People Advancement Power Rural Institute (PAPRI) was established in 2000 with the goal of uplifting rural communities. Originating from Osmanpur Village in Alamdanga Upazila, Chuadanga District, PAPRI has since earned the trust and respect of the local people through its dedicated efforts in community development.
An empowered and inclusive rural society where every person lives with dignity, opportunity, and sustainability.
To improve rural development through education, healthcare, environmental stewardship, women's empowerment, and community-led initiatives that create lasting impact.
People Advancement Power Rural Institute is a non-governmental development organization established in 2000 in Chuadanga, Bangladesh. Since its founding, PAPRI has been devoted to improving the lives of rural communities through people-centered, sustainable development practices.
People Advancement Power Rural Institute is registered under the Voluntary Social Welfare Agencies (Registration and Control) Ordinance, 1961, and the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (amended in 1962) under the Ministry of Social Welfare. These registrations empower the organization to legally operate as a recognized social development institution in Bangladesh.
PAPRI's mission focuses on empowering marginalized populations especially women, youth, and smallholder farmers by enhancing education, livelihoods, health, and environmental resilience. The organization actively works across six core areas: Youth Development and Education, Climate Resilience and Environmental Management, Agriculture and Rural Development, Healthcare and Sanitation, Women Empowerment, and Humanitarian Support and Community Assistance.
With over two decades of experience, PAPRI has earned the trust of communities and stakeholders alike. PAPRI's programs emphasize local participation, skill-building, and sustainability to ensure lasting impacts. Through capacity building initiatives, awareness campaigns, training sessions, and direct community support, PAPRI continues to foster self-reliance and inclusive growth in rural areas.
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Raju Ahmed | Executive Director |
| Advocate Sarowar Jahan | Legal Advisor |
| Serajum Monira | Director, Content & Communication |
| MD. Morshed Khandokar Joy | Director, Research & Development |
| Jannatul Ferdusi Jui | Director, Human Resource Management |
| Dr. Md. Rokonuzzaman | Director, Health & Wellbeing |
| Hamim Ahammed Shovon | Director, Project & Partnerships |
| Farzana Rahman Omi | Director, Gender & Child Rights |
| Syed Muhtasim Mubin | Director, Youth Development |
| Nafizur Rahman | Director, Finance & Accounts |
| Ayatullah Al-saba | Media & Outreach Specialist |
| Rabby Hossen | IT Support Specialist |
| Tohedur Rahman | Regional Co-ordinator, Dhaka |
| Nishat Tasnim | Regional Co-ordinator, Chittagong & Barishal |
| Md. Saiful Islam Badhon | Regional Co-ordinator, Rajshahi & Khulna |
| Habibur Rahman Hasan | Regional Co-ordinator, Sylhet |
Executive Director, PAPRI
Raju Ahmed serves as the Executive Director of the People Advancement Power Rural Institute (PAPRI). He completed both his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from Rajshahi University and brings over 10 years of experience in the NGO and development sector. Since joining PAPRI in 2017, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to community development and social change.
Mr. Ahmed has participated in international leadership trainings in Malaysia (2023) and Sri Lanka (2024). His dedication has earned him recognition on the Asia 100 Talented Youth List, along with prestigious honors including the Global Youth Leadership Award (2023), Asia Young Talent Award (2022), and the National Volunteer Award (2024).
Under his visionary leadership, PAPRI continues to expand its impact and work towards building an inclusive, empowered, and sustainable rural society.
During emergencies, we provide vital support including food, shelter, clean water, and essential medical care. Our response also includes distributing non-food items such as blankets, ensuring protection for vulnerable groups, and coordinating efforts for efficient aid delivery. Our goal is to save lives, alleviate suffering, and restore dignity in times of crisis.
People Advancement Power Rural Institute (PAPRI) is committed to promoting knowledge-based development through comprehensive research and innovation. The organization conducts independent and collaborative research initiatives focusing on rural development, education, health, environment, and community empowerment.
Our team actively engages in both qualitative and quantitative research, including needs assessments, impact evaluations, and case studies. PAPRI also collaborates with academic institutions, development partners, and government agencies to jointly implement field research, ensuring practical relevance and community participation.
Stay informed about our programs, community initiatives, and key milestones through our official publications.
Our Portfolio (PDF)This project aims to commemorate the birth of every newborn with a tree planting, fostering environmental conservation for future generations. By celebrating new life with new greenery, we're building a sustainable future. So far, over 500 newborns and their families have participated, leading to the planting of an equal number of trees across various communities, improving local ecosystems and air quality.
By encouraging the cultivation of nutritious vegetables and fruits at the household level, this project works to improve food security and nutritional standards for rural communities. It empowers families to grow their own food, reducing dependency and promoting healthier diets. To date, more than 100 households, benefiting approximately 4,000 individuals, have established their own successful nutrition gardens, enhancing their daily dietary intake. We provide them 5 fruit trees of different varieties.
This project is committed to improving women's health in rural areas by raising awareness about cervical and breast cancer, providing early screening, and educating women on prevention strategies. It aims to save lives through timely detection and knowledge dissemination. We've reached over 5,000 women through awareness campaigns and provided screening services to more than 500 individuals, significantly contributing to early detection rates.
By educating children about the concepts of good touch and bad touch, this project ensures their personal safety and helps protect them from sexual abuse. It empowers children with knowledge to recognize and report inappropriate behavior. We've conducted workshops for over 3,000 children and their 1,500 parents/guardians, fostering a safer environment and greater awareness about child protection within communities.
This project raises awareness about the harms of child marriage and works to stop child marriage in rural areas through education, empowerment, and legal aid. It strives to secure a better future for young girls, allowing them to pursue their dreams. Our interventions have directly prevented over 200 child marriages and educated more than 4,000 community members on the negative impacts, empowering girls and their families.
Through sports, this project encourages positive change in rural society by developing leadership, teamwork, discipline, and social values among youth. It uses the power of play to build character and community cohesion. Over 1,200 young people have actively participated in our sports programs, showing improved social skills, increased confidence, and a reduced risk of engaging in harmful activities.
PAPRI Youth Change-makers is an initiative by the People Advancement Power Rural Institute (PAPRI). PAPRI's overarching vision is to enable socio-economic development, capacity building, empowerment, and respect for target communities, particularly in rural areas. They aim for these communities to become self-reliant development partners, fostering peace and harmony.
Strengthening the skills and knowledge of young people in various areas relevant to rural development (e.g., leadership, entrepreneurship, advocacy, health, education, environmental awareness).
Providing opportunities and resources for youth to take active roles in addressing community challenges and improving their own lives and the lives of those around them.
Mobilizing young people to participate in local development initiatives, raise awareness on social issues (like child marriage, acid violence, child labor), and advocate for their rights.
Equipping youth with vocational training and support for income-generating activities to improve their economic stability.
Inspiring young people to become agents of positive change, addressing issues prevalent in rural settings such as illiteracy, unemployment, malnutrition, and gender inequality.
Join us in making a difference! We welcome passionate individuals who want to contribute to rural development and social change. As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to work directly with communities and make a lasting impact.
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