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'''Shahi Al Sadat''' (born in Meherpur) is a Bangladeshi Social entrepreneur children activist and the founder of TeenX, a youth-led initiative working to prevent child abuse, sexual violence, human trafficking, cyber abuse, and online exploitation. He was nominated for International Children's Peace Prize 2024
'''Shahi Al Sadat''' (born in Meherpur) is a Bangladeshi Social entrepreneur children activist and the founder of TeenX, a youth-led initiative working to prevent child abuse, sexual violence, human trafficking, cyber abuse, and online exploitation. He was nominated for International Children's Peace Prize 2024
He founded Teen-X in 2021 with the vision of creating a safer environment for children and teenagers through technology, awareness campaigns, legal support, and youth empowerment.
He founded Teen-X in 2021 with the vision of creating a safer environment for children and teenagers through technology, awareness campaigns, legal support, and youth empowerment.<ref>https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/corporates/shahi-al-sadat-young-force-global-child-rights-advocacy-1074936</ref>


==Early life==
==Early life==
Shahi Al Sadat was born on 22 March 2009 in Meherpur District, Bangladesh. He developed an interest in technology, public speaking and social issues during his early school years. He became involved in debate and youth-oriented activities during his school years. In 2021, while participating as the captain of his school's debate team in a nationwide Bengali debate competition, Sadat unintentionally repeated the word "so" several times during his speech. A recording of the incident subsequently circulated on social media and became the subject of online ridicule and cyberbullying. According to later interviews, the experience influenced his interest in addressing cyberbullying and protecting young people from online abuse.
Shahi Al Sadat was born on 22 March 2009 in Meherpur District, Bangladesh. He developed an interest in technology, public speaking and social issues during his early school years. He became involved in debate and youth-oriented activities during his school years. In 2021, while participating as the captain of his school's debate team in a nationwide Bengali debate competition, Sadat unintentionally repeated the word "so" several times during his speech. A recording of the incident subsequently circulated on social media and became the subject of online ridicule and cyberbullying. According to later interviews, the experience influenced his interest in addressing cyberbullying and protecting young people from online abuse.<ref>https://www.daily-sun.com/feature/877855/17-year-old-sadat-leads-teen-x-to-fight-child-abuse-trafficking</ref>


==Education==
==Education==
Sadat studied at Meherpur Government High School before moving to St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka, where he continued his higher-secondary education. As of 2026, he is a Class XI student at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School.
Sadat studied at Meherpur Government High School before moving to St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka, where he continued his higher-secondary education. As of 2026, he is a Class XI student at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School.<ref>https://www.dhakatribune.com/feature/youth/374302/shahi-al-sadat-transforming-child-protection</ref>


==Career and social initiatives==
==Career and social initiatives==
Teen-X Sadat founded Teen-X on 2 June 2021 as a technology-driven youth protection initiative. The platform focuses on preventing teenage sexual violence, child trafficking, harassment and online exploitation, while providing awareness, support and advocacy for young people.
Teen-X Sadat founded Teen-X on 2 June 2021 as a technology-driven youth protection initiative. The platform focuses on preventing teenage sexual violence, child trafficking, harassment and online exploitation, while providing awareness, support and advocacy for young people.
Teen-X has conducted school-based programmes, awareness campaigns and community initiatives addressing cyber safety, digital exploitation, legal literacy, anti-harassment education and child protection. According to the organisation, its programmes have reached students and young people across Bangladesh. The organisation has also developed technology-based mechanisms intended to provide rapid assistance to teenagers facing safety threats.
Teen-X has conducted school-based programmes, awareness campaigns and community initiatives addressing cyber safety, digital exploitation, legal literacy, anti-harassment education and child protection. According to the organisation, its programmes have reached students and young people across Bangladesh. The organisation has also developed technology-based mechanisms intended to provide rapid assistance to teenagers facing safety threats.<ref>https://www.daily-sun.com/feature/877855/17-year-old-sadat-leads-teen-x-to-fight-child-abuse-trafficking</ref>


==Other ventures==
==Other ventures==
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==Recognition==
==Recognition==
Sadat has received or been associated with several national and international recognitions for youth leadership, social innovation and child protection. These include the National Tech Award 2024 and the PBIF International Digital Business Award 2025. He was also nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize 2024. In 2025 and 2026, reports also listed him among recipients of several youth leadership and social-impact awards, including the 71 Media Iconic Award and other national and international recognitions.
Sadat has received or been associated with several national and international recognitions for youth leadership, social innovation and child protection. These include the National Tech Award 2024 and the PBIF International Digital Business Award 2025. He was also nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize 2024. In 2025 and 2026, reports also listed him among recipients of several youth leadership and social-impact awards, including the 71 Media Iconic Award and other national and international recognitions.<ref>https://en.banglanews24.com/national/news/bd/194425.details</ref>


During their career they has received several honours, including International Children Peace Prize.
During their career they has received several honours, including International Children Peace Prize.

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Shahi Al Sadat
Born
Meherpur
NationalityBangladeshi
Alma materSt Joseph Secondary School
OccupationSocial entrepreneur
AwardsInternational Children Peace Prize

Shahi Al Sadat (born in Meherpur) is a Bangladeshi Social entrepreneur children activist and the founder of TeenX, a youth-led initiative working to prevent child abuse, sexual violence, human trafficking, cyber abuse, and online exploitation. He was nominated for International Children's Peace Prize 2024 He founded Teen-X in 2021 with the vision of creating a safer environment for children and teenagers through technology, awareness campaigns, legal support, and youth empowerment.[1]

Early life[edit source]

Shahi Al Sadat was born on 22 March 2009 in Meherpur District, Bangladesh. He developed an interest in technology, public speaking and social issues during his early school years. He became involved in debate and youth-oriented activities during his school years. In 2021, while participating as the captain of his school's debate team in a nationwide Bengali debate competition, Sadat unintentionally repeated the word "so" several times during his speech. A recording of the incident subsequently circulated on social media and became the subject of online ridicule and cyberbullying. According to later interviews, the experience influenced his interest in addressing cyberbullying and protecting young people from online abuse.[2]

Education[edit source]

Sadat studied at Meherpur Government High School before moving to St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka, where he continued his higher-secondary education. As of 2026, he is a Class XI student at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School.[3]

Career and social initiatives[edit source]

Teen-X Sadat founded Teen-X on 2 June 2021 as a technology-driven youth protection initiative. The platform focuses on preventing teenage sexual violence, child trafficking, harassment and online exploitation, while providing awareness, support and advocacy for young people. Teen-X has conducted school-based programmes, awareness campaigns and community initiatives addressing cyber safety, digital exploitation, legal literacy, anti-harassment education and child protection. According to the organisation, its programmes have reached students and young people across Bangladesh. The organisation has also developed technology-based mechanisms intended to provide rapid assistance to teenagers facing safety threats.[4]

Other ventures[edit source]

In addition to his child-protection initiatives, Sadat has been involved in technology and digital entrepreneurship. In 2025, he received the PBIF International Digital Business Award for his AI-based business initiative “What”, which was associated with the development of an SOS alert mechanism for Teen-X.

Writing[edit source]

Sadat has also been described as an author and has written works relating to technology, cybersecurity and youth issues. Earlier profiles have mentioned books including The Quantum Enigma, Cyber Sentinel and Fall in Love.

Advocacy[edit source]

Sadat's work primarily focuses on child rights, digital safety, youth participation and protection from violence and exploitation. Through Teen-X and related initiatives, he has worked with schools, young volunteers and community partners to promote awareness of child protection and online safety in Bangladesh.

Recognition[edit source]

Sadat has received or been associated with several national and international recognitions for youth leadership, social innovation and child protection. These include the National Tech Award 2024 and the PBIF International Digital Business Award 2025. He was also nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize 2024. In 2025 and 2026, reports also listed him among recipients of several youth leadership and social-impact awards, including the 71 Media Iconic Award and other national and international recognitions.[5]

During their career they has received several honours, including International Children Peace Prize.

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