A just, peaceful and sustainable society — together.
Action and Light is a Bangladeshi nonprofit empowering marginalized communities through research-based, climate-friendly and conflict-free initiatives.
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Local knowledge. Shared dignity. Lasting change.
Founded as Subuj Unnayan Sangstha and known as Action and Light since 2022, we work at the intersection of social research, human rights, community resilience, food security, and environmental sustainability.
Four ways we move change forward
We connect knowledge with action so communities can shape safer, fairer, and more sustainable futures.
Research
Generating evidence for community development and public policy.
Rights
Defending dignity, equality, and access to services for all.
Resilience
Strengthening communities against social, economic, and environmental shocks.
Sustainability
Protecting climate, natural resources, and cultural heritage.
Practical programmes rooted in community
Gynti Gola Food Bank
Supporting food security and solidarity for marginalized households.
Youth Skills Development
Spoken language, computer, and AI learning for young people.
Climate Action in the Barind
Indigenous seeds, resilient agriculture, river conservation, and biodiversity protection.
Heritage Preservation
Documenting the spiritual, cultural, and folk heritage of northern Bangladesh.
Human Rights Defence
Promoting justice, equality, dignity, and access to public services.
Library & Research
Operating a public library and documentation centre for knowledge sharing.
Action that reaches beyond a single project
People who guide the work
Dr. Sazzadul Bari
Chairman
Mst. Murtaza Akter Banu
Vice-Chairman
James Soren
General Secretary
Shariul Hasan
Treasurer
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We welcome partnership with donors, government bodies, organizations, and individuals who share our commitment to a just, peaceful, and sustainable society.
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