Unnayan Shamannay is a renowned pro-people research and advocacy organization that has been making significant contributions to the socio-economic development of Bangladesh for the past 25 years. With a focus on pro-poor public expenditure, environment and climate change, sustainable development, financial inclusion, and social innovation, this organization has pioneered research and research-based advocacy in the country. Having collaborated with local and international partners, Unnayan Shamannay is committed to utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research techniques to evaluate development projects, conduct market research, analyze stakeholders, assess impacts, and monitor processes.

The organization's capacity extends beyond research, as it engages in evidence-based advocacy campaigns to effectively communicate research outcomes. Unnayan Shamannay's major achievements include mainstreaming environmental concerns in development thinking, influencing government policies through participatory budget making initiatives, reducing targeting errors in SSNP implementation, contributing to formulation of NSPS, and bringing policy-level changes in regional trade and connectivity. The organization's communication team has extensive experience in conducting sub-national and national level advocacy campaigns.

Located in Dhaka, Unnayan Shamannay can be contacted at the Happy Rahman Plaza. For more information, visit their website or subscribe to their mailing list to stay updated on their work