Throughout Solamaya’s life she has witnessed the incredible power of opportunity presented to her. Solamaya was born in Pirgacha, Bangladesh, a village that is home to a matrilineal tribal minority in one of the most densely populated majority Muslim nations of 144 million people.

Solamaya’s biological mother was a 15 year old tribal girl, and her father a Muslim Bengali man. The relationship between two such culturally different groups was unacceptable to both sides and made it impossible for Solamaya to remain in either of their respective societies. Solamaya was brought to a catholic mission by her grandmother, where shortly thereafter, she was put up for adoption with an American family who lived in Bangladesh. When Solamaya was 15 years old she moved to the United States to continue her education, and step further into an abundant world of experiential learning. The journey thus far has taken her from the important work with youth in urban communities, and to making a living in the business of information technology where she has spent the past ten years.

Solamaya’s focus has also been pursuing interests in business, film and music management, which has fueled her passion for inspiring expression and peace through multi-media. Solamaya says “There are many women like me, who deserve a chance and I often wondered why these chances were bestowed on me. My only wish is to give the same for others and do my best to create valuable opportunity.” It is Solamaya’s Honor to share her story, her heritage and her voice in the spirit of giving.

In 2007, Solamaya established the Solamaya Scholarship through the Princess Trust, whose purpose is to put the spotlight on Pirgacha and the People whose status currently reflects the plight of many ethnic minorities struggling to survive globally.

Currently, Solamaya looks forward to developing the Solamaya Organization to provide the awareness, health and education resources, and initiative that is needed on every level.