Global Development and Research Initiative

Our expertise lies in designing and implementing rigorous, large-scale empirical research—especially RCTs, mixed-methods studies, and impact evaluations—across education, gender, health, agriculture, crisis response, and climate adaptation in real-world Bangladeshi settings. We specialize in translating complex research questions into actionable study designs, ensuring methodological rigor while remaining sensitive to local contexts and constraints.

Our team has extensive experience in survey design, instrument development, and high-frequency data collection using both quantitative and qualitative approaches. We are proficient in managing large datasets, applying advanced econometric techniques, and ensuring data quality through robust monitoring and validation systems. From baseline to endline, we maintain strict adherence to ethical standards and research protocols.

We also excel in working closely with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities to co-design interventions and ensure policy relevance. Our work emphasizes generating evidence that is not only academically sound but also practically useful for decision-makers. We have a strong track record in producing policy briefs, academic papers, and dissemination materials tailored to diverse audiences.

In addition, we bring expertise in capacity building, training enumerators and field supervisors, and strengthening local research ecosystems. By combining technical excellence with deep contextual understanding, we aim to contribute meaningful insights that inform policy, improve program effectiveness, and drive sustainable development outcomes in Bangladesh.

Our Team

Administrative

Sukanto Roy

Md. Saiful Islam

Researcher Team

Bangkim Biswas

Ehsun Newaz

Muntasir Mamun

Jenarul Islam

Sadia Rikta Sadia

Dinesh Kumar Sarkar

Uttam Kumar Roy

Tahmina Akter

Waziar Rahman

Probir Kumar Roy

Fatima Khatun

Md. Helal Uddin

Merina Pervin

Jaba Bala

Osman Goni

Monzrul Islam

Kaniz Sumona

Chandra Rani Biswas

Sumi Mukherjee

Hiranmoy Sarkar

Mostakim Hosen

Md. Neem Hosen

Irin Sultana Liza

IT Department

Pranta Mazumder

Communications

Effat Ara Rajani

Subrota Munda

Support Staff

Rozina Begum

Panara Begum

Md. Azizul Islam

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