Advancing Research for a Healthier, More Equitable Bangladesh
NextStep Social & Public Health Research Society is a registered non-government, non-profit organisation founded by Md. Monirul Islam. We are dedicated to advancing social welfare, public health, and developmental research throughout Bangladesh.
Our work spans education, healthcare, environment, gender justice, and community development — generating evidence-based insights that inform policy and drive positive change.
Key Research Focus Areas
We conduct systematic research across interconnected domains to advance evidence-based policy and practice throughout Bangladesh.
Public Health & Healthcare
Researching healthcare access, disease prevalence, blood safety, and safe drinking water to improve health outcomes in underserved communities.
Learn more →Education & Social Development
Investigating learning outcomes, access barriers, child welfare, and systemic inequities to advance educational equity and opportunity for all.
Learn more →Environment & Climate
Studying climate change impacts, air and water quality, agricultural productivity, and conservation to advance evidence-based environmental policy.
Learn more →Gender & Social Justice
Investigating gender-based violence, disability inclusion, legal access barriers, and systemic inequity to advocate for evidence-based policy reform.
Learn more →Food Security & Disaster Resilience
Analysing nutrition gaps, food systems, and disaster vulnerability to develop evidence-based frameworks for relief and emergency response planning.
Learn more →Research & Knowledge
Publishing research findings, organising conferences, building partnerships, and maintaining a research database for policymakers and practitioners.
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