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Communication and Research Foundation (CRF)

Tracking Narratives, Promoting Freedom of Expression, Empowering Citizens

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WHAT WE DO

The Communication and Research Foundation (CRF) works at the intersection of media, research, and public engagement to strengthen democratic discourse, promote ethical journalism, and empower citizens in an increasingly complex information environment. At a time when narratives shape realities and misinformation can travel faster than facts, CRF focuses on understanding, improving, and widening the spaces through which information is produced, shared, and consumed.
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Message From The President

Enayet Hossen Jakaria, Chairperson

"Welcome to CR Foundation. We wish to build CR Foundation as a beacon for media integrity in Bangladesh. In an era of information overload, our mission is clear: to ensure that truth prevails, narratives are balanced, and journalism serves the public good."

— Enayet Hossen Jakaria, Chairperson

Our Programs

Media Monitoring & Narrative Research

Media Monitoring & Narrative Research

Media Monitoring & Narrative Research That is one of the core and priority programs of the Communication and Research [...]

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Media Literacy

Media Literacy

Media Literacy That is one of the most vital and evolving programs of the Communication and Research Foundation (CRF). [...]

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Youth & Citizen Journalism

Youth & Citizen Journalism

Youth & Citizen Journalism That is a forward-looking and empowering initiative of the Communication and Research Foundation (CRF), designed [...]

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The Board of Directors

Md. Enayet Hossain

Chairman

A development professional with 20+ years of experience in institution building, organizational development, and charity management across diverse organizations.

Professor Md. Shahabul Haque

Co-Chairman

A veteran political scientist and Professor of Political Studies at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, with affiliations across various organizations.

Nazmul Haque

General Secretary

A veteran journalist and educator with over 20 years of experience in journalism, media, and communication.

Muhammad Zahidul Islam

Treasurer

A veteran journalist and development professional with 20+ years of experience in media and communication across leading national and international organizations.

Dr. Mohammad M Rahman

Member

He holds a PhD from International Islamic University Malaysia, with research interests in macroeconomics, managerial economics, and Bangladesh studies, and currently working as an educator in a private university.

Hosain Md. Sajibur Rahman

Executive Member

A journalist with 15+ years of experience in journalism, media, and communication across leading national and international platforms.

Elias Hossain

Executive Member

A veteran journalist and development professional, currently serving in a senior editorial role at one of Bangladesh’s leading national dailies.

Our Impact

  • Trained young journalists across communities
  • Produced narrative and media analysis reports
  • Promoted ethical, fact-based public discourse
  • Strengthened youth participation in media
  • Hold media accountable in doing responsible journalism and prevent MDM.
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