Research & Library

Action and Light Marks World Climate Day 2025 with Launch of Groundbreaking Book on Water Commodification in the Barind Tracts

Climate Action, Research & Library

Published: 5 June 2025 | Occasion: World Climate DayTitle: Commodification and Marketization of Water: The Exploration of the Unheard Cries in the Barind Tracts of BangladeshAuthors: Dr. Sazzadul Bari, Muhammad Mahmudur Rahman, and James SorenPublisher: Action and Light, Joypurhat, Bangladesh On the occasion of World Climate Day 2025, Action and Light, a non-governmental, research-based volunteer […]

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Homage to Jahangir Alam Shah: A Visionary Patron of Agricultural Heritage and Knowledge Sharing

Research & Library

Rajshahi, June 1, 2025 — Action and Light expresses heartfelt gratitude and pays deep homage to Jahangir Alam Shah, the esteemed founder of the Shah Agricultural Museum and Library, for his invaluable cooperation and active patronage in supporting the research and publication efforts of our organization. His unwavering support to our research team during the

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Action and Light Unveils “Agricultural Museum of Briand Tract” Study Highlighting Knowledge Exchange Between Local Communities and Shah Agricultural Museum

Climate Action, Research & Library

Launch of Research-Based Book by Action and Light on Agricultural Knowledge Exchange Organization: Action and LightLocation: Joypurhat, BangladeshPublication Title: Agricultural Museum of Briand Tract: Analysis of Exchanging of Knowledge Among Local Community and Shah Agricultural Museum and LibraryAuthors: Dr. Sazzadul Bari, Jemse Soran, Moutushy ShomeISBN: 978-984-36-0682-2Publication Date: November 2024 📚 Overview In November 2024, Action

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Library of Action and Light Donates Key Historical and Analytical Books to Joypurhat Public Library

Research & Library

Joypurhat, November 26, 2024 – The Library of Action and Light has enriched the collection of the Government District Public Library of Joypurhat by presenting two significant books focusing on militancy and local history. The handover ceremony took place at the library premises, where Dr. Sazzadul Bari, Chairman of Action and Light, personally delivered the

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Weaving the Militancy: Dr. Sazzadul Bari’s New Book Explores Religious Extremism in Bangladesh

Peace Building, Research & Library

Dr. Sazzadul Bari, Chairman of Action and Light, has published his latest thesis book, Threads of Extremism: Unraveling the Theocratic Tapestry in Bangladesh, on September 18, 2024. The book, released by Lambert Publication, delves deep into the intricate dynamics of religious extremism in Bangladesh and its far-reaching socio-political impacts. In this comprehensive work, Dr. Bari

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Unveiling the Political Economy of Water Commodification: A Case Study of Marketization in North west Bangladesh

Climate Action, Research & Library

Sazzadul Bari, MuhammadMahmudur Rahman & JamesSoren (2024). Unveiling thePolitical Economy of WaterCommodification: A Case Studyof Marketization in NorthwestBangladesh, Journal of South Asian ResearchVol. 2, No. 1, 2024, pp. 87-102e-ISSN: 2583-7273 © ARF India. All Right ReservedURL: www.arfjournals.comhttps://DOI:10.47509/JSAR.2024.v02i01.05

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Action and Light Recognized by Youth Development Fund for Empowering Qumi Madrasah Youth with Computer Training Program in Joypurhat : Ceremony Held at DC Office with Deputy Commissioner as Chief Guest

Events & Notice, Peace Building, Research & Library

Introduction The Youth Development Fund of the Youth Development Department of Bangladesh has recognized Action and Light for their exceptional contribution in operating a computer training program for the youth of Qumi Madrasah in Joypurhat. A check-giving ceremony was held today at the premises of the Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) office in Joypurhat. Ceremony Details Date:

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Call for Papers

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The Journal of Action and Light (JAL) Special Issue on Traditional religious practice and Religious harmony About the Journal: The Journal of Action and Light (JAL) is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal published annually by Action and Light, a research-based development organization in Bangladesh. Though multidisciplinary in scope, every volume of JAL focuses on specific topics.

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Action and Light Continues Village Adda in Joypurhat to Combat Gender Violence

Events & Notice, Research & Library

Joypurhat, Bangladesh — Nestled in the serene landscape of Joypurhat, a district known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant community life, an innovative initiative is making waves. Action and Light, a local NGO dedicated to promoting social justice and community development, has been spearheading a unique series of village addas aimed at preventing gender

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Enhancing the Effectiveness of English Teaching at Qawmi Madrasas in Bangladesh

Events & Notice, Peace Building, Research & Library

Organized by: TESOL Society of Bangladesh. In Collaboration with: Institute of English and Other Languages, University of Rajshahi, and Action and Light. Event Details: Overview: With the collaboration of Action and Light and Institute of English and Other Language of University of Rajshahi, The TESOL Society of Bangladesh successfully conducted a training program aimed at

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