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Constitution & Governance

The rules, structure, and principles that govern the NextStep Social & Public Health Research Society.

I

Name & Identity

The organisation shall be known as the "NextStep Social & Public Health Research Society" (NSPHRS). It is a non-government, non-profit, non-political, voluntary research and development organisation, registered under The Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Act No. 21 of 1860) of Bangladesh.

II

Registered Office & Area of Operation

The registered head office of the Society is located at 27/16/7, Moulovirtek, West Nandipara, Khilgaon, Dhaka-1219, Bangladesh. The Society may establish branch offices elsewhere as approved by the Executive Committee.

The Society shall conduct its activities throughout all regions of Bangladesh, with the scope to extend its operations internationally subject to obtaining the necessary legal permissions and approvals.

III

Aims & Objectives

The Society is established to conduct evidence-based research across public health, education, environment, gender justice, food security, and social development — and to disseminate findings that inform policy and improve lives.

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IV

Membership

Membership is open to any citizen of Bangladesh aged 18 or above who supports the aims of the Society, subject to approval by the Executive Committee. The Society recognises the following categories of membership:

General Member
Open to all who support the Society's mission.
Research Member
Active researchers and academics.
Life Member
A one-time lifetime commitment.
V

Governance & Executive Committee

The Society is governed by an Executive Committee responsible for its management, policy direction, and financial oversight. The committee comprises the following offices:

President
Vice-President
General Secretary
Treasurer
Joint Secretary
Research Director
Joint Research Director
Advisor
VI

Funds & Financial Management

The funds of the Society shall be raised through membership fees, donations, grants, and lawful contributions from individuals and institutions at home and abroad. All funds shall be deposited in a bank account in the name of the Society and applied solely toward its stated objectives. Annual accounts shall be audited and presented to the General Assembly.

VII

Amendments

Any amendment to this constitution requires the approval of a two-thirds majority of members present at a General Assembly meeting convened for that purpose, in accordance with the provisions of The Societies Registration Act, 1860.

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