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NGO Watch
Source: BDPolicyLab Watch record and cited public sourcesAs of 2026-07-05
The institute is prioritizing research into homegrown, community-rooted solutions and new funding ecosystems to navigate Bangladesh's development landscape amidst global uncertainty and shrinking aid.
BIGD and Oxford Policy Management hosted a dialogue on integrating early childhood development and social protection into national poverty strategies.
BIGD and UN Women Bangladesh launched a study on barriers and opportunities for women's political participation.
Executive Director Dr. Imran Matin spoke on disability-inclusive programs for poverty reduction and education access.
BIGD and LSHTM co-hosted a dissemination event on inclusive education and livelihood interventions.
BIGD held its 13th anniversary conference focusing on local resources and solutions amid global uncertainty.
Research/academic institute under BRAC University, formed in June 2013 through the merger of the Institute of Governance Studies (IGS, est. 2007) and the BRAC Development Institute (BDI, est. 2008). Not an MFI; not regulated by MRA/NGO Affairs Bureau. Imran Matin is Executive Director per official site and LinkedIn.
Source: 3 primary source linksAs of 2026-07-05