People-Centric Reform for Good Governance: Aspirations of Disadvantaged Communities
Bangladesh is at a critical juncture where strengthening democratic governance and accountability has become essential to address long-standing issues of institutional effectiveness and inclusivity. Recent governance challenges have highlighted the need for comprehensive reform, particularly in ensuring that the voices of marginalised communities, including women and LNOB (Leave No One Behind) groups, are represented at all levels of governance. There is an urgent demand for institutional change to empower citizens and create a people-centric governance model that promotes transparency, accountability, and inclusivity.
Citizen’s Conference 2024 titled “People-centric Reform for Good Governance: Aspirations of Disadvantaged Communities” is an initiative undertaken by Citizen’s Platform, with support from UNDP Bangladesh and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation aims to foster dialogue on institutional change and political empowerment. The conference is focused on the theme Citizens’ Participation, Essential for Reforms, will bring together policymakers, experts and civil society representatives to explore ways and means to strengthen the agency of LNOBs from local to the national policymaking process.
Join us as we convene a critical hearing to gather perspectives and voices of the citizens, especially those of LNOB communities. Together, we can take a vital step toward rethinking the governance ecosystem that supports citizen empowerment, accountability, and the resilience of Bangladesh’s governance structures in achieving sustainable, inclusive, and corruption-free development.
Dates: 8 and 9 December 2024
Day 1: Sunday, 8 December 2024, from 10 am to 4.45 pm
- Inaugural Session (10 am – 11 am)
- Session 1: Ensuring citizen’s participation, and agency in local government functions (11.15 am – 12.45 pm)
- Session 2: Establishing a citizen-led oversight and accountability process to improve public service deliveries (1.45 pm – 3.15 pm)
- Session 3: Strengthening the voice, participation, and agency of women and LNOB groups in the national policymaking process (3.30 pm – 4.45 pm)
Day 2: Consolidation Session (Monday, 9 December 2024, from 10 am to 1 pm)
To see the brief programme schedule, you may click here.
To inaugurate, Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed, Hon’ble Chief Justice of Bangladesh has kindly agreed to grace the event with his presence.
Guidelines for Participation
- Complete all the required fields marked with an asterisk (*) in the form below.
- You will receive a ticket for participation. All information related to your participation and the conference will be communicated via the email/mobile number provided on the form.
- Participants are requested to bring their tickets for both dates (8 and 9 December 2024) to the conference venue. You may also carry the online version of the ticket on your mobile device.
- Meals and conference materials will be provided by the organisers at the registration booth of the venue.
Important Note
- The Citizen’s Platform will not provide any certificate or travel expenses for attending the conference.
- Any unethical or violent behavior during the conference is strictly prohibited. If your behavior is deemed inappropriate or unsatisfactory, the authorities reserve the right to cancel your participation at any stage.
For any queries, you may contact Mr Rifat Bin Aowlad, Dialogue Associate, Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), (+8801676393977 | rifat@cpd.org.bd) and/ or Mr Uday Jaman, Programme Associate, CPD (+8801849387868 | uday@cpd.org.bd)