Our Mission
To strengthen public interest through credible research, open dialogue, women's empowerment and meaningful public engagement.
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People. Dialogue. Public Interest.
Public Forum is a Bangladesh-based platform for research, dialogue and public engagement, working for a more informed, inclusive and accountable society where women and men participate equally.
Who We Are
An independent space for informed public debate
Public Forum is a platform for research, dialogue and public engagement. We work to promote transparency, accountability, women's empowerment and an informed society in Bangladesh with a focus on media, governance, gender equality, civic issues and public interest.
We bring together journalists, researchers, civil society and citizens to generate evidence, open up conversations and turn insight into action.
What Guides Us
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Vision
A more informed, inclusive and accountable Bangladesh where every voice can shape public decisions.
Our Values
Independence, evidence, inclusion, gender equality, transparency and respect for diverse perspectives.
Women Empowerment
Our commitment to women's empowerment
An informed and accountable society is only possible when women can participate fully and equally. Women's empowerment and gender equality run through all of our research, dialogues and public engagement.
- Amplifying women's voices in public debate and the media
- Supporting women journalists and women-led initiatives
- Researching barriers to women's participation and leadership
- Promoting gender-responsive policies and accountability
How We Work
Our Approach
01
Research
We gather evidence through surveys, studies and data analysis on key public issues.
02
Dialogue
We convene roundtables and public forums that bring different stakeholders together.
03
Engagement
We share findings widely so citizens, media and decision-makers can act on them.
04
Accountability
We follow up on issues and advocate for transparent, responsive institutions.
Work with Public Forum
Partner with us, join a dialogue or contribute to our research.