a number of students especially the underprivileged ones did not conform to the available educational resources. As a result, he decided to start uploading videos creating educational content free of cost on the internet leading to the inception of 10 Minute School in the year 2015. His objective was to equalize the education inequities that existed in Bangladesh by ensuring that every student, courtyard and commode could easily access a well furnished edged their available learning resources. The foundation which started out as a YouTube channel has already incorporated thousands of video lectures in areas such as Maths, Sciences, English and Skill Development training. Nowadays, 10 Minute School is used by more than 250,000 active users daily who enjoy and make use of its over 30,000 video lectures and quiz interactions.
The mission of the platform is further enhanced in scope through a number of strategic initiatives and partnerships, such as those with Robi Axiata and ICT Division of Bangladesh, which has helped the platform achieve higher operational magnitudes. In 2022 10 Minute School became the first Bangladeshi educational technology startup to attract foreign funding, raising $2 M from Sequoia Capital. This investment has boosted development and allowed the platform to enhance its content with new difficult levels such as those for the preparation for universities and jobs.
Ayman Sadiq’s Impact on Bangladeshi Youth
Ayman Sadiq has played a vital role in the transformation of the youth of Bangladesh. In a time when almost everybody has access to the internet and smartphones, 10-Minute School has turned out to be a huge benefactor for rural and underprivileged students who would otherwise struggle to find proper education. Through his platform, Sadiq has enabled students the opportunity to learn as per their own timing, and developed an ecosystem of self-learning and digital skills which are indispensable in the modern era.
10 Minute School also has additional life skills and career preparedness programs to help the students face the actual scenarios instead of bookish knowledge only. This methodology of teaching appeals to the people of Bangladesh, especially the youth females, who regard Sadiq as a champion of the cause of education for all. Young people have fallen in love with his approach towards teaching because in him, they see a person who cares about their development and also knows how to achieve success, which inspires them since they believe that change is possible in Bangladesh.
Strength, Stamina, and Spirit: Ayman Sadiq’s Pursuit of Endurance Excellenc
The evolution of Ayman Sadiq in the realm of sports athletes in terms of raw skills exposes a formidable focus on endurance sports among others. He has been talented to the point of being able to participate in more than ten sports but only recently did he take running as a sport to his heart. In 2023, he ventured into the world of marathon running, starting with a 7.5KM mini marathon in Hatirjheel that has since awoken a lasting interest in the sport. After that, he has matured into, this describes the enormous growth that he has attained, just recently accomplishing a goal of his own by finishing a full marathon of 42.2KM which also took about six hours and pushed the endurance limits in a way that has never been experienced before.
Ayman is not just a marathon runner; he is also an athlete with many sides to him. Ayman plays football and basketball, two other sports where his running ability translates into an edge due to his enhanced endurance from the sport. He has managed to develop running in a way that not only improves his stamina in all sports but even in every other activity of his life. The relentless nature of his drive is seen as he always tries to raise the bar with his fitness levels, with an Ironman 70.3 being in his radar. Ayer Sadiq’s love for sports spills over to his friends, family and the rest of his followers urging them to take up the challenge of marathons and other activities.
Social Media Presence and Community Engagement
Ayman Sadiq is very active on social media as well. Especially, he tends to use Facebook and YouTube very often where he posts motivational videos and life hacks, on a regular basis. The students, in particular, have benefited from using these media, as they have been able to reach out to the students, answering their queries, giving them tips on studying, and even talking about their mental health and career issues. His warm and kind personality has helped create a great family that is 10 Minute School, where students feel empowered and encouraged to pursue their dreams.
Sadiq has also offered various community events and live question-and-answer interaction, within which he has managed to create an atmosphere of loyalty among his followers. His honesty, coupled with active engagement, has broadened his reach even further, earning him respect as a leader in education in Bangladesh.
Navigating Political and Social Challenges
While there have been a few bumps along the way in the journey of Ayman Sadiq. In July 2024, 10 Minute School which is one of the prominent student platforms in Bangladesh, lost a proposed investment of TK 5 crore from Startup Bangladesh Limited after Sadiq tweeted in favor of the students advocating for a revision in the government job quota. This episode exposed the underlying and difficult circumstances entrepreneurs exist in, especially in Bangladesh where most business dealings run on casual evidence collectible of politics. This was a clear sign that some issues in this country are best left untouched and unspoken due to the potential consequences.
In 2020, the platform faced another dilemma after an ex-staff versed in information technology, posted pro-LGBT material on 10 Minute School’s official page. This attracted serious attacks from conservative elements of the society who were against the move. This antagonism came with threats and hen Sadiq reversed his decision and issued a statement where he clarified that the platform seeks to be forgiving to everyone but does not support any ideology in particular. He pulled down the material to protect his staff, which illustrated a tough choice that he has been forced to make between social injustice and safety.
In addition to that, the platform has also been accused of exposing its users to some age-sensitive content such as menstruation and consent. This is because these topics are important for the young target audiences, however, conservative antagonists argued that such topics were out of sync with the culture. Sadiq, however, an advocate of education for all and one who embraces progressive education, took out some of this content to protect his team and family, walking the tricky line of educational content and respect for culture.
Recognitions and Achievements
The innovative creations of Ayman Sadiq have garnered him a plethora of awards and recognitions. In the year 2018, he has also been honored in the education category of the ’30 Under 30′ at Forbes Asia and to become one of the youngest Bangladeshis to feature in this list. Moreover, he also became a recipient of the Queen’s Young Leaders Award by the British monarch, in recognition to his endeavors towards making education equitable to all. Several awards including the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Award and the GLOMO Award for digital incorporation have also been awarded to 10 Minute School, which attests to Ayman’s further achievements in the South Asian educational technology landscape.
Personal Life and Future Vision
In 2023, Ayman tied the knot with Munzereen Shahid, who is an educator and content creator, sharing the same passion for teaching as Ayman does. As such, their union represents a partnership aimed at transforming the lives of the youths’ of Bangladesh. And they are still able to bring out their best efforts and motivates the students across the country. Together, as they both have contributed in the education sector, it is quite evident that this couple is one of the most powerful figures in Bangladeshi edtech.
In the future, Sadiq intends to broaden the scope of 10 Developing the 10 Minute School. Instead of only focusing on technological advances in education, his strategy is to expand the school to reach more learners. His vision for the future goes further to include creation of individualized learning systems based on AI as well as venturing into fresh markets such as skills training and education for grown-ups. The way Sadiq approaches the work is creative and inclusive because Sadiq believes that education does not stop at the classroom – there is always room for improvement outside it.
Heritage and the Final Thoughts
The efforts of Ayman Sadiq and the 10 Minute School initiative have changed the education system in Bangladesh and also showcased the effectiveness of digital technologies in narrowing educational access. His story—from wanting to be a teacher as a child, to becoming one of the highly revered educators in the country—motivates many students, teachers, and business people alike. In spite of all odds, Sadiq’s endeavor has remained constant and assertive given the challenges faced, showing that there is power in one’s resolve and that a single person’s thoughts can create a positive upsurge in the country.
At present, however, 10 Minute School is an embodiment of Ayman Sadiq’s commitment, enabling millions of students and setting the ball rolling for other standard primary digital education programs in the country. His tale champions the undying spirit of will, innovation, and that of service to humanity through the course of striving to make a change that is worthwhile.
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Facebook : 6.8M
Instagram : 2M
YouTube : 2.3M
