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Deworming Campaign of SMC

SMC implemented a two-day nationwide deworming campaign on August 20-21, 2023, with an aim to increase awareness about soil-transmitted helminths (STH) infection. _more

Orientation on Urinary Albumin and Sugar Test to GSP

The Green Star Network, introduced by SMC in 2018, represents an innovative approach that actively involves medicine and healthcare product sellers in the delivery of primary healthcare services. _more

Hygiene Awareness Program at Rajshahi

Rajshahi Area Office of SMC EL organized an event on September 23, 2023, aimed to promote awareness about menstrual hygiene management. _more

Online Clinical Discussion by SMC Pharma

The Medical Service Department of SMC Pharma Division organized a series of online discussions focused on `Diagnosis and Management of Fever.' _more

World ORS Day Observed

SMC EL actively marked World ORS Day in 2023 by promoting its flagship brand, Orsaline-N, through prominent national print and electronic media. _more

Capacity Development Initiatives

SMC along with its subsidiary, SMC EL have always been very proactive and focused about the development of their human resources in every aspect. _more

Collaboration between SMC and VisionSpring

SMC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VisionSpring for piloting of Reading Glasses for Improved Livelihood (RGIL) project with an aim to increase access to presbyopia screening and distribute… _more

Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting of Pink Star Doctors

Experience sharing and performance review meeting was held with Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) of Pink Star network in Khulna region on August 30, 2023. _more

World Breastfeeding Week 2023

Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival. _more

Celebration of World Contraception Day 2023

SMC participated in the scientific program commemorating "World Contraception Day 2023", organized by the Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) held on September 26, 2023 in Dhaka. _more

Review Meeting of the Strategic Plan

A review meeting of the five years Strategic Plan (July 2022- June 2027) of SMC and SMC EL was held in Cox’s Bazar on September 11, 2023 upon completion of… _more

GSM Reporting System Unveiled

The ICT Division of SMC recently unveiled the GSM Sales and Program Reporting System for the community mobilization activities. _more

Participation in International Webinar

SMC participated in the webinar titled ‘The impact of social marketing 40 years: measuring private sector success in Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR)’. _more

Director General of Drug Administration at SMC Head Office

Major General Mohammad Yousuf, Director General (DG) of Drug Administration paid a courtesy visit to SMC Head Office on September 20, 2023. _more

CIFF Delegates Visited Blue Star Outlet

Ms. Kerri Wazny, EME Manager-Nutrition, Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), UK visited 'Ma Medical Hall', a Blue Star outlet located at Khidirpur, Monohardi, Narsingdi on August 31, 2023. _more

USAID Mission Director at SMC Head Office

On September 19, 2023, Mr. Reed Aeschliman, the Mission Director of USAID Bangladesh, led a delegation that visited the Head Office of SMC. _more

Newly Appointed Managing Director of SMC Enterprise Ltd

Mr. Sayef Uddin Nasir joined as the new Managing Director of SMC Enterprise Limited on October 1, 2023. _more

Annual Sales Conference of SMC Pharmaceuticals for FY 2022-23

The Annual Sales Conference of SMC Pharmaceuticals, a division of SMC Enterprise Ltd, was held on September 10, 2023 at Hotel Sea Palace, Cox’s Bazar. _more

Mr. Sayef Nasir appointed as the MD of SMC Enterprise Ltd

Mr. Sayef Nasir has joined SMC Enterprise Ltd as the Managing Director on October 01, 2023. _more

SMC Enterprise Ltd holds Annual Sales Conference for FY- 2022-23

SMC Enterprise Ltd. held the Annual Sales Conference for the fiscal year 2022-23 at the Hotel Sea Palace Ltd in Cox’s Bazar on September 10, 2023. _more

Introduction of Nutritional Product: SMC Biscuits

SMC has been working with the mission of improving people’s lives in the field of family planning, women & child health and nutrition since the post-liberation period. _more

Pink Star Program Visit by the Board Director

Professor Dr. Farhana Dewan, Board Director of SMC and President (Elect) of Obstetricians and Gynecologist Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) attended the Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting of Pink Star… _more

MD & CEO visits Program and Sales activities of Gazipur and Mymensingh

Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan, the Managing Director & CEO of SMC, made a visit to the Gazipur and Mymensingh areas to oversee the community mobilization (CM) and sales activities. _more

Strategic Meeting Between SMC and NTP

SMC organized a strategic meeting at its headquarters on June 19, 2023 with the officials of National Tuberculosis Control Program (NTP) to enhance coordination and collaboration foroffering tuberculosis (TB) services… _more

Visit of Board Director in Sylhet

Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury, Director of SMC and SMC EL Board, visited Sylhet region during May 27-28, 2023 to understand the progress ofprogram and sales activities _more

Participation in the 1st International Scientific Conference of Gestosis and OGSB

SMC actively participated in the 1st international scientific conference organized by the Bangladesh Chapter of the renowned international organization World Gestosis and Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB). _more

Scientific Seminar on MMS

SMC introduced ‘FullCare’, the Multiple Micronutrient Supplement (MMS) brand, to reduce low birth weight (LBW) baby by replacing iron and folic acid (IFA) gradually. _more

Participation in the International Scientific Conference of OGSB

SMC actively participated in the 31stInternational Scientific Conference organized by the Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) from June 9 to 10, 2023, at BICC, Dhaka. _more

Second Anniversary Celebration of SMC Clinic

The SMC Clinic, located in Darussalam, Mirpur Road, Kallyanpur, celebrated its second anniversary with the aim to promote SMC Clinic as a trusted health center for delivering quality health services… _more

Art of Efficient Pharmaceutical SalesTraining

SMC's HR department organized a training program for the frontline field program staff called 'Art of Efficient Pharmaceutical Sales'. _more

FMCG Project Visit by the Board Directors

Mr. Waliul Islam, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL, together with Board Directors Mr. Muhammed Ali, Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury, Dr. Jahir Uddin Ahmed,… _more

‘Take Your Child to Work Day’ observed by U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh

In the United States, “Take Your Child to Work Day” is a nationwide event that offers children a firsthand glimpse into the professional world. _more

MoniMix Plus Khude Biggyani Award 2023

The second Deepto TV-SMC MoniMix Plus Khude Biggyani Award 2023 was held on March 14, 2023 at the Hotel Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Dhaka. _more

Joya Alokito Nari 2023

On the eve of the International Women's Day 2023, the Joya Alokito Nari program sponsored by Joya Sanitary Napkin was held on March 06, 2023 at the Hotel Pan Pacific… _more

Shishu Pusti Campaign

SMC has been implementing various activities across the country involving its star networks to address pressing family planning, public health and nutrition issues. _more

SMC participated in the Scientific Conference

SMC participated in the 1st National Scientific Conference of Endometriosis Adenomyosis Society of Bangladesh (EASB) in Dhaka on March 02, 2023. _more

Multivitamin and Minerals enriched SMC Gold launched

SMC Pharma division launched SMC Gold on February 19, 2023 to address micronutrient deficiencies among the ageing population in Bangladesh. _more

Long Service Award

Long Service Award has been one of the promising ways introduced by SMC to build the pride and enthusiasm of employees through recognizing their dedication and loyalty to the Company. _more

Award of Excellence

As part of recognizing the best performing staff for their outstanding contribution to the company, SMC and SMC EL have jointly organized the ‘Award of Excellence’ event at SMC Head… _more

Awareness Programs on Hygiene and Nutrition

As part of building awareness among the adolescent girls in the country about the health and hygiene management, SMC EL organized two events in Tangail on March 02, 2023. _more

International Women’s Day 2023

SMC and SMC EL have jointly celebrated the International Women's Day 2023 in Dhaka on March 09, 2023. _more

Experience Sharing Meeting with GSM

Currently more than 3,000 women entrepreneurs have been involved with the Gold Star Members' (GSM) network who disseminate health messages and sell SMC's public health products at the doorsteps of… _more

FullCare Campaign

SMC conducted a special campaign during January 22-23, 2023 to increase the FullCare brand awareness highlighting its key features and benefits targeting the chemists across the country. _more

Annual Sales Conference 2022

SMC EL held its Annual Sales Conference 2022 at the Sheraton Dhaka on February 8, 2023. _more

Annual General Meeting of SMC and SMC EL held

The 34thAnnual General Meeting (AGM) of Social Marketing Company (SMC) was held on January23, 2023at 10:30 am at the Company Head Office in Dhaka. _more

Expansion of Blue Star Network

As a part of the continuous effort to expand Blue Star network with the approval from DGFP, SMC Program division included 1125 new providers (Male -1059 Female-66) during October to… _more

Orientation on Non-verbal Communication

Human Resources Division of SMC organized a special orientation for the senior management of SMC and SMC EL on non-verbal communication (human gesture and posture) on November 10, 2022 at… _more

SMC and SMC EL Achieved ISO 9001:2015 Certificate

Social Marketing Company (SMC), Central Warehouse, SMC Niltara Clinic, SMC Clinic, Lab and Model Pharmacy have been awarded with ISO 9001:2015 certification for excellence in Quality Management for three years… _more

SMC EL Received VAT Award

SMC Enterprise Limited was awarded by the National Board of Revenue (NBR) as one of the highest VAT payers in the manufacturing category for FY 2020-2021 at the national level. _more

Training on Vehicle Maintenance, Road Safety & Traffic Rules

A day long training on Vehicle Maintenance, Road Safety & Traffic Rules for drivers, mechanics and transport officers of SMC and SMC EL was held on December 17, 2022 at… _more

Deworming Campaign for a Healthy Nation

In Bangladesh, prevalence of soil transmitted helminth (STH) infection is 12% among children (DGHS, Bulletin 2018). _more

RTV-SMC MoniMix Award 2022

The fifth RTV-SMC MoniMix Award Giving Ceremony was held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon hotel on December 20, 2022 in partnership with RTV. _more

Participation of SMC in OGSB Golden Jubilee Event

SMC actively participated in the Golden Jubilee program of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) held on December 6, 2022 at Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC), Dhaka. _more

SMC Participated in 4th Annual USAID Global Health Local Partner Meeting

The 4th Annual Global Health Local Partner Meeting of USAID was held on November 14-17, 2022 in Johannesburg, South Africa. _more

SMC Started Implementing System Analysis Program Development (SAP)

The ICT Division of SMC has started implementing the System Analysis Program Development (SAP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to increase the productivity of the employees and grab future… _more

USAID Delegates Visited SMC Bhaluka Factory

A delegation from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) visited Bhaluka Factory and Central Warehouse of SMC on November 8, 2022. _more

SMC Participated in 22nd International Congress of Nutrition

Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan, MD & CEO of SMC participated in the International Congress of Nutrition held in Tokyo, Japan on December 6-11, 2022. _more

Policy Discussion with Stakeholders on MMS

The Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) organized a policy discussion meeting with the stakeholders on maternal, newborn and women’s health on February 2-3, 2023 in Kuakata, Patuakhali District. _more

Basic Training on TB

Bangladesh is the 7th highest Tuberculosis (TB) burden countries in the world. _more

Inauguration of Children Corner at SMC Clinic

Mr. Waliul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL inaugurated the Children Corner named as ‘Rongdhonu Shishu Corner' at the SMC Clinic on November 14,… _more

Quarterly Performance Review Meeting of ACTB

SMC organized quarterly performance review meeting under USAID's Alliance for Combating TB in Bangladesh (ACTB) project for the period of April - June, 2022. _more

Meeting with Obstetricians and Gynecologists

SMC continues its effort to engage Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) to offer Long-acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) under the Pink Star Network. _more

Program Review Meeting of LARC Counselors

SMC organized program review meeting for the Long-acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) Counselors at SMC Head Office on September 4, 2022. _more

Awareness Building on Menstrual Hygiene by SMC EL

SMC EL continues its awareness building efforts across the country highlighting the importance of personal health and menstrual hygiene management targeting the adolescent girls and young women and also promote… _more

Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting of Blue Star Network

SMC organizes the ‘Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting' with the Blue Star Providers (BSPs) in different areas around the year. _more

Marketing Skills Building Workshop

Population Services International (PSI), an US based organization, is the technical partner of USAID supported Marketing Innovations for Sustainable Health Development (MISHD) project. _more

SMC Pharma Launched Fungicap to Treat Fungal Infection

Recently, the fungal infection is increasing due to faster environmental degradation. _more

Enterprise Campaigns Received COMMWARD 2022

SMC EL won 8 prestigious awards at the 11th edition of the largest celebration of creative communication COMMWARD in the country. _more

SMC MoniMix Plus Khude Biggyani Award 2022

SMC, in collaboration with Deepto TV organized ‘SMC MoniMix Plus Khude Biggyani Award 2022’. The aim of the event was to make MoniMix Plus more popular and acknowledge the students… _more

Visit to the Manufacturing Facilities by Board and SMC Management

Mr. Waliul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL along with Board Directors and senior management visited Bhabanipur to see the progress of construction work… _more

Campaign on LAPM Services in the Slum

The use of Long-acting and Permanent Method (LAPM) is comparatively lower in slum areas. The health service delivery is comparatively better in rural areas than that of the city slum… _more

New Managing Director & CEO of SMC

Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan has been appointed as the new Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Social Marketing Company (SMC) effective from January 1, 2023. _more

Visit of USAID Delegates in Sylhet

A delegation of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Bangladesh led by Ms. Miranda Beckman, Deputy Office Director, Office of Population, Health, Nutrition and Education (OPHNE) visited SMC’s program… _more

OBITUARY

It is with a deep sense of regret that we convey to you of the sad demise of our Company Member and former Director, Ms. S. R. Ghuznavi. _more

Participation in the 7th World Social Marketing Conference

SMC participated in the 7th World Social Marketing Conference organized by World Social Marketing. The event was held in United Kingdom during 5-8 September, 2022. _more

SMC’s emergency response to the flood-affected families in Sylhet region

The entire Sylhet division and some parts of the northeast region of the country were affected by a devastating flood during June that caused immense suffering to the people. _more

SMC participated in the 5th European Social Marketing Conference

SMC participated in the 5th European Social Marketing Conference organized by European Social Marketing Association (ESMA). _more

Observance of World Population Day 2022

The World Population Day (WPD) 2022 was observed by the community mobilization partners on July 21, 2022 under the leadership of the Ministry of Health and Family welfare. _more

Performance Review and Planning Meeting with Implementing Partners

A ‘Performance Review and Planning Meeting’ was held on March 23 - 24, 2022 at Chuti Resort, Gazipur attended by the key staff of three implementing partners (Shacheton Society, PSTC… _more

Expansion of ORS &TasteMe production

The ORS Manufacturing facility in Bhaluka Factory, Mymensingh has been enhanced through adding three Italy origin OMAG branded sophisticated high-speed filling sealing machines. _more

Fire drill at SMC Towers

SMC organizes Fire Drill at regular intervals in its complexes to comply with the organizational fire safety procedures. The Administration department of SMC organized a Fire Drill in SMC Tower… _more

Open discussion with Board Members

SMC Board Members initiated open discussion with the senior Management to know their opinions for the betterment of the organization in all aspects. _more

First anniversary of SMC Clinic

SMC Clinic started its journey on June 19, 2021 at Darussalam Road, Mirpur to provide quality healthcare services at an affordable price for all segments of population. _more

Chairman of SMC Board observed Program Activities in Chattogram

Mr. Waliul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC-EL, attended the monthly meeting of Gold Star Members (GSMs) in the Chattogram urban area implemented by Shimantik… _more

Adolescent Health Campaign

The adolescent health program is one of the flagship initiatives of SMC program operations implemented by four national NGOs in 93 Upazilas under USAID-MISHD and SMC fund. _more

SMC Programs visited by USAID Delegates

A team from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Bangladesh and SMC officials visited two Blue Star outlets (Syed Pharmacy at Raja Para and Rana Pharmacy at Puthia,… _more

Annual Sales Conference (FY 2020-21)

The Annual Sales Conference of SMC Enterprise Ltd for FY 2020-21 took place at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel, Dhaka on May 19, 2022. In the conference, the sales performance… _more

SMC Clinic visit by the Board Members

Mr. Waliul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL visited SMC Clinic along with Mr. Muhammed Ali, Director of SMC & SMC EL Board and… _more

Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) endorsed by Gynecologists

SMC continues its effort to engage Obstetricians & Gynecologists (OBGYN) to offer Long-acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) and prescribe FullCare, the Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) during their private practice. _more

New MD & CEO (Acting) of SMC

Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan has been appointed as the new acting Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Social Marketing Company (SMC). _more

Annual General Meetings of SMC and SMC Enterprise Limited

SMC Enterprise Limited (SMC EL) organized the 7th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 27, 2022 at SMC Head Office. The AGM received, adopted and ratified the Directors’ Report and… _more

SMC Pharma Launched New Antibiotic

SMC Pharma Division has launched a promising antibiotic tablet with 250 mg and 500 mg strength from the generic group Cefuroxime Axetil branded as Secoxim. _more

Knowledge Sharing with the Global Audiences

The 30th International Scientific Conference of Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) was held during February 10-12, 2022 through a virtual platform. Many dignitaries from different countries attended the… _more

Blue Star Network Expansion

SMC continues to expand the Blue Star Network utilizing own resources. As part of this initiative, SMC included more than 1,000 Non-graduate Medical Practitioners (NGMPs) under Blue Star Network in… _more

Recognition to Green Star Providers in Regional Meeting

Three day-long events on “Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting” with Green Star Providers (GSPs) were held in Bogura, Rangpur and Sylhet during January-March, 2022. _more

Future Search Workshop on Multiple Micronutrient Supplements ‘FullCare’

SMC organized a two-day long ‘Future Search Workshop on FullCare’ during January 8-10, 2022 at Ocean Paradise Hotel, Cox’s Bazar. _more

Meeting with Shop Owners at Fakirhat

Khulna Area Office of SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL) organized a ‘Shop Owners Meeting’ at Zila Parishad Dak-Bungalow, Fakirhat, Bagerhat on January 15, 2022. _more

Engaging Rose Star Providers to Offer Growth Monitoring and Promotion Services

The Rose Star Program is one of the promising initiatives to improve the nutritional status of children under five years through offering Growth, Monitoring and Promotion (GMP) services in the… _more

Joya’s New Campaign to Break the Taboo

SMC launched an Online Video Commercial (OVC) campaign to break the social taboo related to menstruation on International Women’s Day (March 8, 2022). _more

SMC Celebrated International Women’s Day 2022

A call-to-action to challenge the status quo by raising awareness against bias, celebrating women's achievement, and taking action for equality, with the theme ‘BreakTheBias’, the International Women’s Day-2022 is observed… _more

Meeting with NGO Workers

Rangpur Area Office of SMC Enterprise Ltd. organized a skill development session with ‘SONGO’ (a non-government organization of Chilmari) on January 23, 2022. _more

Award of Excellence for Outstanding Performance

As a part of staff recognition, the HR department of both SMC and SMC Enterprise Ltd. took the initiative to acknowledge the outstanding performers in FY 2019-20. All permanent and… _more

Experience Sharing Meeting of PSP

SMC continues its efforts to engage Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) to offer Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) through their private facilities. SMC organized three experience sharing and performance review meetings in… _more

TasteMe Campaign on 21st February

On the occasion of ‘International Mother Language Day, SMC EL launched a campaign named ‘unknown story of 21st’ to promote TasteMe. _more

SMC EL joined with Bidyanondo and Mastul Foundation to provide Free Iftar

SMC EL stepped forward to support the ‘Free Iftar Distribution’ program of Bidyanondo Foundation and MASTUL Foundation during the holy month of Ramadan. _more

Community Mobilization partners received ‘Best NGO Award’

On the occasion of ‘World Population Day 2021’, the Directorate General of Family Planning of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has recognized the best performing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)… _more

Performance Review Meeting with Pink Star Providers and Counselors

SMC continues its effort to engage Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) to offer Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) through their private facilities or chambers. _more

SMC inspired the winners of ‘Nutri-leaders Hunt 2021’

‘Nutri-leaders Hunt 2021’, jointly organized by the National Nutrition Services (NNS) and Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), is the online-based nutrition leader hunt contest among adolescents in Bangladesh for… _more

Capacity of Health & Hygiene Factory enhanced

SMC EL has taken initiative to enhance the production capacity of sanitary napkins and diapers by adding two more production lines to address the increased market demand of SMC’s hygiene… _more

Women entrepreneurship pilot initiative in urban area

SMC has launched the Gold Star Program initiative (women entrepreneurship model) in urban areas on a pilot basis using its own resources. _more

SMC observed 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

As a part of the global campaign, SMC observed the ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.’ _more

Rtv SMC MoniMix Award 2021

SMC organized the ‘Rtv SMC MoniMix Award 2021’ for the fourth consecutive time in partnership with the popular private TV channel Rtv. _more

Orientation on Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) ‘FullCare’

To address the nutritional requirements of pregnant women and prevent Low Birth Weight (LBW), SMC launched the Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) branded as ‘FullCare’ in July 2021. _more

Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting of Blue Star Providers

A day-long ‘Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting’ with the Blue Star providers was held in Sylhet on December 21, 2021. _more

SMC awarded for project management excellence

Project Management Institute (PMI®) is the leading global association for the project management profession. _more

Courtesy visit to the Chairman by CBA leaders

A delegation of the Collective Bargaining Agent (CBA) of SMC Enterprise Limited (SMC EL) met Mr. Waliul Islam, the newly elected Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC and… _more

SMC celebrated 50 years of Bangladesh Independence

SMC observed the ‘Golden Jubilee of Independence’ through a webinar on December 28, 2021 where employees from different parts of the country participated. _more

Focus on Special Days Observation

The Government of Bangladesh (GoB) observed World Population Day (WPD) in a befitting manner led by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW). _more

Tamim & his family representing 'Super Kid' as Brand Ambassadors

The captain of the Bangladesh one-day international cricket team, Mr. Tamim Iqbal Khan along with his wife Ms. Ayesha Siddiqa, and his only son Master Mohammed Arham Iqbal have become… _more

Staff development initiatives

As part of the capacity development of employees, the Human Resource (HR) department of SMC Enterprise Limited (SMC EL) has organized training for the different categories of staff in 11… _more

'Zifday' - the new addition in pharma portfolio

"Zifday" a new product has been added to the portfolio of SMC Pharma in July 2021. _more

Flavored Saline 'SMC Fruity' is now in market

In Bangladesh, the sales of Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) is growing due to the increase of sweat market for prolonged summer. _more

SMC EL observed 'World ORS Day 2021'

SMC arranged a webinar session for its pioneer brand ORSaline-N titled 'SMC ORSaline Day 2021' in collaboration with Prothom Alo to celebrate the 'World ORS Day 2021'. _more

SMC launched Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) 'FullCare' for pregnant women

Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) for pregnant women is a highly impactful solution for improving nutrition status and reducing Low Birth Weight which is recommended by the United Nations International Multiple… _more

Scientific Seminar on 'SmartPill'

The Dhaka West Area Office of SMC EL organized a scientific seminar on SmartPill, the fourth generation Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), with the doctors of Kalihati Upazila Health Complex, Tangail… _more

Signing Ceremony on 'Charter of Demand-2020'

The present Collective Bargaining Agent (CBA) has been elected in the election held on December 10, 2020 organized by the HR & Administration Division of SMC EL. _more

SMC Tower-2 is no more a dream now

SMC Tower-2, one of the dreamed projects of SMC located at Darussalam, Mirpur Road is now operational. _more

SMC was awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification

SMC has achieved the ISO 9001:2015 certifications in July 2021 awarded by the 'International Organization for Standardization (ISO)'. _more

Honorable Board Members and DMD of SMC attended program events in Barishal

SMC Program Division organized three events during September 28-29, 2021 _more

MD & CEO at USAID Roundtable

The USAID Global Health Bureau’s Office of Country Support (GH/OCS) and the New Partnerships Initiative Expanding Health Partnerships (NPI EXPAND) Project announced a new webinar series on Local Capacity Development… _more

SMC Pharma in New Height

SMC pharmaceuticals started its journey in August 2017 to ensure that no one should suffer, especially the less-privilezed, due to the lack of affordable quality medicine. _more

SMC Observes the World Menstrual Hygiene Management Day 2021

The World Menstrual Hygiene Management Day was celebrated at Bangabandhu Bangla Bidyapit, Jowtala, Chattogram on May 30, 2021, commemorating the significance of the day. _more

SMC Introduced ‘Super Kid’ Fortified Confectionery

Adhering to the importance of child nutrition, SMC EL introduced nutrition enriched snacks branded as ‘Super Kid’ in the market on April 28, 2021. _more

SMC EL Launched Electrolyte Drink ‘SMC Plus’ Accompanying Tamim Iqbal as the Brand Ambassador

‘SMC Plus’ Electrolyte Drink was launched by SMC EL on Mar 25, 2021. This is a scientifically formulated tasty and healthy drink. _more

An Interactive Live Program on Smile with Brand Ambassador ‘Shakib Al Hasan’

Smile Baby Diaper has been successfully organized on its Facebook page through a live program with its brand ambassador and international cricket all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan on April 8, 2021. _more

‘Taste Me’ One Kilogram Jar is Now in Market

Considering the market demand, SMC EL launched a new SKU of its mouth refreshing instant soft drink powder Taste Me in one kg jar on April 2021. _more

ORSaline-N Campaign by Prominent Celebrity ‘Shakib Khan’

A new campaign of ORSaline-N was launched recently engaging its brand ambassador and country’s leading celebrity Shakib Khan. _more

SMC Introduced ‘MoniMix Plus’ for 5+ Children

SMC launched ‘MoniMix Plus’ on April 11, 2021, targeting children 5 to 12 years of age. _more

Capacity Building of Blue Star Providers to Offer Growth Monitoring and Promotion (GMP) Services

As part of capacity-building efforts, Program Division has completed the training successfully on Growth Monitoring and Promotion (measurement of height and weight for age) services. _more

SMC Niltara Clinic Visit by the Board Director of SMC & SMC EL

Honorable Member and the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL, Mr. Muhammed Farhad Hussain FCA, visited SMC Niltara Clinic at Dhaka Uddan, Mohammadpur on May 31, 2021. _more

MR. WALIUL ISLAM GRACED SMC LEADERSHIP AS ITS NEW CHAIRMAN

SMC welcomes Mr. Waliul Islam to his new role as the Chairman of the company _more

SMC & SMC EL recognized highest sales performers for FY-2019-20

The ‘Annual Sales Conference for FY-2019-20 of Social Marketing Company (SMC) and SMC Enterprise Limited (SMC EL) was held on March 1, 2021 through virtual platform. _more

GMP Campaign: The proactive and passionate initiative of BSPs

SMC Blue Star network providers are committed to offer quality services to the community. _more

Three Gold Star Members honored with ‘Joyeeta Award’

‘Joyeeta Onneshone Bangladesh’ is a government-initiated program by the department of Women Affairs under the policy guidance of Ministry of Women's and Children Affairs. _more

Annual General Meetings of SMC and SMC Enterprise Limited held

The 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Social Marketing Company (SMC) was held on March 30, 2021 on the virtual platform. _more

SMC participated in the 29th International Scientific Conference of OGSB

SMC participated in the 29th International Scientific Conference of Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) which was held via online digital platform during March 26-27, 2021. _more

Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting of OBGYN held at Rajshahi and Chattogram regions

SMC continued its efforts to engage the Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) to promote the Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) through their private facilities. _more

SMC utilizes its own fund to widen its health networks

As a part of its continuous effort to expand its star branded net works utilizing its own fund, SMC’s Program Division successfully completed basic training sessions for 1,200 Blue Star… _more

SMC’s 4th generation pill obtained prominence at FMCH

With an aim to promote ‘SmartPill’, the newly launched SMC’s fourth generation Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), the Kushtia Area Office of SMC EL organized a seminar in the Department of… _more

‘RTV SMC MoniMix Award - 2020’

‘RTV SMC MoniMix Award – 2020’ feels proud to recognize the illustrious contributions made by individuals and organizations in the field of child development. _more

SmartPill sponsored Women Leadership Award & Expo 2021

SMC SmartPill sponsored the ‘Women Leadership Award and Expo 2021’. The prestigious event was inaugurated by Mr. Atiqul Islam, Honorable Mayor, Dhaka North City Corporation on March 12, 2021 at… _more

Smile’s new campaign with Shakib

The new campaign of Smile Baby Diaper was launched recently with its brand ambassador, world-famous cricket allrounder, Shakib Al Hasan. _more

SMC EL steps in to the skin care market

SMC Enterprise Ltd launched its first ever skin care product “SMC Pure Petroleum Jelly” in February 2021 with a mission to penetrate the skin care market. _more

USAID delegates visited SMC Blue Star Program activities in Sylhet

A delegation from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) visited SMC’s Blue Star Program in Sylhet on February 9, 2021. _more

SMC feels proud to recognize the excellent service of Dr. Amal Krishna Paul

SMC awarded Dr. Amal Krishna Paul, MRCP, MRCGP Consultant, Medicine, SMC Niltara Clinic, for his dedicated service towards humanity to fight against COVID-19 pandemic. _more

New automation towards increased efficiency

The pandemic is driving a shift in companies to use and apply technology, leveraging automation and digitalization of industries from this year’s economic turbulence. SMC and SMC EL were also… _more

MISHD Community Mobilization partner promotes COVID-19 awareness campaign at ‘Grameen haat’

With a mission to address the COVID-19 pandemic issues, SMC’s community mobilization partner Shimantik, under the Marketing Innovations for Sustainable Health Development (MISHD) program, has organized a promotional campaigns at… _more

Personal hygiene awareness session at Bangladesh Police Academy, Sardah

The Rajshahi Area office of SMC EL has recently organized an orientation program on ‘Personal Health and Hygiene’ with the female police officers and promoted Joya sanitary napkin at the… _more

SMC Purified Drinking Water now at Parjatan Hotel Shaikat, Chattogram

SMC EL’s Chattogram Area Office has promoted ‘SMC Purified Drinking Water’ by selling 6,000 bottles to Hotel Shaikat located beside Chattogram Railway Station which is under the management of Bangladesh… _more

‘Ma Shomabesh’ to commemorate World Breastfeeding Week 2020

In observance of the ‘World Breastfeeding Week 2020 (WBW 2020, Ist week of Aug’20 )’, SMC’s MISHD community mobilization partner ‘Shimantik’ arranged the ‘Ma Shomabesh’ (Mothers’ gathering) in the month… _more

Premium pill brands ‘SmartPill’ and ‘SmartPill Lite’ launched

SMC EL increases its product basket by introducing the 4th generation regular birth control pill namely ‘SmartPill’ and ‘SmartPill Lite’. _more

SMC conducted product ‘Availability Study’

During the period October 2019 to January 2020, SMC conducted an ‘Availability Study’ to assess the availability and acceptability of its own products as opposed to that of the competitors’… _more

SMC continued LARC training for Pink Star doctors’ in COVID-19

SMC continued its capacity development efforts to enhance the skill and knowledge of the Pink Star Providers on Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) during the period of July-September 2020 at… _more

SMC Chairman inaugurates Blue Star training on virtual platform

A three-day long Blue Star basic training program was held at the resort town of Cox’s Bazar from October 19 to 21, 2020. _more

Barisal Area Office promoted JOYA 8's (Belt) to Union Parishad, Barisal

SMC EL’s Barisal Area Office handed over 1,000 packs of Joya 8’s (Belt) sanitary napkin to Mr. A.S.M Zulfiquar Haider (M. A. LLB), Chairman, Garuria Union Parishad, Bakergonj, Barisal on… _more

Sylhet Area Office promoted JOYA 8's (Wing) in Shayestaganj, Habiganj

SMC EL’s Sylhet Area Office handed over 126 shipping carton Joya 8's wings to Mst. Sumi Akhter, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO), Shayestaganj, Habiganj at her office on July 29, 2020. _more

Chattogram Area Office partnered with an international NGO

SMC EL’s Chattogram Area Office has promoted Joya sanitary napkin in Cox’s Bazar district along with the technical support & financial support of UNICEF since August 2020 partnering with International… _more

SMC Pharma network expanded

As a part of its efforts to expand its business horizons, SMC’s Pharma Division recently made its footprint in the port city Chattogram by launching its sixth business zone. _more

Counterfeit ORSaline-N factory seized

The Rajshahi Area Office of SMC has recently identified certain irregularities in the market demand of ORSaline-N in Pabna district. _more

SMC observed World Population Day - 2020 in MISHD Intervention Areas

The World Population Day (WPD) was observed on July 11, 2020 across the globe in the midst of the outbreak of pandemic COVID-19. _more

E-commerce platform a new marketing approach for SMC EL

Sudden grip of COVID -19 took us all by surprise which is still causing the global havoc. _more

Joya “Nari Nokkhotro” aired on RTV

A special episode of the Joya “Nari Nokkhotro” was aired on popular satellite TV channel RTV on August 15, 2020 focusing the role of SMC’s Joya Sanitary Napkin in Menstrual… _more

SMC partners with icddr,b and USAID to fight tuberculosis in Bangladesh

SMC signed an agreement with icddr,b on September 22, 2020 for combating tuberculosis (TB) in Bangladesh under the financial assistance of USAID TB Local Organizations Network (LON) Project. _more

Green Star Network takes on 247 new members

As a part of program expansion under the ‘Green Star network’, 247 new members were on board during the last fiscal (FY 2019-20) where a good number of basic training… _more

A Star stopped twinkling forever

SMC family deeply mourns the sad demise of Mr. Mohammed Mainuddin, Field Executive of SMC Pharma Division who breathed his last on 5th August, 2020 while undergoing treatment at Cumilla… _more

SMC Niltara Clinic – a beacon of hope during adversity

Since its inception in April 2018, SMC Niltara Clinic is committed to provide quality health care and diagnostic services at a subsidized rate to all segments of population. _more

Capacity Building of Blue Star Providers continues

The current pandemic sweeping throughout the country has done little to dampen the spirits of SMC’s training team in their regular activities. _more

SMC Germ Kill Hand Sanitizer aired in local media

In the backdrop of high demand in the society for health and hygiene practice during the COVID-19 pandemic and sensing its urgency, SMC EL released a television commercial (TVC) to… _more

One MMS a day and a Healthy Baby is on the way

SMC signed an agreement with GAIN/CIFF to implement a five years project in Bangladesh for introducing Multiple Micronutrient Supplement (MMS) for pregnant women. _more

Personal hygiene and protection brand “Germ Kill” in market now

SMC EL launched its personal hygiene and protection brand “Germ Kill” on April 20, 2020. Initially, the Instant Hand Sanitizer with its antiviral and antibacterial properties was introduced in the… _more

Joya promoted in Harinakundu, Jhenaidah

SMC EL’s Kushtia Area Office took an initiative to promote awareness on health and hygiene among the female students of Harinakundu Upazila in Jhenaidah recently through the local government administration. _more

We Mourn the death of our fellow colleague

All employees of SMC express profound grief at the sad demise of Mr. Md. Sarwar Jahan, Senior Executive, Web Application Development, IT, who left us on May 5, 2020. “Inna… _more

Joya’s initiative for women empowerment

Joya took a commendable initiative to educate and aware the women segment of the society on various topics associated with women empowerment. _more

Vermicid – A new public health product of SMC

SMC has recently added a new product called Vermicid (Albendazole 400 mg) in its portfolio targeting all the family members including children above two years of age to treat soil-transmitted… _more

Structural work of ‘‘SMC Tower-2’’ completed on time

A newly constructed second building “SMC Tower-2” has been handed over to SMC authority recently by M/s. Concord Engineers & Construction Ltd. _more

Annual General Meetings of SMC and SMC Enterprise Limited held on 15 & 16 June 2020

The 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Social Marketing Company (SMC) was held on June 15, 2020 at the Company Head Office in Dhaka. _more

Pharma Updates

The Pharmaceutical Division of SMC Enterprise Ltd has recently launched - Coral Calcium plus Vitamin D3 tablet having the brand names “Seacoral D and Seacoral DX.” _more

OGSB leadership attended Pink Star performance review meeting

Social Marketing Company organized an ‘Experience Sharing and Performance Review Meeting’ with OBGYN doctors under its Pink Star program in Dhaka recently. _more

Our Kushtia Area Office organizes session on personal hygiene

In order to promote the use of sanitary napkins in general and Joya in particular as an essential part of menstrual hygiene management, our Kushtia Area Office organized a School… _more

SMC holds Annual Sales with the Grand Gold Award Conference for FY - 2019

The ‘Annual Sales Conference FY-2019’ of Social Marketing Company (SMC) and SMC Enterprise Ltd was held at a local hotel in Dhaka on January 16, 2020. _more

“ENGAGE FOR GROWTH” theme recognizes Pharma team’s efforts

The ‘Annual Sales Conference FY-2019’ of Social Marketing SMC Pharmaceuticals, a division of SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL), organized its Annual Conference 2019 at a local hotel in Dhaka on… _more

SMC’s response to COVID-19 crisis in Bangladesh

1. In the midst of COVID-19 pandemic, SMC has intensified its efforts to attain the country’s health, population and nutrition goals through offering its products and services. _more

Khulna Division BSPs honored for their outstanding performance

A daylong Regional Meeting of Blue Star Providers was held in Khulna on February 11, 2020. _more

Condolence Message

The SMC and its Board of Directors deeply mourn the sad demise of Ms. Niloufer Manzur _more

Joya Alokito Nari 2020 held

SMC Enterprise Ltd. honors the achievements of 6 progressive women on International Women’s Day 2020 _more

SMC Pharma Conference FY'19

SMC Pharmaceuticals, a division of SMC Enterprise Ltd, organized the Annual Conference 2019 on 29th February, 2020 in Le Meridien, Dhaka. _more

SMC Holds Annual Sales Conference for FY-2019

The ‘Annual Sales Conference FY-2019’ of Social Marketing Company (SMC) and SMC Enterprise Ltd was held at a local hotel in Dhaka on January 16, 2020. _more

SMC donates Joya to Abinta Kabir Foundation School

As a part of its CSR initiatives, SMC donated 300 packs of its Joya Sanitary Napkin to the Abinta Kabir Foundation in Dhaka recently with a view to build awareness… _more

SMC EL launched Norix 1 campaign

SMC EL recently launched a campaign on its Norix 1 – Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP) _more

‘SMC Purified Drinking Water’ in Dhaka’s diplomatic zone

Gulshan-2 Lake Park is one of the most significant locations in the capital Dhaka where people belonging to the topmost and premium social class of Bangladesh visit. _more

SMC drinking water assures consumers of pure and clean water to drink

SMC Enterprise Ltd launched “SMC Purified Drinking Water” in the market on October 15, 2019. _more

SMC donates ORSaline-N to dengue affected patients in Bogura

As part of its support to the people during the outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease ‘dengue,’ the ogura Area Office of SMC Enterprise Limited donated ORSaline-N to Shaheed Ziaur Rahman… _more

Chattogram schoolgirls briefed about personal hygiene practices

In order to promote the use of sanitary napkins in general and Joya in particular as an essential part of menstrual hygiene management, our Chattogram Area Office organized a School… _more

SMC attends “Sachin Mela” in Cumilla and promoted its drinking water

SMC EL participated in the two-day long “Sachin Mela-2019” which was held in Cumilla recently to commemorate the birth anniversary of renowned music director and singer of the subcontinent, Mr.… _more

SMC EL received prestigious award from the Finance Minister

SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL) has been honored by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), Government of Bangladesh (GoB) for being one of the highest VAT-paying firms in manufacturing sector… _more

RTV & SMC recognized outstanding child development contributors

The Grand Finale of the second RTV SMC MoniMix Award - 2019 was held at a local hotel in Dhaka on December 13, 2019 to honor the outstanding contributors in… _more

USAID high officials impressed with SMC Blue Star program activities

A high-level delegation of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) led by its Director, OPHNE, Mr. Xerses Sidhwa visited SMC’s Blue Star Program at Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar on… _more

Our Chairman visits sales and field program activities in Sylhet area

Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury, Chairman of SMC & SMC EL Board has visited Sylhet and Sunamganj districts from October 26-28, 2019 to see the field promotional activities. _more

SMC Enterprise Launches SMC Purified Drinking Water

SMC Purified Drinking Water- a new product of SMC Enterprise Limited was officially launched on 23rd December 2019 at a local hotel in Dhaka. _more

SMC EL promoted WCD’19

World Contraception Day takes place on September 26th every year. _more

SMC’s initiatives to raise dengue awareness

SMC stood by the people during the outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease ‘dengue.’ _more

Pharma Update

The Pharmaceutical Division of SMC Enterprise Ltd has recently launched Vitamin B1, B6 and B12 combination tablet in the brand name “Nurowel.” _more

Marketing Activities

The leading cricket all-rounder of Bangladesh, Shakib Al Hasan signs a deal with SMC Enterprise Limited as the brand ambassador of SMC Drinking Water and Smile Baby Diaper. _more

A new business model for potential women entrepreneurs

SMC has been partnering with a number of national and international development agencies in developing a platform for potential women to grow as ‘entrepreneurs’ in the rural community. _more

Progress of SMC Tower-2 inspected

A two-member delegation of the SMC Board of Directors visited the under-construction SMC Tower-2 premises at Darussalam in Mirpur, _more

Nepal CRS Company visits SMC

A team comprising of the Board of Directors and Management staff of ‘Nepal CRS Company,’ the largest social marketing company in Nepal, paid a three-day visit to SMC recently. _more

Board Members impressed with our manufacturing operations

The honorable members of the Board of Directors of SMC and SMC EL visited our Health and Hygiene Product Factory at Cumilla on July 16, 2019. _more

Ambassador Miller visits a SMC Blue Star pharmacy in Sylhet

H. E. Earl R. Miller, the Ambassador of the United States to Bangladesh, visited an SMC Blue Star pharmacy named M/s Kashem Pharmacy owned by Mr. Md. Abdul Baten Rayhan… _more

Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury Re-elected Chairman of SMC and SMC EL

Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMC for two years with effect from September 7, 2019 at the 186th Board… _more

Crowds throng SMC stall in Bogura fair

The Bogura Area sales team participated in the Baishakhi Mela held at Altafunnessa field in Bogura from April 14-20, 2019. _more

Our employees reap the benefits of Kaizen

The Kaizen training focusing on 5S and Process Improvement was initiated in the SMC Head Office on April 8, 2019. _more

SMC changed the life of Shirin Khanom

Ms. Shirin Khanom is an SMC Blue Star provider and her chamber is located at Steamer Ghat Road in Barishal city. _more

Pahela Baishakh celebrated with enthusiasm and fervor

Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bengali New Year 1426, was celebrated across the country on April 14, 2019 amid traditional festivities and enthusiasm. _more

SMC active in ICC World Cup branding

ICC Cricket World Cup, the biggest extravaganza in the world of cricket, took place in England and Wales from 30 May to 14 July, 2019. _more

‘Taste Me’ refreshes Bera Model Police Station

SMC EL’s Rajshahi Area Office organized an activation program to promote its refreshing drink brand ‘Taste Me’ recently. _more

SMC’s contribution on women empowerment lauded

Honorable Minister of State, Ministry of Public Administration, Government of Bangladesh, Mr. Farhad Hossain, MP, has appreciated SMC’s contribution in improving female health and hygiene practices while speaking on the… _more

BSPs’ knowledge enhanced through Refresher Training

Blue Star Providers (BSPs) play an important role in health care service delivery across the country. _more

SMC meets Notun Din partners

SMC organized a daylong Common Understanding Meeting in three batches during May 21 - 23, 2019. _more

Our health sector contribution highlighted at Regional Workshop in Nigeria

In developing countries, small commercial drug shops have long been recognized as the first point of contact for health care, especially in rural areas that have very few private or… _more

“Yes we can because we are one team” voiced by Pharma Division

SMC Pharmaceuticals, a division of SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL), organized its Annual Conference 2018 in Dhaka recently with a theme “Yes we can because we are one team.” _more

RTV SMC recognized outstanding child development contributors

The Grand Finale of the RTV SMC MoniMix Award-2018 was held in Dhaka on December 7, 2018 to honor the outstanding contributors in the child development sector of Bangladesh. _more

Chairman appreciates the contribution of CSAs in the society

Mr. Siddiqur Rahman Choudhury, Honorable Chairman, Board of Directors, SMC and SMC Enterprise Limited has praised the contribution of Community Sales Agents (CSAs) in the society. _more

SMC joins USAID’s MSNP journey

SMC has launched a component of USAID’s Strengthening Multisectoral Nutrition Programming (MSNP) project through Implementation Science Activity on October 24, 2018. _more

SMC inaugurates Training Room, Cafeteria and revamped Website

SMC inaugurated its new Training Room, Cafeteria and revamped website at a simple ceremony at its head office in Dhaka on December 5, 2018. _more

SMC EL launched first biological product

The Pharmaceutical Division of SMC Enterprise Ltd started its journey in August 2017 with the key objective of “No one should suffer, especially the less-privileged due to lack of affordable… _more

Hygiene management promoted

SMC’s Dhaka West Area Office organized a school activation program on personal hygiene management and promoted ‘Taste Me’ as a refreshing drink. _more

MoniMix promoted in Munshiganj

SMC’s Dhaka East Area Office organized a seminar with the Graduate Doctors of Munshiganj General Hospital on November 28, 2018 _more

SMC’s distribution gets new energy

SMC Enterprise Limited has recruited Territory Sales Officers (TSO) for overseeing its distribution sales. _more

New pill to prevent unplanned pregnancy launched

SMC Enterprise Ltd has launched ‘Norix 1’ - a single dose Emergency Contraceptive Pill on November 4, 2018 _more

Joya promises extra protection

SMC Enterprise Ltd has introduced Joya Extra Heavy Flow and Joya All Night _more

Our popular brands in international cricket series

Some of the powerful brands of SMC Enterprise Ltd made their striking presence in live telecast of different cricket series recently. _more

New horizon in healthcare services - SMC Niltara Clinic

Social Marketing Company has moved one more step ahead with the opening of ‘SMC Niltara Clinic’ and Model Pharmacy in Dhaka recently. _more

New TVC showcases SMC Blue Star Program

USAID supported SMC’s project, the Blue Star Program recently commemorated its 20th anniversary through launching a TV commercial _more

“We are family” theme highlights Pharma team’s efforts

The Pharma Division of SMC Enterprise Ltd held its annual get together-2018 in Dhaka recently. _more

New channel for retail coverage enhancement

SMC EL has recently started business partnership with local-level distribution houses around the country to enhance rural and non-pharmacy coverage with household products. _more

Top brands on top of mind

SMC EL’s Marketing team carried out outdoor activation programs at five major touch points in Dhaka city including school/college/university campuses, mosques and other hotspot areas during Pahela Baishakh and the… _more

Managing Director, SMC EL made his maiden visit to Bogura

Managing Director, SMC Enterprise Limited, Mr. Abdul Haque paid his maiden visit to North Regional Office and Bogura Area Office from May 14 - 16, 2018 to observe sales activities. _more

“SMILE” for babies

The Marketing team of SMC EL has launched “SMILE,” the new baby diaper brand in the first week of June, 2018. _more

Joya in her new costume

The Consumer Marketing Department recently launched a new communication campaign for Joya Ultra Comfort _more

Preparing today for tomorrow’s opportunities

As a part of its Employee Development, SMC recently organized a number of training programs for all levels of management employees. _more

Capacity development initiative

SMC organized a two-day long Provider Behavior Change Communication Training in May 2018 under USAID supported MISHD project. _more

SMC recognized Blue Star Providers in the Regional Meeting at Cox’s Bazar

SMC organized a regional meeting with Blue Star Providers (BSPs) on September 15, 2018 in Cox’s Bazar. _more

Our effort continues to popularize LARC

SMC is implementing Pink Star Program to offer IUD and Implant services through private sector doctors under USAID-Marketing Innovations for Sustainable Health Development Program. _more

SMC ties up with Masthead PR

Social Marketing Company has recently appointed Masthead PR as its corporate affairs agency. _more

Latest technology benefits our field operation

As a part of business automation process, the overall field operations of SMC and its for-profit subsidiary, SMC Enterprise Limited have been made paperless recently using the latest mobile and… _more

Highlighted SMC in WPD-2018

The World Population Day-2018 was observed across the country on July 11, 2018 under the leadership of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. _more

Joya and Taste Me in schools

In association with Joya brand, SMC carried out a menstrual hygiene training program in 60 girls schools all over Bangladesh to educate girls on proper hygiene and sanitation during their… _more

Taste Me refreshed Notre Dame campus

Notre Dame College organized its Annual Science Festival 2018 at their campus from August 30 to September 1, 2018. _more

SMC scored high in local TV channels during World Cup

Different brands under the Consumer Marketing Department of SMC Enterprise Ltd made its presence felt in the live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2018 which was held during June… _more

New NGMPs enrolled under Blue Star Network in 2018

SMC Blue Star Program enrolled 1,020 new non-graduate medical practitioners through conducting basic training across the country in 2018. _more

Rangpur Area Office promotes personal hygiene among lady constables

The Rangpur Area Office of SMC EL arranged a session on ‘Personal Hygiene’ with the Trainee Lady Constables at the Police Training Centre in Rangpur on July 11, 2018. _more

Skilled human resources mean a lot to us

SMC organized a five-day workshop on ‘Presentation and Writing Skill’ in Dhaka during July 1 - 5, 2018. _more

New pharma products in the market

The Pharmaceutical Division of SMC Enterprise Ltd started its journey in August 2017 with the key objective of “No one should suffer, especially the less-privileged due to lack of affordable… _more

Manufacturing of hygiene products at the Comilla plant begins

SMC started to market Joya sanitary napkins since 2013 through contract manufacturing with Bashundhara Group. With the unexpected growth in its sales, SMC made a decision to set up its… _more

SMC Pharmaceuticals off to a good start

SMC Pharmaceuticals, a division of SMC Enterprise Ltd, is on the verge of starting operations through toll manufacturing with Julphar Pharmaceuticals, Bangladesh. Recently, SMC Enterprise was given approval by the… _more

SMC receives recognition in OGSB conference

SMC participated in the 25th Scientific Conference and 43rd Annual General Meeting of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB), which is the national forum of obstetricians and gynecologists… _more

SMC-donated ambulance to benefit patients of remote northern locality

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, SMC co-funded an ambulance for Tasor Uddin Hospital located at Jaldhaka, Nilphamari. Chairman, SMC Board of Directors, Mr. Muhammed Ali, handed… _more

1st Annual General Meeting of SMC Enterprise held

SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL), a for-profit subsidiary of Social Marketing Company, held its 1st Annual General Meeting on April 16, 2016 at the Company Head Office in Dhaka. _more

Enterprise Signs MoU with Julphar Pharmaceuticals for Toll Manufacturing

SMC Enterprise Ltd (SMC EL) signed an agreement with the pharmaceutical company Julphar Bangladesh Ltd. _more

Enterprise Launches Two New Oral Contraceptive Brands

SMC Enterprise Ltd launched two new combined oral contraceptive pills during April and May, 2016 in the brand names ‘Ovacon Gold’ and ‘Mypill.’ With the introduction of these two new… _more

Safe Motherhood Day Observed

In observance of Safe Motherhood Day on May 28, 2016, SMC conducted a number of activities in the 19 priority districts under the Notun Din community mobilization program. _more

Rangpur Area Organizes Personal Hygiene for the Female Students

The Rangpur Area Sales team held an awareness building session on personal hygiene for female students at Jaldhaka Upazila of Nilphamari district on April 21, 2016. _more

SMC to build Bus Sheds and Toilet Facilities for Commuters

SMC signed an agreement with Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) to implement a project under SMC’s CSR initiatives on April 4, 2016 at the SMC Head Office. _more

1st Regional Conference of East Division held

The first regional sales conference of SMC’s East Regional Office took place on March 30, 2016 at Comilla. Mr. Muhammed Ali, Chairman of SMC Board of Directors, inaugurated the program… _more

Agreement signed with Chinese manufacturer for import of machinery

SMC Enterprise Ltd entered into an agreement with the Fujian Peixin Machine Manufacturing Co. Ltd., China on March 29, 2016 for manufacture of customized machinery for SMC’s hygiene factory under… _more

Mr. Jalaluddin Ahmed, Honorable Board Director, no more

Mr. Jalaluddin Ahmed, our respected Director and former Chairman of SMC Board passed away on March 3, 2016 at a Singapore hospital. _more

CSR News

SMC donated 10,000 sachets of ORSaline-N to Dhaka EPZ Hospital on March 7, 2016 at the SMC head office in Dhaka as part of its CSR program. _more

SMC holds Annual Company Conference for FY-2015

Social Marketing Company (SMC) and SMC Enterprise Ltd held its Annual Company Conference for the Fiscal Year 2015 at a hotel in Dhaka on February 11, 2016. Mr. Muhammed Ali,… _more

USAID/Nepal team visits SMC

A nine-member team from USAID/Nepal and Contraceptive Retail Sales (CRS) Project, Nepal visited SMC to observe program operations and sustainability efforts of the company in January 2016 with a further… _more

Bogra Regional Office and Warehouse inaugurated

As part of the decentralization strategy, SMC has planned to set up four Regional Offices and warehouses across the country. Each Regional Office will oversee the operations of three existing… _more

Scientific Conference of OGSB held

SMC participated in and sponsored the 24th scientific conference of the Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) held during November 26 - 27, 2015 in Cox’s Bazar. SMC and… _more

26th AGM of Social Marketing Company held

Social Marketing Company (SMC) held its 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 21, 2015 at the company head office in Dhaka. Mr. Muhammed Ali, Chairman of the SMC Board… _more

FY 2015 – a challenging year for SMC

Incessant rainfall during most of the year together with political disturbance in the first quarter of the calendar year quite badly affected the mobility of our sales force posing serious… _more

500 umbrellas handed over to traffic police

June to September is recognized as a hot, humid and rainy season in Bangladesh. Therefore demand for umbrellas goes up naturally. On the request of the Deputy Police Commissioner (Traffic-East),… _more

Agreement signed between Dnet and SMC Enterprise Ltd

SMC Enterprise Limited, the for-profit subsidiary company of SMC, and Dnet signed an agreement to create enhanced business opportunities for both companies through partnership using a social entrepreneurship approach. This… _more

Rangpur office promotes personal hygiene among lady constables

SMC’s Rangpur Area Office arranged a session on ‘Personal Hygiene’ at the Police Training Centre at Rangpur on June 1, 2015. More than 1200 trainee lady constables attended the session.… _more

Engaging OGSB to promote LARC service delivery

Following the signing of MOU last January with the Obstetrical & Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB), SMC is arranging regional planning and advocacy workshops across the country. These workshops help… _more

Safe Motherhood Day observed

The Safe Motherhood Day was observed across the country on 28th May, 2015 by the government and non-government organizations. ‘Let every birth be planned, let every delivery be safe’ was… _more

SMC sponsors roundtable on Menstrual Hygiene Management Day

SMC, WaterAid and The Daily Kaler Kantho jointly organized a roundtable to mark the Menstrual Hygiene Management Day in May 2015 at the Kaler Kantho premises. Women representatives from education,… _more

SMC Holds Annual Company Conference for FY-2014

Social Marketing Company (SMC), one of the largest and most successful private sector Social Marketing organizations in family planning and child health globally, held its Annual Company Conference for the… _more

SMC donates a dialysis machine to Kidney Foundation

Mr. Muhammed Ali, Chairman, SMC Board, handed over a kidney dialysis machine to Prof. Harun-Ur-Rashid, President of Kidney Foundation Hospital and Research Institute at Mirpur, Dhaka on April 13, 2015. _more

SMC Program Observes World TB Day

Every year World Tuberculosis Day is marked on 24 March which commemorates the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch detected the cause of tuberculosis, the TB bacillus – one… _more

OGSB and SMC sign MOU

SMC signed an MOU with the Obstetrical & Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) in January 2015 to help strengthen collaboration between the two organizations for improving the quality and effectiveness… _more

Bogra Regional Warehouse – a milestone in SMC’s expansion

Managing Director of SMC Enterprise Ltd Md. Ali Reza Khan inaugurated the SMC regional warehouse constructed in the area of Boiradighi, Bogra on 10th December, 2014. The inauguration marks the… _more

Social Marketing Company holds its 25th Annual General Meeting

Social Marketing Company held its 25th Annual General Meeting on November 26, 2014 at the Company Head Office in Dhaka. Mr. Muhammed Ali, Chairman of the SMC Board of Directors,… _more

SMC Enterprise launched

In October 20, 2014 the Registrar of Joint Stock companies approved the formation of SMC Enterprise, a wholly owned for-profit subsidiary of the Social Marketing Company. The Enterprise was launched… _more

Doctors optimistic about Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) methods - reveal EBM workshops

To better understand the barriers and opportunities to expand the use of long acting contraceptive methods, SMC organized a number of evidence-based management workshops with doctors in SMC’s LARC network… _more

SMC supports Khulna Shishu Hospital to set up a pharmacy

Khulna Shishu Hospital is a not-for-profit private-sector initiative. The hospital provides 24-hour outdoor treatment service to 500-600 children and indoor service to 200-260 children each day and is playing a… _more

SMC attends OGSB Int’l Conference

SMC’s General Manager, Program Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan recently participated in the 23rd International Scientific Conference of Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of Bangladesh (OGSB) held during 26-27 September 2014 at… _more

Pre-fill injectable contraceptive “Sayana Press” soon to be launched

USAID/Washington through the USAID Mission in Bangladesh has earlier approached SMC to explore the possibility of introducing the Sayana® Press injectable in Bangladesh. Sayana® Press is a subcutaneous injection prefilled… _more

Mobilizing community to improve maternal and child health care

Community mobilization is one of the tools that SMC uses to deliver health messages to the beneficiaries and community influentials. Under Notun Din community mobilization program of MIH funded by… _more

SMC extends support to flood affected people

As part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibilities, SMC’s Bogra Area office has extended support to the flood affected people of Sariakandi Upazilla, Bogra. Water in the flood-affected areas of… _more

Refresher Training Program for SMC sales staff

To keep employees abreast of up-to-date technology and prepare them to face the challenges in the growing hi-tech environment in a competitive business world, SMC arranges refresher training programs for… _more

Workshop to raise health awareness among women police

SMC had arranged a workshop on ‘Health Awareness of Women Police’ at the Police Telecom Auditorium, Rajarbagh Police Lines in Dhaka on August 23, 2014. _more

MIH programme team’s annual retreat held in Bandarban

A Retreat Workshop of SMC’s MIH Program Team along with 34 participants from its four partner organizations – BRAC, Shimantik, PSTC and CWFD was held from 11-14 August 2014 in… _more

Working for a greener and healthier Bangladesh

Being encouraged by the Company Chairman Mr. Muhammed Ali and board directors, the CSR Committee of SMC has been working to make positive contributions to the wider community and environment… _more

Doctors’ Meet to Enhance LARC Use

SMC recently arranged two experience sharing meetings in Comilla and Khulna for doctors who are offering Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) method under the USAID funded Marketing Innovation for Health… _more

Xtreme hits the market

SMC’s new condom brand Xtreme has hit the market at the beginning of June, 2014. It is a high-priced premium condom brand having the payoff line ‘Insane pleasure’. The new… _more

Joya winged sanitary napkin launched

In the context of a growing demand for winged sanitary napkins over belted ones, SMC recently launched a Wings version of Joya sanitary napkin, which entered the market in September… _more

Experience sharing meeting with LARC Providers held

SMC recently held two experience sharing meetings in Dhaka and Chittagong with providers, who have received training and are offering Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) methods under the USAID funded… _more

SMC attends International TB conference and observes World TB Day

SMC participated in the second conference of International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease in South East Asia Region (SEAR 2014), which was organized by National Anti-Tuberculosis Association of Bangladesh… _more

SMC signs agreement with GAIN

SMC has recently signed an agreement with Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) to develop a comprehensive Behavior Change Communication (BCC) strategy along with a set of IEC materials to… _more

Annual Company Picnic held

The annual company picnic was held on March 7, 2014 at the Savar Military Farm, Dhaka. More than 500 employees from all Area offices, Factory, Warehouse and SMC Head Office… _more

Company Conference held to celebrate FY 2013 performance

The FY 2013 Company Conference of the Social Marketing Company was organized on March 6, 2014 at the Hotel Sonargaon in Dhaka. Mr. Muhammed Ali, Chairman of SMC Board of… _more

SMC welcomes new board members and directors

SMC has recently expanded its company membership and elected a new board of directors consisting of incumbent board members and three newly appointed company members. _more

Global Health Conference on Social Marketing and Franchising

Global Health Conference on Social Marketing and Franchising (www.smfconference.com) is being organized from December 3rd- 5th, in Kochi- Kerala by HLFPPT (www.hlfppt.org) (a Trust promoted by HLL Lifecare Limited) with… _more

SMC Participates in PSI’s Asia/Eastern Europe Regional Meeting - 2013

A two-member SMC delegation comprising of Mr. Toslim Uddin Khan, General Manager, Programme and Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, Head of Marketing visited Bangkok, Thailand from August 26-30, 2013, to attend the… _more

SMC Introduces Joya Brand of Sanitary Napkins

Currently, hygiene practices among women during menstruation are poor, specifically with regard to the use of cloth to absorb menstrual flow. If the cloth is not properly washed and cleaned,… _more

Social Marketing Company’s 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th Annual General Meetings Held - Elects New Chairperson of the SMC Board of Directors

Social Marketing Company (SMC) held its 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th Annual General Meetings on September 17, 2013 at the Company Head Office in Dhaka. Barrister A. K. M. Nazrul… _more

Social Marketing Company’s 20th Annual General Meeting Elects New Chairperson of the SMC Board of Directors

Social Marketing Company, the largest not-for-profit social marketing organisation for a single country, held its 20th Annual General Meeting on May 04, 2013 in Dhaka. It also elected Mr. Muhammed… _more

New Chairperson of SMC

Mr. Muhammed Ali has recently been elected as Chairperson of the SMC Board of Directors in the 20th AGM of SMC held on May 4, 2013. _more

New SMC Chairperson Addresses SMC Staff

Mr. Muhammed Ali, the new Chairperson of the SMC Board of Directors, addressed the officials and staff of SMC Head Office at the Head Office Board Room in Dhaka on… _more

SMC Stands By the Victims of the Savar Tragedy

Social Marketing Company (SMC) has stood beside the victims of the Rana Plaza building collapse in Savar, which is regarded as one of the worst accidents in human history. _more