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Democracy Thrives when Discrimination is Eliminated: Reviving the Anti-Discrimination Act (Draft) 2022
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Democracy Thrives when Discrimination is Eliminated: Reviving the Anti-Discrimination Act (Draft) 2022

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Democracy Thrives when Discrimination is Eliminated: Reviving the Anti-Discrimination Act (Draft) 2022

Recent Publications2025-12-26T20:59:46+06:00November 10th, 2025|

the dialogue reaffirmed that the Anti-Discrimination Act 2025 represents a critical opportunity to strengthen Bangladesh’s legal and institutional commitment to equality. Participants agreed that meaningful progress will depend not only on the enactment of the law, but also on its enforceability, institutional readiness, and sustained engagement from civil society, political actors, and citizens alike.

Voices from the Margins: Rethinking Urban Policy for Dhaka’s Floating Population
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Voices from the Margins: Rethinking Urban Policy for Dhaka’s Floating Population

Consultation, Event, Meeting

Voices from the Margins: Rethinking Urban Policy for Dhaka’s Floating Population

Recent Publications2025-12-26T20:12:06+06:00October 26th, 2025|

A CPD–Citizen’s Platform dialogue highlights exclusion, service gaps, and policy blind spots facing Dhaka’s urban floating population living in extreme poverty.

নিরপেক্ষতা, দুর্নীতিমুক্ত প্রশাসন ও জবাবদিহিতার প্রত্যাশা: সিলেটে নাগরিক ইশতেহার বিষয়ে প্রথম আঞ্চলিক পরামর্শ সভা
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নিরপেক্ষতা, দুর্নীতিমুক্ত প্রশাসন ও জবাবদিহিতার প্রত্যাশা: সিলেটে নাগরিক ইশতেহার বিষয়ে প্রথম আঞ্চলিক পরামর্শ সভা

Citizens Manifesto 2025, Dialogue, Event

নিরপেক্ষতা, দুর্নীতিমুক্ত প্রশাসন ও জবাবদিহিতার প্রত্যাশা: সিলেটে নাগরিক ইশতেহার বিষয়ে প্রথম আঞ্চলিক পরামর্শ সভা

Recent Publications2025-10-25T14:18:53+06:00October 25th, 2025|

এসডিজি বাস্তবায়নে নাগরিক প্ল্যাটফর্ম, বাংলাদেশ, “বাংলাদেশ রিফর্ম ওয়াচ” উদ্যোগের অংশ হিসেবে ‘নাগরিক ইশতেহার’ প্রস্তুতের কাজ শুরু করেছে। এই ইশতেহারে স্থানীয় অংশীজনদের মতামত ও সুপারিশ অন্তর্ভুক্ত করতে দেশের আটটি অঞ্চলে আয়োজন করা হবে আঞ্চলিক পরামর্শ সভা। একই সাথে তরুণ প্রজন্মের মতামত তুলে ধরতে কর্মশালার আয়োজন করা হবে সারাদেশব্যাপী মোট ১৭টি সরকারি ও বেসরকারি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষার্থীদের সাথে।

The Draft NHRC Ordinance 2025: Can It Truly Protect the Human Rights in Bangladesh?
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The Draft NHRC Ordinance 2025: Can It Truly Protect the Human Rights in Bangladesh?

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The Draft NHRC Ordinance 2025: Can It Truly Protect the Human Rights in Bangladesh?

Recent Publications2025-10-05T09:55:30+06:00October 5th, 2025|

On September 27, 2025, the Citizens’ Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, organised a Multi-Stakeholder Discussion on the Draft National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Ordinance 2025. The event is about a citizen-driven initiative to solicit and consolidate a set of diverse stakeholder perspectives, with particular attention to CSO inputs, on the draft Ordinance.

Enhancing Policy Visibility for Marginalised Haor Communities: CPD and Citizen’s Platform Hold Consultation on the Realities of Extreme Poverty in Sunamganj
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Enhancing Policy Visibility for Marginalised Haor Communities: CPD and Citizen’s Platform Hold Consultation on the Realities of Extreme Poverty in Sunamganj

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Enhancing Policy Visibility for Marginalised Haor Communities: CPD and Citizen’s Platform Hold Consultation on the Realities of Extreme Poverty in Sunamganj

Recent Publications2025-10-26T01:07:05+06:00October 2nd, 2025|

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) and the Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, jointly organised a multi-stakeholder consultation in Sunamganj on 29 September 2025 to discuss the socio-economic challenges of low-income earners in the climate-vulnerable Haor region. Participants highlighted barriers to resource access, limited social protection for women, and the growing impacts of climate change on livelihoods and human development.

Understanding the Realities of Tea Garden Workers: CPD–Citizen’s Platform Consultation Sheds Light on Barriers to Education, Health, and Social Protection
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Understanding the Realities of Tea Garden Workers: CPD–Citizen’s Platform Consultation Sheds Light on Barriers to Education, Health, and Social Protection

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Understanding the Realities of Tea Garden Workers: CPD–Citizen’s Platform Consultation Sheds Light on Barriers to Education, Health, and Social Protection

Recent Publications2025-10-26T00:37:07+06:00October 1st, 2025|

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) and the Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, jointly organised a stakeholder consultation in Sreemangal on 28 September 2025 to discuss the socio-economic realities of tea garden workers. The discussion highlighted persistent barriers in education, healthcare, and social protection, underscoring the need for inclusive policies to ensure dignity, access, and improved living standards for this marginalised workforce.

Voices from the Field: Women Farmers in Satkhira Share Challenges and Solutions to Extreme Poverty
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Voices from the Field: Women Farmers in Satkhira Share Challenges and Solutions to Extreme Poverty

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Voices from the Field: Women Farmers in Satkhira Share Challenges and Solutions to Extreme Poverty

Recent Publications2025-10-25T21:49:49+06:00September 11th, 2025|

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), in collaboration with the Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, organised a consultation in Satkhira to highlight the contributions and challenges of women farmers. The discussion focused on recognising their work, improving access to services and credit, and ensuring that women farmers can play an equal role in shaping Bangladesh’s agricultural future.

Unveiling Systemic Injustice: Dalit Sanitation Workers’ Struggles Highlighted in CPD-Citizen’s Platform Consultation in Khulna
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Unveiling Systemic Injustice: Dalit Sanitation Workers’ Struggles Highlighted in CPD-Citizen’s Platform Consultation in Khulna

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Unveiling Systemic Injustice: Dalit Sanitation Workers’ Struggles Highlighted in CPD-Citizen’s Platform Consultation in Khulna

Recent Publications2025-10-25T21:36:54+06:00September 10th, 2025|

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) is carrying out a research initiative titled “Reaching the Furthest Behind the First: A Human Rights-based Approach to Confront Extreme Poverty in Bangladesh.” The study focuses on five vulnerable occupational groups who, despite being employed, continue to live below the poverty line. Among these groups, Dalit sanitation workers have been identified as one of the most marginalised communities.

Introducing Bangladesh Reform Watch: A Citizen’s Initiative for a Country in Transition
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Introducing Bangladesh Reform Watch: A Citizen’s Initiative for a Country in Transition

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Introducing Bangladesh Reform Watch: A Citizen’s Initiative for a Country in Transition

Recent Publications2025-09-02T17:27:52+06:00September 2nd, 2025|

In the aftermath of the July–August uprising, citizens carried strong expectations for reforms across multiple fronts. These reforms were envisioned as critical steps toward advancing socio-economic development, strengthening political institutions, and upholding human rights.

National Budget 2025-26: What is There for the Left-behinds?
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National Budget 2025-26: What is There for the Left-behinds?

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National Budget 2025-26: What is There for the Left-behinds?

Recent Publications2025-06-24T18:06:01+06:00June 20th, 2025|

Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, organised a multistakeholder dialogue titled “National Budget 2025–26: What is There for the Left-behinds?” on 18 June 2025 to critically examine the newly proposed national budget and its implications for marginalised communities and the broader economy.