# PRAAN | Participatory Research and Action Network


## Posts

- [National Coastal Declaration 2026: A 27-Point Roadmap for Coastal Rights and Resilience](https://praan.org.bd/national-coastal-declaration-2026-a-27-point-roadmap-for-coastal-rights-and-resilience/): The National Coastal Convention 2025, held on December 13-14 at the National Military Museum in Dhaka, served as a vital platform for addressing the environmental and economic future of Bangladesh’s 19 coastal districts. One of the event’s highlights was Parallel Session 2, titled “Advancing Sustainable Natural Resource Management for Coastal Communities,” which brought together leading researchers and practitioners to discuss how to protect the “economic and environmental backbone” of the nation. Chaired by Dr. M Zainul Abedin and moderated by Rezaul Karim Siddique, the session moved beyond sim ple summaries to provide a deep dive into the specific challenges and untapped potentials of the coast. The Issue: […]
- [Gender in Humanitarian Action- GiHA Noakhali Chapter Quarterly Meeting Held | February 2026](https://praan.org.bd/gender-in-humanitarian-action-giha-noakhali-chapter-quarterly-meeting-held-february-2026/): Today 25 February 2026, the GiHA (Gender in Humanitarian Action) Noakhali Chapter convened its first quarterly meeting at Family Planning Association of Bangladesh (FPAB), Noakhali. The meeting brought together 25 participants, reflecting strong engagement from chapter representatives, GiHA members and representatives from partner organizations. The session was chaired by Ms. Kamrun Naher, Deputy Director, Department of Women Affairs Noakhali, who underscored the importance of strengthening survivor support systems and sustaining dialogue on gender-based violence within the district. In her opening remarks, Ms. Naher situated the discussion within a Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) framework, emphasizing that protection, dignity, and equitable […]
- [People’s Manifesto on Right to Food and Nutrition | 13th National Parliamentarian Election](https://praan.org.bd/peoples-manifesto-on-right-to-food-and-nutrition-13th-national-parliamentarian-election/): On the eve of the 13th National Parliamentary Election, on 27 January 2026, The Business Standard and Daily Bonik Barta published a special supplement titled People’s Manifesto on Right to Food and Nutrition. Jointly led by PRAAN – Participatory Research & Action Network  and Bangladesh Food Security Network – KHANI  the supplements reflect the lived reality of Bangladesh—farmers, fishers, workers, women, small vendors, and children continue to face hunger, malnutrition, high food prices, and growing climate stress. Food is not charity. Nutrition is not optional. These are basic rights and clear state responsibilities.This election is a moment of choice. Food and […]
- [PRAAN Holds Annual General Meeting 2025](https://praan.org.bd/agm_2025/): Participatory Research & Action Network -PRAAN held its Annual General Meeting 2025 today January 17, 2026 Saturday at Nich Guest House, Noakhali. The meeting was chaired by PRAAN Chairman A. B. M. Fazlul Haque Badal and focused on reviewing the organization’s achievements over the past year and setting strategic priorities for 2026. During the AGM, PRAAN presented and reviewed its annual activity report, financial audit report, and operational budget. The Board discussed and approved the Plan of Action for 2026, along with several key organizational policies, including the Table of Authorization, Emergency Procurement Policy, Cost Sharing Policy, and the Anti-Money […]
- [Drought and Land Scarcity in Agriculture: A Crisis for Food Security](https://praan.org.bd/drought-and-land-scarcity-in-agriculture-a-crisis-for-food-security/): DROUGHT is a natural environmental disaster caused by prolonged insufficient rainfall or less rainfall than usual. According to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) 2022 data, about 650,000 people worldwide died due to drought between 1970 and 2019. On the other hand, a 2021 report by the World Health Organization mentions that around 55 million people are directly affected by drought every year. The World Meteorological Organization states that about 90% of all drought-related deaths occur in developing and poor countries. Bangladesh has suffered from drought 13 times in the past five decades. As a result of drought, […]
- [Statement | The decision to reduce food rations for Rohingya refugees’ risks worsening the already dire humanitarian crisis.](https://praan.org.bd/khani_statement_food-rations-for-rohingya_refugees/): Bangladesh Food Security Network- KHANI expresses deep concern over the World Food Programme’s recent announcement to reduce food rations for Rohingya refugees residing in the world’s largest refugee settlement in Bangladesh. Effective April 1, 2025, monthly food assistance per person will be reduced from $12.50 to $6 due to severe funding shortfalls, undermining the essential support needed to meet minimum energy and nutrient requirements. We urge the United Nations to uphold the full spectrum of human rights for Rohingya refugees, with a focus on their food security and dignity, by addressing the funding gap, restoring essential services, and ensuring long-term, […]
- [Youth in Action : Experience Sharing Workshop on Youth-led Humanitarian Response in Noakhali.](https://praan.org.bd/youth_experience-sharing-workshop/): In the wake of the devastating Bangladesh Eastern Floods, Young volunteers played a pivotal role in leading immediate humanitarian response and rescue efforts with PRAAN l Participatory Research & Action Network. From distributing cooked meals, baby food, and medical aid to ensuring access to safe drinking water and supporting shelter repairs, these young changemakers were on the frontlines, providing critical assistance to affected communities. On February 25, 2025, PRAAN, in collaboration with ActionAid Bangladesh, hosted an Experience Sharing Workshop on Youth-Led Humanitarian Response in Noakhali. The event brought together 40 dedicated volunteers from PRAAN and other youth-led organizations who had […]
- [Bangladesh Food Security Network- KHANI Annual Planning Meeting 2025](https://praan.org.bd/bangladesh-food-security-network-khani-annual-planning-meeting-2025/): The Food Security Network, KHANI Bangladesh, held its Annual Planning Meeting 2025 on February 8, 2025, at Setu Inn, Adabar, Dhaka. Organized by Participatory Research and Action Network – PRAAN and supported by Bread for the World, the meeting brought together representatives from over thirty KHANi Bangladesh member organizations working on agriculture, food security, farmers’ rights, and environmental sustainability. The primary focus was to discuss the next year’s action plan for ensuring the right to food and nutrition, particularly in light of Bangladesh’s changing political landscape and the need for the Right to Food and Nutrition (RtFN) law. The event was […]
- [PRAAN at Global SDG Youth Summit 2024: Driving Climate Action, Biodiversity Conservation & Renewable Energy](https://praan.org.bd/sdg_youth_summit/): PRAAN in collaboration with ActionAid Bangladesh, organized a thematic session on the first day of the Global SDG Youth Summit 2024, held at the Military Museum, Dhaka. Titled “Climate Action, Biodiversity Conservation, and Renewable Energy,” the session addressed Bangladesh’s severe climate challenges while emphasizing the pivotal role of youth in driving sustainable solutions. The keynote presentation, delivered by PRAAN Programme Coordinator Umme Salma, was titled “What Will You Create to Transform Your Community and Our Planet?” It explored trends, challenges, and opportunities in climate action and renewable energy, underscoring the importance of grassroots empowerment, community resilience, and collective action. Her presentation […]
- [Fair Finance Bangladesh Coalition Launches to Strengthen Sustainable Financing and Responsible Investment](https://praan.org.bd/ffb_launch/): The much-anticipated launch of “Fair Finance Bangladesh” unfolded on October 16, 2024, at the prestigious Lakeshore Hotel in Gulshan. This landmark event, a gathering of visionaries and changemakers, marked a significant stride toward reshaping Bangladesh’s financial landscape. Organized jointly by Participatory Research and Action Network (PRAAN) Oxfam in Bangladesh and the Democratic Budget Movement, the event emphasized the importance of sustainable financing and responsible investment in Bangladesh’s financial sector to achieve long-term development goals. Chief guest Dr. Debapriya Bhattacharya and notable figures such as City Bank PLC’s Managing Director & CEO Mr. Mashrur Arefin, Lead Energy Analyst at Institute for […]
- [Peoples Budget Assembly 2024 - A Call for Inclusive and Participatory Budgeting in Bangladesh](https://praan.org.bd/news_pba2024/): The Democratic Budget Movement (DBM) organized the 10th “Peoples Budget Assembly 2024” at the CIRDAP Auditorium, Dhaka. This significant event aimed to foster a more people-oriented and democratic national budget, while strengthening the social movement for direct public participation in budget formulation. The Assembly brought together various social development and civil society organizations, alongside marginalized communities, to collectively shape public opinion. Co-hosted by Participatory Research Action Network (PRAAN), Safety and Rights Society (SRS), and The Earth, the Assembly highlighted the pressing need for social protections amid severe inflation. Experts, economists, and representatives from marginalized groups voiced their concerns, advocating for […]
- [𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐇𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧 𝟐.𝟎 : A collaborative campaign to act for ensuring drinking water for all in Coastal Bangladesh](https://praan.org.bd/4879-2/): Drinking water scarcity in coastal districts of Bangladesh is a pressing and pervasive issue exacerbated by climate change. Rising sea levels, saltwater intrusion into freshwater sources, and increased salinity levels have rendered many traditional water sources undrinkable, posing a significant threat to the health and well-being of coastal communities. Addressing this challenge requires united initiatives, and innovative solutions that prioritize sustainable freshwater access and community resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions. The participants in a workshop ‘WaterHackathon2.0: Stratconnect2023’ expressed their grave concern about this burning issue which is impacting the coastal demographics of Bangladesh. Jointly organized by Participatory […]
- [𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 : Energy Justice Week Briefing 2024](https://praan.org.bd/%f0%9d%90%84%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a0%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%b3%f0%9d%90%9e-%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%a1%f0%9d%90%9e-%f0%9d%90%8f%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ac-ene/): To ensure the country’s energy security, promote industrialization, and foster a sustainable economy, prompt implementation and financing according to the Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan (MCPP) is imperative. Simultaneously, the Energy Ministry has to develop a low- or zero-emission energy supply and demand system in the Integrated Energy & Power Master Plan (IEPMP) in alignment with the goals outlined in the MCPP. This stance was articulated during a media round table meeting held on September 13th, at the Noakhali BRDB Auditorium. The event was jointly organized by Participatory Research and Action Network-PRAAN, Bandhan, Coastal Livelihood and Environment Action Network (CLEAN), and […]
- [Youth Gathering on ‘No Gas No Hydrogen: Finance on Renewables’](https://praan.org.bd/youth-gathering-on-no-gas-no-hydrogen-finance-on-renewables/): At the G-20 summit in India, it was announced with a mission to expand coalition efforts in combating climate change and the associated natural disasters. The summit’s central mission is to expand the collaborative efforts in addressing the pressing issues of climate change and the associated natural disasters. Its primary objectives include enhancing the reliance of G-20 member states on environmentally friendly energy sources and offering essential support for the establishment of cost-effective eco-friendly power plants. In conjunction with the G-20 summit, a significant event was organized in Noakhali on September 9, 2023. This event was a collaborative effort by […]
- [𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 : Integrated Efforts Needed to Combat Climate Change](https://praan.org.bd/%f0%9d%90%8d%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a5-%f0%9d%90%83%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ae%f0%9d%90%a0%f0%9d%90%a1%f0%9d%90%ad-%f0%9d%90%82/): The alarming impact of climate change on various sectors, particularly agriculture, has become a pressing concern globally. The adverse effects of climate change are being felt more acutely in drought-prone regions, posing a significant threat to food security, public health, and the overall well-being of communities. To address these challenges and foster proactive solutions, the National Drought Convention 2023 was held at Rajshahi University (RU) on 22 July 2023. The conference aimed to bring together policymakers, academics, researchers, development activists, and various stakeholders to discuss and formulate strategies for mitigating climate change’s impacts, particularly in Bangladesh’s Barind region. The convention […]
- [𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 | Potential of Renewable Energy to Improve Citizen Services & Economic Development at the Municipality Level](https://praan.org.bd/youthon-mcpp-copy/): As part of its initiative to promote renewable energy adoption at the local level, Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN recently organized a sharing meeting titled ‘Potential of Renewable Energy to Improve Citizen Services & Economic Development at the Municipality Level’ at Charghat Municipality in Rajshahi district, Bangladesh on April 28th, 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of renewable energy and assess the readiness of municipalities, using Charghat as a representative case study. The primary objective was to facilitate collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy in municipalities and foster sustainable […]
- [Youth Stand : Swift Implementation of Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan (MCCP) and Scrapping of Intergrated Energy and Power Sector Master Plan (IEPMP)](https://praan.org.bd/youthon-mcpp/): The Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan outlines Bangladesh’s commitment to transitioning to renewable energy sources. Ambitious targets have been set, aiming for 30 percent renewable energy usage by 2030, 50 percent by 2041, and ultimately achieving 100 percent by 2050. At the rally, speakers emphasized the importance of aligning the IEPMP project with the goals of the Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan. The IEPMP aims to establish a low or zero-emission energy demand and supply system to ensure energy security and economic sustainability. A group of impassioned youth staged a flashover rally in Noakhali, urging the government to swiftly implement the Mujib […]
- [Gender Dialogue with OPD & WLO](https://praan.org.bd/dialogueopdandwlo/): Women and girls with disabilities in Noakhali, like in other parts of the country, are at risk of experiencing different forms of violence such as physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. They also face neglect and discrimination due to their disabilities. Additionally, their families also encounter social barriers and stigma. A dialogue titled ‘Gender Dialogue with OPD & WLO’ was held on June 25, 2023, at PRAAN Secretariat to discuss the violence faced by women and girls with disabilities in Noakhali. The main focus of the meeting was to address the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and women-led organizations, and […]
- [Meeting with Government Officials : Introducing Referral Pathway and Inclusive Shelter Management for Women and Girls at the risk of GBV](https://praan.org.bd/referral_pathway_meeting/): Coordinating essential public services, and improving inter-agency relationships can play an important role in addressing gender-based violence. The referral pathway needs to be strengthened at the local level as well as at the national level. In a recent meeting titled “Introducing Referral Pathway and Inclusive Shelter Management for Women and Girls at the risk of GBV,” organized by Participatory Research and Action Network-PRAAN and ActionAid Bangladesh, key stakeholders highlighted this. Notable attendees included Noakhali District ADC General Md. Nazimul Haider as the chief guest, alongside Mr. Mostafa Mahmud Sarwar from the Social Services Department, Dr. Masum Iftekhar from the District […]
- [Outreach sessions on Gender-based Violence organized in Hatia, Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/gbv_session_hatia/): Several Outreach sessions were conducted at the Women Friendly Space, Chanandi Union, Hatiya. With active participation of the community women and girls, the sessions were organized to promote familiarity and raise awareness of the community people with the WFS as a safe and inclusive environment for women. The sessions aimed to raise awareness about the importance of women friendly space and provide practical insights into creating and maintaining such space. The sessions highlighted the available significant service about woman friendly space, people who will give the service at this center, what kind of support they can get from the WFS […]
- [Campaign Planning Workshop on Just and Green Transition](https://praan.org.bd/greentransitionworkshop/): The implementation of a green transition is crucial to address both energy security concerns and combat the climate crisis, especially in climate-vulnerable countries like Bangladesh. The significance of such transition lies in providing affordable and reliable energy to everyone, consistently. A zonal and national campaign plan was designed based on this urgency and need for green transition in the ‘Campaign Planning Workshop on Just & Green Transition’ held from 8-10 June 2023 at Hotel Western Inn, Khulna. Jointly organized by Participatory Research and Action Network- PRAAN, CLEAN Bangladesh, and The Earth Society, the event was focused on sharing knowledge on […]
- [World Water Day : Coastal Communities Come Together at Water Parliaments to Demand Action to Ensure Drinking Water](https://praan.org.bd/waterday23/): Water insecurity is a growing crisis in coastal communities in Bangladesh. On the eve of the World Water Day 2023, three Water Parliaments were held in the coastal district- Satkhira, Barguna, and Cox’s Bazar, bringing together community members, civil society activists, media workers, and other stakeholders to discuss the pressing issue of water insecurity. Organized by Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN, and ActionAid Bangladesh in collaboration with SoDesh in Satkhira, Jago Nari in Barguna and ISDE in Cox’s Bazar, the Water Parliaments provided a platform for affected community members to share their personal experiences of how the fresh water […]
- [PRAAN Launches Women-Friendly Space to Prevent Gender-Based Violence in coastal Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/wfs_noakhali/): Bangladesh has experienced a rise in gender-based violence in recent years, with reports indicating an increase in incidents of domestic violence, sexual assault, and harassment. Many women in Bangladesh may feel hesitant to report these crimes or seek help due to fear of stigma and potential retaliation.   In any emergency, nature or manmade, the situation worsens. Women become more vulnerable due to their gender and societal roles. Displaced women, particularly those forced to leave their homes due to natural disasters, are especially vulnerable. River erosion induced land loss and displacement is a common scenario for demographics in Noakhali. Even […]
- [Citizen Dialogue on Food Security and Social Safteynet Programs in Bangladesh](https://praan.org.bd/citizen_dialogue_rtf_2022/): Only 20 percent of the monthly food needs of the beneficiaries are met with the foods received through TCB’s Family Card program. During the rest of the month, these families have to live in food shortage. Besides this, the beneficiaries have to spend an extra amount of money due to additional travel costs because of the distance of the TCB sales center, the inability to purchase food products as per need due to the sale of products in the package system, etc. This information was revealed in a social audit report released today (December 19, 2022) at the BRDB Auditorium […]
- [Water March in Noakhali Subarnochar demanding for safe drinking water](https://praan.org.bd/water_march_noakhali/): With increased government allocation and investment, stopping the use of groundwater, digging large area-based ponds, canals and reservoirs to retain rainwater, creating freshwater reservoirs, the inhabitants including young people, women, men, communities affected by water crisis from Noakhali Subarnochar Upazila have demanded to ensure universal, equitable and sustainable access to clean water for the coastal communities of Bangladesh. On the eve of International Human Rights Day 2022 today December 14, 2022 Wednesday the participants of the WaterMove Campaign in search of Ending Water Poverty in Coastal Bangladesh organized by Participatory Research and Action Network-PRAAN, Sagarika Samaj Undan Sanstha, and ActionAid […]
- [16 days activism 2022: Youth Dialogue to Prevent Violence Against Women Copy](https://praan.org.bd/youth_dialogue_2022-copy-2/): Led by Noakhali District Commissioner and Superintendent of Police, more than one and a half hundred young people pledged to stand against gender abuse. They have also taken oath not to remain silent if they saw someone being humiliated or harassed in front of their eyes. The oath-taking event was held at the District BRDB Auditorium on Wednesday 30th of November, 2022. On the eve of Global 16 days of Activism against Gender Based Violence, Participatory Research and Action Network-PRAAN and ActionAid Bangladesh with the support of United Nations Population Fund jointly organized a ‘Generation Dialogue’ and oath-taking to prevent […]
- [Youth Cycle March ‘Journey Towards Equality’ held calling for preventing violence against women in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/youth_cycle-march_2022/): With the slogan ‘Building an equal society with the unity of youth’, a youth cycle march was held in Maijdi Noakhali on the eve of global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence. On 24th of November 2022 Thursday, the march started at 11 am from Mujib Square in front of the Noakhali DC office. Circling the main road ended at Noakhali Shilpakala Academy and then march towards Begumgonj and Subornochar Upazila Parishad in divided groups. Noakhali District Commissioner Mr. Dewan Mahbubur Rahman and ADC (General) Israt Sadmin inaugurated the cycle march by riding bicycles. More than one and a […]
- [Mobilizations across the coast demands solve the water crisis.](https://praan.org.bd/community_mobilization_watermove/): The coastal communities of Bangladesh are facing an acute drinking water crisis for a long time. The availability of drinking water is being decreased day by day because of the impact of climate change on nature and the environment. The struggle gets comparatively less in the rainy season. Butin dry seasons, the sufferings have no bound. To draw the attention of policymakers and media to take action to solve the water crisis for affected communities, Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN organized district-level campaigns under the WaterMove Campaign in seven coastal districts of Bangladesh. Organizations working on water crisis, environmental […]
- [Strategic Planning Workshop | WaterHackathon ’22 | A collaborative campaign to act for ensuring drinking water for all in Coastal Bangladesh](https://praan.org.bd/strategy-planning-workshop-waterhackathon-22-a-collaborative-campaign-to-act-for-ensuring-drinking-water-for-all-in-coastal-bangladesh/): Bangladesh has a long coastline in the Bay of Bengal and 76 Upazilas of 19 coastal districts are likely to be affected by the rise of sea level caused by climate change. The lives and livelihoods of the population are undeniably affected due to water salinity, arsenic, water logging, pollution, risks from climate change, and so on. It is urgent to sensitize the local policymakers, representatives, and government officials, and initiate mass campaigns and swift action to create public opinion on this crisis with the highest priority to ensure sustainable human health and socio-economic development of coastal communities. In this […]
- [Transformation of conventional Agriculture Budget is must to ensure protection for small farmers and small entrepreneurs](https://praan.org.bd/transformation-of-conventional-agriculture-budget-is-must-to-ensure-protection-for-small-farmers-and-small-entrepreneurs/): The economy of Bangladesh is moving forward depending on agriculture, readymade garments, and remittances. Despite the declining contribution of agriculture to GDP compared to other sectors, the contribution of agriculture to food security, employment, and economic growth is still the highest in Bangladesh. Despite the remarkable increase in the size of the National Budget every year and the widespread dependency of a huge proportion of the population indirectly and indirectly on agriculture, the allocation for agriculture in the National budget is gradually declining. Domestic agricultural production needs to be increased to recover the economy negatively impacted by the pandemic as […]
- [Natural or manmade, whatever it is, any incident of violence become a disaster itself for the victim women.- GBViE Platform](https://praan.org.bd/gbvie_meeting_may/): Natural or manmade, whatever it is, any incident of violence become a disaster itself for the victim women. The Speakers expressed their concern about the recent repetitive incidents of violence against women in Noakhali as well as all over Bangladesh in the coordination meeting of Preventing Gender-Based Violence against Women in Emergency- GBViE network arranged by Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN. The meeting was held in PRAAN secretariat, Maijdee on May 28th, 2022. Bondhon Executive Director Aminuzzaman Milon, Gandhi Ashram Trust Executive Director Raha Naba Kumar, Union Parishad Member Rowshon Akhter Lucky, Noakhali Judge Court APP Golam Akbar, Advocate […]
- [The scarcity of Drinking Water in Coastal Zones hits the communities the hardest](https://praan.org.bd/water_scarcity_webinar/): Bangladesh has become particularly vulnerable with the onset of climate change. Especially in the coastal areas, the impacts of climate change are not limited to livelihood diversity, food security, health, and economy. The scarcity of drinking water is acute in the coastal zones of Bangladesh. The surface water is highly saline and fresh water is not available at the depths where it should be. The speakers expressed their concern about the struggles of the coastal communities in collecting safe drinking water in a discussion titled ‘Safe Drinking Water in Coastal Areas: Crisis and Pathways towards Solution’ [উপকূলীয় অঞ্চলে নিরাপদ পানি […]
- [GVBiE Platform Coordination Meeting held in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/gvbie-platform-meeting_march/): For most women and girls in Bangladesh, life both within and outside the home is an everyday challenge. Despite having several laws to provide them protection from violence women is still a distant reality here. The speakers expressed their willingness to work unitedly in creating a safe space for women to live, work and access the necessities without any fear, in the quarterly coordination meeting of Preventing Gender-Based Violence against Women in Emergency- GbViE Network on March 26th, 2022 at Noakhali Press Club Hall room. Union Parishad Member Rowshon Akhter Lucky, Noakhali Judge Court APP Golam Akbar, Bondhon Executive Director […]
- [Public Expenditure Tracking National Level Sharing Meeting](https://praan.org.bd/national-sharing/):   A significant element of the problem of the Public Budget and Expenditure accountability system is that the system has limited capacity to enhance the flow of credible public financial information as a means of reducing the information asymmetry between government and citizens. Public expenditure tracking helps not only the citizens and CSO’s but also governments to ensure that allocated public resources effectively reach their intended beneficiaries. The speakers expressed their opinion in a virtual event ‘National Level Report Sharing Meeting on Public Expenditure Tracking Report’ on December 21, 2021, organized by Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN, more than […]
- [Budget Olympiad Grand Final 2021](https://praan.org.bd/olympiad_2021_grand_final/): To build a society free from discrimination, there is no alternative but to reflect the views and opinions of all in the formulation and implementation of the national budget. Although the maximum proportion of the budget allocation comes through taxes from citizens, from the very beginning of history in Bangladesh the budgeting process has been highly centralized without the participation of the people, and even at the policy-making stage, critics have given their views but those are never included. Ensuring transparency and accountability of the budget as well as ensuring public participation in the formulation and implementation of the budget […]
- [More than 300 people take oath in Subarnachar to prevent violence against women.](https://praan.org.bd/16daysactivism/): More than 300 community people, including young men and women, have taken an oath at Subarnachar in Noakhali to create a safe Upazila for women. Despite sudden stormy weather, the participants joined the dialogue event today. This Open Dialogue was organized on Monday, December 6, 2021, at the Subarnochar Pankhar Bazar High School Premise as part of the global campaign of 16 Days of Activism. The event was jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAAN, Nijera Kori, Bandhan in collaboration with ActionAid Bangladesh and UNFPA. Char Jabbar Police Station Officer in Charge Ziaul Haque, Vice-Chair of Sunornochar Upazilla Salma […]
- [Youth Camp on Climate Change & SRHR Held in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/youth_camp_2021/): Climate crisis and Human existence are inextricably linked and Sexual & Reproductive Health & rights are undeniably connected to human existence. To inspire young people to discover more effective ways to initiate climate crisis mitigation measures and realization of SHRH to support climate resilience, a Youth Camp was organized on the 28th and 29th of October in Noakhali. The program was jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAAN and Department of Environmental Science and Disaster Management, Noakhali Science & Technology University, supported by Asian Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women- ARROW. More than 30 young people from different […]
- [Advocacy Meeting on SRHR Facilities in Educational Institutions held in Subarnachar](https://praan.org.bd/advoccay-meeting_srhr/): Women face different challenges to maintain proper hygiene regardless of home and outdoor. For school-going girls, lack of sanitary materials, the social culture related to menstruation hygiene management, inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (wash) facilities, lack of guidance and privacy for changing and washing at school are common issues related to inadequate menstrual hygiene practices that have adverse effects on reproductive health and education as well. The speakers expressed their concerns regarding the struggles of girls in school managing their period, on an advocacy meeting ‘Initiating Goodwill to Accelerate necessary SRHR Education and Facilities in Educational Institutions’ held on 21st […]
- [Public Expenditure Tracking BootCamp Held in Dhaka](https://praan.org.bd/public-expenditure-tracking-bootcamp/): If people don’t get a grip on government spending, there will be no growth. The facilitators mentioned the importance of Expenditure tracking for realizing a change for the better in accountability systems on a two days training ‘Public Expenditure Tracking BootCamp” held on 8th and 9th of October, 2021 at Unnayan Sohojogi Team- UST, Adabor, Dhaka. This Bootcamp was jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network – PRAAN and ActionAid Bangladesh. The goal of this Bootcamp was to provide guidance and hands-on training on Public Expenditure tracking and its techniques and useful tools to the participants. Democratic Budget Movement- DBM […]
- [Coordination Meeting of Gender-Based Violence Against Women in Emergency Platform held](https://praan.org.bd/gbv-platfrom-meeting/): Education is a salvation for all the girls to get protection from violence and exploitation with provided skills and hope for a brighter future. But the recent outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic created an alarming rise to the rate of child marriage in Bangladesh as girls are mostly staying home owing to the long closure of educational institutions. The speakers expressed their concern regarding crises and specific challenges faced by girls in the quarterly coordination meeting of GBViE Platform, Noakhali held on September 19, 2021, at Noakhali Press Club Hall Room. Women Rights and Gender Equity Deputy Manager of […]
- [Orientation Workshop on ‘Female Reproductive Health & Climate Change’](https://praan.org.bd/orientation-workshop-on-srhr/): Aiming towards enhancing knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights among grassroots women and girls in Subarnochar, a two-day-long Orientation Workshop ‘Female Reproductive Health & Climate Change’ has been organized on August 21-22, 2021 in Nijera Kori, Porishkar Bajar, Char Jublee. With the participation of 31 young girls and women from Subarnochar, this workshop was initiated by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAAN and supported by Asian- Pacific Resource and Research Centre for Women- ARROW. In different discussions on SRHR issues among coastal women, the participants expressed their concern about the negative impacts they face because of not having proper SHRH […]
- [Advocacy Meeting | Climate Adaptation Action and Reproductive Health Rights](https://praan.org.bd/advocacy-meeting/): Women and children are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Although various public and private initiatives have been taken on climate adaptation, the budget allocation here in this sector is so poor. Therefore, gender and reproductive health must be included in climate crisis mitigation and adaptation measures. The participants demanded these at an advocacy meeting ‘Promoting and Incorporating Reproductive Health Rights in Local Climate Adaptation Activities’ organized by Participatory Research Action Network-Praan on August 24, 2021, at the conference room of Subarnachar Upazila Parishad in Noakhali. Conducted by Nurul Alam Masud, Chief Executive of PRAAN, Ms. Chaiti Sarbabidya, […]
- [‘International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence during Conflict’ observed for the very first time in Bangladesh.](https://praan.org.bd/elimination-of-sexual-violence-during-conflict/): To observe the International Day for Elimination of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Bangladesh for the very first time, a virtual seminar was conducted today focusing on the theme of this year ‘Standing by the side of the victims of Sexual Violence in Epidemics’. To find strategies in searching for strategies to integrate the rights and needs of women, the victims of sexual violence in conflicts and emergencies along with the COVID-19 pandemic, Participatory Research Action Network-PRAAN organized this virtual seminar today on June 19, 2021, Saturday, as an open space for discussion among different community people, local and national activist […]
- [Business Interests have Hijacked the UN Food Summit](https://praan.org.bd/hijacked-the-un-food-summit/):   As of 31 January 2021, a total of 153 organizations from 31 countries and seven advocates have supported this sign-on statement. This was sent to concerned UN offices such as the Committee on World Food Security and officials including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and UN Special Rapporteur on the right to food Michael Fakhri. ———————————————————————————————————— We, civil society organizations, grassroots groups, and advocates for the welfare of marginalized sectors, call for the revocation of the 2019 Strategic Partnership between the United Nations (UN) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) and its implications for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. We express our […]
- [Social Accountability BootCamp | Time to start implementing people-led accountability mechanisms- fulfilling the promise of transformative change](https://praan.org.bd/social-accountability-bootcamp-time-to-start-implementing-people-led-accountability-mechanisms-fulfilling-the-promise-of-transformative-change/): A state not having the tradition of functioning under an accountable operational system faces the challenges of establishing responsive, equitable and effective governance. Youth-led action can help governments fill gaps in implementation, follow-up, and monitoring, as well as programs and policy. The facilitators mentioned the importance of youth-led accountability mechanisms in ensuring the success of the SDG’s on the ‘Social Accountability BootCamp for Youth’, held from December 30-31th of 2020. With the participation of 30 young people from all over the country, this BootCamp was Initiated jointly by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN and ActionAid Bangladesh, at Padakhep PIDM, Adabor, […]
- [Budget Olympiad Grand Final 2020 | Budget Olympiad Grand Final 2020 Democratization of National Budget must for a non-discriminatory society-Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed](https://praan.org.bd/budget-olympiad-grand-final-2020-budget-olympiad-grand-final-2020-democratization-of-national-budget-must-for-a-non-discriminatory-society-dr-salehuddin-ahmed/):   There is no alternative to the democratization of the national budgetary process for a non-discriminatory society. Although the share of the budget supply mostly comes through indirect taxes, there is no reflection of public opinion and needs on the formulation of the national budget. Ensuring transparency and accountability of the budget as well as ensuring public participation in the formulation and implementation of the budget process will further advance the overall development of the country. The speakers stated this at the Virtual Grand Finale of the Budget Olympiad 2020 jointly organized by the Democratic Budget Movement, Participatory Research Action […]
- [Sultana Sammilani | Celebration of Rokeya Day with Moshal Michhil, women’s karate and Cricket Match](https://praan.org.bd/sultana-sammilani-celebration-of-rokeya-day-with-moshal-michhil-womens-karate-and-cricket-match/): The ‘Sankkhubdha Sultana Sammilani’ was organized in Noakhali protesting ongoing violence against women. Women organized the mass rally, karate performances and Cricket Match, presenting songs against violence, solidarity speech and moshal michhil. The speakers demanded ensuring safe movement of women in and out of the workplace, to put an end to anti-woman speeches in all kinds of meetings and conventional religious gatherings, and to start judicial investigations in cases of sexual harassment end all forms of violence against women. As part of the International campaign -16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, in collaboration with ActionAid Bangladesh and United National […]
- [Oath in preventing Violence Against Women by Public Representatives- Administration-Police and youth in Subarnachar Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/oath-in-preventing-violence-against-women-by-public-representatives-administration-police-and-youth-in-subarnachar-noakhali/): Local public representatives-administration-police and youth took an oath in a multilateral dialogue at Subarno Char Noakhali to prevent violence against women. This Dialogue titled ‘In search of Strategies to Protest-Prevent-Resist Violence Against Women’ was held at the Subarnachar Upazila Complex Auditorium in Noakhali today December 7, 2020. Participants in the dialogue called for grassroots action as well as citizens’ active involvement, to wait upon own duties of concerned law enforcement, administration, and policymakers to ensure safe movement of women in and out of the workplace to end all forms of violence against women. They demanded the end of anti-woman speeches […]
- [Cycle March | Wake up Bangladesh against Rape, Sexual Abuse and all types of Violence against Women](https://praan.org.bd/cycle_march_to_stop_vaw/): With the slogan ‘Wake up Bangladesh against Rape, Sexual Abuse and all types of Violence against Women’, a Youth Cycle March was held today in Noakhali. Ensuring a safe environment for women at home-office-public place-transport, banning anti-women rhetoric at all mass assembly including religious gatherings and launching judicial investigations into cases of sexual harassment, the participants in the bicycle rally demanded an end to rape and sexual harassment, thus all types of violence against women.    As a part of the global campaign to prevent violence against women, Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN, Noakhali District Scout and ActionAid Bangladesh have initiated […]
- [Webinar | Women’s Vulnerability in Emergency : Unheard Voices](https://praan.org.bd/womens-vulnerability-in-emergency/): Bangladesh is a disaster-prone area due to its geographical location. According to the Global Climate Risk Index 2019, Bangladesh ranks ninth among the top 15th countries at risk due to natural disasters. Women and children are at most risk during disasters. Of the 3.3 million people affected by the long-lasting flood this year, 52% were women. The joint blow from corona and Amphan has made the women in the south-west region of the country suffer even more. Out of 2.6 million people affected by cyclone Amphan in 19 districts, 8 lakh 20 thousand were women including 49 thousand 316 pregnant […]
- [Annual General Meeting (AGM) of PRAN held](https://praan.org.bd/agm2020/): The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Participatory Research Action Network (PRAN) held on April 29, 2020. Mr. Abdul Awal, Chairperson of the Organization welcomed the members to the Annual General Meeting. The meeting commenced with the unanimous approval of the agenda and other formalities. Mr.Nurul Alam Masud, General Secretary and CEO of the organization presented the Annual Report, highlighting the events and underlining the achievements in the meeting. The members were discussed about future plans, progress and strategies of the Organization considering COVID19 impact in the meeting. Financial statement for the for the financial year 2018-19 was presented by Treasurer […]
- [CSOs Call to International Creditors of Bangladesh Suspend Realizing Debt Instalments during COVID-19](https://praan.org.bd/csos-call-to-international-creditors/): We the following Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from all over the world, are calling on the World Bank (WB), International Monetary Fund (IMF), Asian Development Bank (ADB), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and all bilateral, regional and multilateral development financiers of Bangladesh to suspend the realization of debt instalments for all public debts of developing countries combating the COVID-19 pandemic so that the current crisis is not aggravated. Countries, irrespective of developed, developing and the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), are in a predicament due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are all facing an acute shortage of emergency protective devices and […]
- [COVID-19 Response : Public Awareness and Promote Personal Hygiene Campaign with Noakhali Municipality](https://praan.org.bd/pran-kicked-off-public-awareness-and-promote-personal-hygiene-campaign-to-prevent-covid-19-in-collaboration-with-noakhali-municipality/): The coronavirus COVID-19 is now affecting 203 countries and territories around the world, says latest COVID 19 situation report by WHO, marking the first time nearly in century that almost every country of the planet is experiencing a complex humanitarian crisis. Being a country of around 165 million people, this global pandemic is now a major challenge for Bangladesh. Measures of mandatory restriction directives to stay home and social distancing to curb the spread of the Novel Coronavirus has already been adopted by the Government of Bangladesh. In this context, among plethora of preventing measures to contain spread of COVID-19, […]
- [COVID-19 Response : PRAN Distributed Food Gifts for Home-locked Working People in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/food-gifts-for-home-locked-working-people-in-noakhali/): In response to the crisis of food shortage due to the stay home to fight infection and preventing spread of COVID-19, Development Organization Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN and Bandhan have jointly started to distribute/offer food gifts for the day laborers and low-earning people. Today (March 31th, 2020, Tuesday) morning, Shohid Ullaha Khani Sohel, Mayor of Noakhali Pourashava,  Al-Helal-Mosharaf Hosen- Principal of Noakhali Government College and Principal of Chowmuhoni Governemnt S.A. College Mr. Abul Bashar at the Noakhali Press Club Premises distributed these food gifts among 100 of families primarily. A food-solidarity fund has been formed and raised locally in […]
- [Budget Olympiad 2019 | This is essential for young peoples' to get involved in the budgeting process for inclusive development.](https://praan.org.bd/budget-olympiad-2019-this-is-essential-for-young-peoples-to-get-involved-in-the-budgeting-process-for-inclusive-development/): There is a lack of transparency in the process of budget formulation and implementation in our country. The greater portion of the government’s income comes through indirect taxes from common citizens. But still they do not have roles in drafting the national budget. The process of budget formulation must be democratic in order to create an equal society. This is essential for the citizens to get involved in the budgeting process for equable development. The speakers gave their opinion at the closing ceremony of Budget Olympiad 2019 Grand Finale held on December 19th. Professor Kazi Maruful Islam, Director of the […]
- [Youth Café | Cyber Violence against Women](https://praan.org.bd/youth-cafe-cyber-violence-against-women/): In Bangladesh, online violence against women is now quite a rampant practice. Like home, transport or street, the cyberspace has become such a media through which men and women work or give productive time. According to a number of statistical data of research findings, more than 75% of women are succumbing to the risk of becoming a victim of online violence like sexual harassment, online hacking, cyber pornography, blackmail and extortion, defamation, terrorist activity, etc. To start the discussion what we really understand by cyber violence against women, addressing the issues of online violence, raising awareness of responsible use of […]
- [Generation Dialogue | Prevention of violence against women](https://praan.org.bd/genaration-dialogue_vaw/): More than 500 local people, including young men and women, have taken an oath at Subarnachar in Noakhali to create a safe Upazila for women. Negative attitude and distorted mindset of people is the most important reason behind the gradual rise of violence against women. It has now turned into a form of social disorder. Since the last parliamentary election, incidents of violence against women like rape, sexual harassment, and abduction, etc, especially in Subarna Char Upazila of Noakhali, have created widespread discussion and agitation across the country. People from every aspect of society must come forward to prevent this […]
- [Open Dialogue | Women’s Power in Food Struggle](https://praan.org.bd/womens-power-in-food-struggle/): A total of 68.1% of women in Bangladesh are directly or indirectly engaged in agriculture. The women engaged in farming, besides all the household works, 74% of them rear livestock, 63% preserve local varieties of seeds, 40% grow vegetables and fruits, cultivation and post-harvest activities, agricultural food procession and still they do not have recognition of the state as woman farmer. So, the woman farmers need to be respected and recognized by the state to keep the agriculture, economy and food security trend the country. The demand was raised in an open dialogue titled ‘Women’s Power in Food Struggle’, jointly […]
- [Training | Preventing Gender Based Violence in Emergency](https://praan.org.bd/training-preventing-gender-based-violence-in-emergency/):   A training ‘Preventing Violence against Women in Emergency’, was held from November 5th to 7th with the aim to build up capacity of local NGO’s to deliver the idea of Minimum Standard, GBV Guiding Principles, Women Friendly Space to local organizations to mitigate, prevent and response to GBV violence and thus develop skilled GBV actors to work coordinately during emergency. 25 participants from different NGO’s and activists in Noakhali participated in this 3 days long training at NRDS Training Center, Binodpur, jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN and ActionAid Bangladesh, supported by UNFPA. Dr. Sadia Shamrin Hridi- […]
- [Budget Olympiad 2019 : Noakhali Regional Round held in Noakhali Science and Technology University](https://praan.org.bd/budget-olympiad-2019-noakhali/): With the aim toward engaging youth to support initiatives for popularizing budget literacy, to build up young advocates all over the country and to ensure accountability of budgeting process, Regional competition round of Budget Olympiad 2019- Noakhali Region was held 12 pm, October 24th today at Muktijoddha Mohammad Idris Auditorium in Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali. Jointly organized by Democratic Budget Movement, Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN and Royal Economics Club (REC) of NSTU Department of Economics and ActionAid Bangladesh, approximately 600 students from different educational institutes of Noakhali, Feni, Lakhmipur, Hatiya participated in this regional Olympiad. Led by […]
- [Organizational meeting | Violence against Women: Let’s Protest & Prevent](https://praan.org.bd/organizational-meeting-violence-against-women-lets-protest-prevent/): With the aim to find effective strategies to prevent rising violence against women in Noakhali, organizational meeting ‘Violence against Women: Let’s Protest & Prevent’ successive of the consultation meeting on July 30th, was held on September 18th at Noakhali Press Club Auditorium. The agenda of this meeting was to set an effective and organized working plan for the next three months to curb ongoing violence against women here in Noakhali. Different government non-government personals, civil society members, advocates, journalists, activists more than 40 individuals other than that of participated in the discussion led by Nurul Alam Masud, Chief Executive of […]
- [Orientation Workshop on Business & Human Rights Media Fellowship](https://praan.org.bd/orientation-workshop-on-business-human-rights-media-fellowship/): An Orientation workshop on ‘Business and Human Rights Media Fellowship’ was jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network-PRAN and ActionAid Bangladesh on September 14, 2019 to award the Fellowship for the journalists at Marie Stopes, Lalmatia Dhaka. This fellowship was awarded considering the submitted proposal and professional history of the journalists working with human rights and potential of success in serving the purpose of upholding human rights threatened by business interventions through media action and supporting the communities. In the context of’ Business and Human Rights Workshop’ held June 22-23, 2019, BRAC CDM, 16 journalists proposed their reports for this […]
- [Human chain protesting rape and all types of sexual violence against women in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/human-chain-protesting-rape-and-all-types-of-sexual-violence-against-women-in-noakhali/): A human chain was formed protesting growing violence against women and children on Tuesday Septmeber 2, 2019 at 10am in front of Press Club, Noakhali. People from different professions, lawyers, journalists, young entrepreneurs, organizations and individuals participated in this event organized by Participatory Research Action Network-PRAN, NRDS, FPAB, BANDHAN, Gandhi Ashram Trust, Prochesta Naari Unnoyon Mela as part of women protection expedition all over the country. The speakers said, the rate of violence against women is gradually on increase and our country is such fallen to the ground that this violence has now got an epidemic form. Women of all […]
- [Consultation on ‘Violence against Women: Let’s protest & prevent’ held in Noakhali](https://praan.org.bd/consultation-meeting-violence-against-women-lets-protest-prevent-held-in-noakhali/): A consultation meeting ‘Violence against Women: Let’s protest & prevent’ was held on July 30, 2019 in search of effective strategies to prevent violence and ensure a safe and dignified society for women. The meeting was jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN, ActionAid Bangladesh and UNFPA. Despite Government and different non-government measures to stop violence against women, news about violence against women published on various news sources on daily basis has spread widespread concerns. But among a number of incidents, only a few of them get published on media and rest of them remain unrevealed. The scenario of […]
- [Workshop on Business & Human Rights for Journalist and HR Defenders](https://praan.org.bd/demonews4/): With the aim to create an alliance between the media, civil society actors to uphold human rights threatened by business interventions through media action and supporting the communities a workshop on ‘Business & Human Rights for Journalist and HR Defenders’ jointly organized by Participatory Research Action Network-PRAN and ActionAid Bangladesh on June 22-23, 2019, BRAC CDM, Savar, Dhaka. Speakers said the development of our country is measured by statistics like GDP and GNP. Life and livelihoods of the common peoples is being suppressed by several development projects. The negative impact of such reckless and imprudent projects are effecting socio-environment, climate […]
- [Nutrition Camp in Noakhali : "Think about Nutrition, if you think about Food"](https://praan.org.bd/demonews3/): On the eve of National Nutrition Week 2019 Participatory Research Action Network- PRAN organized a Nutrition camp with the theme “Think about Nutrition, if you think about Food”. Although malnutrition and nutritional disorder are very common, many people in Bangladesh do not have knowledge about locally available food to meet their nutritional demand. Many people believe the misconception that nutrition is all about rich foods. The level of education and access to information on nutrition is extremely low. There is an urgent need to increase awareness and disseminate information on tackling malnutrition and undernutrition with locally available foods. With the […]
- [Human Chain-Rally | Demand for punishment of Chairman on incident of torturing teenage schoolgirl at Subarno Char](https://praan.org.bd/demonews2/): A protesting human chain and rally was formed on August 18, 2018 at Noakhali Press Club premises in demand of the trial and punishment of accused UP Chair Mozammel Hossain. This event was organized by different human rights organizations active in Noakhali demanding fair investigation of the incident, abducting and torturing a teenage schoolgirl brutally by the UP Chairman and declared that their movement would continue till proper action is taken against the convicted chairman. The speakers said, the incidents of violation of human rights in Subarnchar upazila are alarmingly increasing day by day and these crimes are being dared […]

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- [All Partner](https://praan.org.bd/partners-2/partner/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] STRATEGIC PARTNERS Centre for Global Change- CGC, Dhaka Karmojibi Nari, Dhaka Citizen Solidarity, Dhaka Equity & Justice Working Group- Equitybd Online Knowledge Centre (OKC), Dhaka Humanitywatch, Khulna Darpon Samaj Unnyon Songstha, Comilla Uttaron, Khulna SAD-Bangladesh, Kishorjong Prantojon Trust, Barisal Jago Nari, Barguna Showdesh, Shatkhira Women Efforts (WE), Jhinaidaha Shangshoptuq, Chittagong ISDE- Bangladesh, Chillagong Global Village, Rangamati HAUS, Sunamgong IDEA, Shylet [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS Poplation Action International (PAI), USA Oxfam International Oxfam Novib Action Aid Bangladesh Relief International Danida (Danish Internat) Center for Policy Analysis (CPA), Srilanka Gandhi Ashram Trust (GAional Development Aid) Campaign for Popular Education […]
- [NETWORK](https://praan.org.bd/partners-2/network/):   Network Status CIVICUS : World Alliance for Citizen Participation Member www.civicus.org Shushashoner Jonno Pracharavhijan (SUPRO) District Secretary www.supro.org South Asian Network for Development and Environmental Economic-SANDEE Member  www.sandeeonline.org Bangladesh Telecentre Network- BTN Member, www.mission2011.net.bd Equity and Justice Working Group (Equitybd) Member, www.equitybd.org Campaign for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods-CSRL Member, www.csrlbd.org Democratic Budget Movement (DBM) Member, http://www.democraticbudget.org/ Peoples forum on MDGs Member, www.campebd.org NGO Forum on ADB Member, www.forum-adb.org Climate Action Network, South Asia (CANSA) Member, www.cansouthasia.net International Child Rights Information Network (CRIN) Member, www.crin.org Democratic Budget Movement (DBM) Noakhali Secretariat, www.democraticbudget.org International Food Security Network (IFSN) Member, www.ifsn.info Bangladesh Civil […]
- [Donor](https://praan.org.bd/partners-2/donor/)
- [Partners](https://praan.org.bd/partners-2/): Our Partnership our all Partners Donors Network Partners Strategic Partners
- [Campaign](https://praan.org.bd/campaign/)
- [Stakeholder](https://praan.org.bd/program/stakeholders/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are a rights-based organization working with diverse stakeholders; Primary stakeholders are small and marginalize smallholders, vulnerable communities, young peoples, women, policy makers and civil society groups. Secondary stakeholders are Local elected bodies (LEBs), Upazila and District level Administrators, NGOs, Farmers movement, IFIs, and Media.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Program Participants](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-participants/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Small and Marginal farmers Poor and marginal occupational groups like landless peoples, fisher folks Youth and Women Climate affected community peoples Civil society members, Media and rights activists Children at high-risk job and vulnerable situation Children getting no quality education Adolescent girls and young women at the vulnerable situation in terms of trafficking and violence Socially excluded people like sex workers, Dalit etc. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Integrated Knowledge Management](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/integrated-knowledge-management/)
- [Economic & Ecological Justice](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/economic-ecological-justice/)
- [Rights & Social Justice](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/rights-social-justice/)
- [Responsive Governance](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/responsive-governance/)
- [Sustainable Livelihoods](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/sustainable-livelihoods/)
- [Program Approach](https://praan.org.bd/program/program-approach/)
- [Program](https://praan.org.bd/program/)
- [Contact](https://praan.org.bd/contact-us/): Hello! Participatory Research & Action Network- PRAAN CONTACT PERSON : Nurul Alam MasudChief ExecutiveEmail : nurulalam.masud@pm.me Email : praanbd.org@gmail.com Address : House 187, Road # 10 New Housing Estate, Maijdee, Noakhali-3800 Bangladesh. Find Us On : Facebook Youtube Twitter
- [Executive Board](https://praan.org.bd/about/executiveboard/): Executive Board 2025-2026 The Team
- [Financial Information](https://praan.org.bd/about/pran-governance/financial-information/): Annual & Audit Reports our all reports Annual Reports Audit Reports
- [Internal Policy](https://praan.org.bd/about/pran-governance/internal-policy/)
- [Right to Know Policy](https://praan.org.bd/about/pran-governance/right-to-know-policy/)
- [The Team](https://praan.org.bd/about/pran-governance/theteam/)
- [PRAN Governance](https://praan.org.bd/about/pran-governance/)
- [Legal Status](https://praan.org.bd/about/legal-status/): Legal Status our legacy
- [Mission and Vision Statement](https://praan.org.bd/about/missionstatement/): MISSION Will work to fight poverty through participatory action research activities followed by social actions to eradicate poverty, lack of knowledge, and Injustice. VISION PRAAN Envisions a poverty-free pluralist society based on knowledge and technology where everyone’s basic needs, rights and information are ensured.
- [Contact](https://praan.org.bd/contact/)
- [HOME](https://praan.org.bd/): What We Do Instituitonal Feature Title Siverra lectus mauris ultrices eros in. Eget egestas purus viverra accumsan in nisl nulla nisi scelerisque euvestibulum sed risus ultricies. educational Benefit Heading Siverra lectus mauris ultrices eros in. Eget egestas purus viverra accumsan in nisl nulla nisi scelerisque euvestibulum sed risus ultricies. Professional Feature Benefit Siverra lectus mauris ultrices eros in. Eget egestas purus viverra accumsan in nisl nulla nisi scelerisque euvestibulum sed risus ultricies. Latest News & Updates View all >> Publications View all >> Videos & Documentary View all >> Ongoing Campaign View all >> Upcoming Events View all >> Notice […]
- [About Us](https://praan.org.bd/about/): Find Us On Facebook-f Twitter Linkedin About Us Our Story BACKGROUND Traditional poverty analyses based their judgment on income and economic indicators. A human rights analysis reveals additional concerns of the poor themselves, including the phenomena of powerlessness and social exclusion. A more thorough analysis yields better responses and better results. Development is people-centered, participatory, and environmentally sound. It involves not just economic growth, but equitable distribution, enhancement of people’s capabilities, and widening of their choice. In this regard, Bangladesh is facing a lack of shared communication with the grassroots people to achieve a pluralistic, self-governed rational society. Consequently, it […]


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