About Us - Political Insights BD | Democratic Excellence Through Evidence

Our Purpose

Our Mission

To transform Bangladesh's political landscape by providing evidence-based research, strategic advisory, and capacity-building services that empower democratic institutions, promote transparency, and foster accountable governance—creating pathways for sustainable development aligned with SDG 16.

Our Vision

A Bangladesh where political institutions operate with transparency, efficiency, and integrity—where policy decisions are driven by data rather than rhetoric, and where citizens have genuine participation in shaping their democratic future. We envision a political ecosystem that serves as a regional model for inclusive governance.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide every aspect of our work and define our commitment to democratic excellence

Non-Partisanship

We maintain strict political neutrality, working with all democratic stakeholders to strengthen institutions rather than advance partisan agendas.

Evidence-Based Approach

Every recommendation we make is grounded in rigorous research, empirical data, and international best practices.

Transparency

We practice the transparency we advocate for—openly sharing our methodologies, funding sources, and findings.

Inclusivity

We ensure marginalized voices—women, youth, minorities—are heard and represented in policy-making processes.

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards of professional quality, matching international benchmarks in research and advisory services.

Continuous Learning

We adapt our approaches based on feedback, evaluation results, and evolving democratic needs.

Our Story

From vision to impact—the journey of Political Insights BD

Political Insights BD was founded in response to a critical gap in Bangladesh's political ecosystem: the absence of credible, non-partisan research and advisory services that could bridge the divide between democratic aspirations and institutional reality.

After observing decades of policy-making driven more by political expediency than empirical evidence, our founding team—comprising political scientists, governance experts, and development professionals—recognized the urgent need for an organization that could provide objective analysis and practical solutions to Bangladesh's governance challenges.

Our founding principle: "Democratic institutions don't fail because of bad intentions—they fail because of outdated systems, insufficient capacity, and the absence of evidence-based decision-making frameworks."

Since our establishment, we have worked with political parties across the spectrum, civil society organizations, international development partners, and government agencies to introduce modern governance practices, strengthen institutional capacity, and promote data-driven policy-making.

Today, Political Insights BD stands as Bangladesh's leading independent think tank specializing in political reform and institutional modernization, with a track record of successful projects that have measurably improved democratic processes and governance outcomes.

Our work is guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and we maintain partnerships with international organizations including UNDP, USAID, and various EU agencies committed to democratic development.

Our Impact

Measurable contributions to Bangladesh's democratic development

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Research Projects

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Policy Research Proposals

Our Leadership Team

A multidisciplinary team of experts committed to democratic excellence, combining deep local knowledge with international expertise in governance, policy research, and institutional development.

Ahmad Rafi

Political Consultant & IT Specialist

Combining deep political expertise with advanced technical capabilities to modernize democratic institutions through innovative digital solutions and strategic advisory.

Kazi Naeema

Director of Policy and Research

Leading evidence-based policy development and research initiatives, specializing in transforming complex political challenges into actionable, data-driven solutions.

MH Emon

Head of Capacity Building

Expert in leadership development and institutional capacity strengthening, dedicated to cultivating the next generation of ethical and effective political leaders.

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Let's work together to build stronger democratic institutions and create lasting positive change in Bangladesh's political landscape.