To unite, empower, and advance communications professionals in Bangladesh — strengthening their capacity to create credible, human-centred, and evidence-based narratives that drive meaningful development outcomes.
Origins
A Professional Home for Development Communicators
The Bangladesh Communications Professionals Society (BCPS) was born from a shared recognition: communications is not merely a support function in development work — it is a strategic discipline that shapes narratives, influences policy, and drives social change.
A group of seasoned practitioners, academics, and development communicators came together with a simple but ambitious goal — to create a professional home for those who dedicate their careers to telling Bangladesh's development story with integrity, clarity, and impact.
Despite the growing importance of strategic communications in the NGO and development sectors, practitioners often worked in isolation — without formal networks, professional standards, or platforms for collective advocacy. BCPS was established to connect practitioners, elevate professional practice, and strengthen the credibility of development communications nationwide.
From our inaugural gathering of founding members to the launch of capacity building programmes and the Resources Pool, BCPS has grown into a credible institution recognized by partners across the development landscape.
Founded 2020
Professional Society
Development Sector
Foundation
Who We Are — Mission, Vision & Values
The principles that guide everything we do at BCPS — from programmes and governance to how we engage members and partners.
A Bangladesh where communications is recognized as a strategic profession — practiced with integrity, supported by evidence, and valued as essential to sustainable development and social progress.
Integrity & Transparency
We practice and promote honest, accountable communications in all our work and relationships.
Empowerment
We invest in the growth and confidence of communications professionals at every career stage.
Innovation
We embrace new approaches, tools, and research to advance the communications profession.
Inclusivity
We welcome diverse voices, perspectives, and backgrounds into our professional community.
Leadership
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is elected by BCPS members to steward the society's mission, oversee programmes, and represent communications professionals in national development discourse.
Dr. Rahima Sultana
20+ years in development communications. Former communications director at a leading international NGO, with expertise in strategic narrative design and stakeholder engagement.
Tanvir Hasan
Strategic communications consultant specializing in campaign design, coalition building, and multi-stakeholder engagement for development organisations.
Nusrat Jahan
Finance and operations professional with expertise in nonprofit governance, grant management, and programme accountability.
Imran Chowdhury
Leads capacity building initiatives and workshop design, with a focus on evidence-based communication frameworks and facilitator development.
Farhana Akter
Oversees member engagement, onboarding, and the BCPS Resources Pool coordination — connecting practitioners with opportunities for collaboration.
Kamal Hossain
Media relations specialist and advocate for communications professionalism in public discourse, bridging NGO communications and mainstream media.
Advisors
Advisory Board
Distinguished experts who provide strategic guidance and institutional credibility to BCPS programmes and governance.
Academia
Senior Advisor
Prof. Anwar Hossain
Senior Advisor — Academia
Professor of Mass Communication at the University of Dhaka. Advises BCPS on academic partnerships, curriculum alignment, and research ethics.
Development
Senior Advisor
Ms. Shabnam Rahman
Senior Advisor — Development Sector
Former Country Director at an international development agency. Guides BCPS on policy engagement, donor relations, and programme design.
Media
Senior Advisor
Mr. Delwar Hossain
Senior Advisor — Media
Veteran journalist and media trainer with four decades of experience. Advises BCPS on media relations and professional standards for public-facing communications.
Research
Senior Advisor
Dr. Meherun Nessa
Senior Advisor — Research
Research director specializing in communication for social change. Supports BCPS research initiatives, evidence standards, and academic partnerships.