National platform for Commonwealth Scholars & Fellows
Connecting global knowledge, leadership & excellence in Bangladesh.
BACSAF brings together distinguished Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows to advance education, research, policy dialogue, and international collaboration u2014 fostering impact for Bangladesh and beyond.
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About BACSAF
A national association of Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows u2014 focused on research excellence, leadership, and global collaboration to support Bangladeshu2019s development.
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Who we are
BACSAF serves as a collaborative platform for scholars and fellows to exchange ideas, promote evidence-based policy, develop capacity, and build international partnerships. We support knowledge dissemination through events, publications, and community initiatives.
Vision
A connected scholar community driving excellence and impact.
Mission
Strengthen research, leadership and global engagement.
Values
Integrity, inclusion, service, and knowledge sharing.
What we do
- Policy dialogues and research dissemination
- Academic workshops, seminars, and conferences
- Mentorship, networking, and capacity building
- Publications, briefs, and knowledge resources
- International collaboration & partnerships
Leadership & Governance
A dedicated leadership team guiding BACSAF with accountability, transparency, and commitment to excellence.
President
Professor Dr Borhan Uddin Khan
General Secretary
Professor Dr M Jahangir Alam Chowdhury
Treasurer
Syed M Istiak
Programmes & Activities
We build platforms for learning, collaboration, and action u2014 enabling scholars to contribute to national and global priorities.
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Research & Policy Dialogue
Evidence-based discussions and policy briefs addressing national priorities and development goals.
Conferences & Seminars
Academic events featuring scholars, policymakers and partners across disciplines.
Capacity Building & Mentorship
Mentoring early-career researchers and supporting skill development through workshops.
International Collaboration
Partnerships with universities, donors and networks to foster global knowledge exchange.
Publications & Knowledge Resources
Journals, newsletters, policy notes and a growing resource library for members.
Community Engagement
Member networking, special interest groups, and outreach initiatives.
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Moments from conferences, seminars, delegations and community initiatives u2014 celebrating shared learning and collaboration.
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Be part of a trusted community of scholars and fellows. Contribute to research excellence, leadership, and meaningful impact for Bangladesh.
Contact
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Secretariat
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Secretariat details
Professor Dr M Jahangir Alam Chowdhury
General Secretary
Treasurer, University of Dhaka
Dhaka u2013 1000, Bangladesh
E-mail: mjac@du.ac.bd, mjachowdhury@yahoo.com
Cell: (+88) 01979 256 715