CIRDAP – Enabling Rural Communities

Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)

An Intergovernmental & Autonomous Organization; Established in 1979, Mandated for Promoting & Strengthening Integrated Rural Development Systems for 15 Asia-Pacific Countries; Namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Fiji, India, Indonesia, IR Iran, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand & Vietnam.

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🎓 CIRDAP Fellow Spotlight | Meet the Change Makers of Rural Development

CIRDAP is delighted to feature Md. Taj Nowaj Ul Kabir from Bangladesh, selected for the Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development Management (PGDRDM) 2025–2026 Batch-23 at the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR), India, nominated by CIRDAP, funded by Government of India. This one-year residential programme equips experienced professionals with advanced knowledge in rural development. Currently serving as Assistant Director at Bangladesh Rural Development Board (BRDB), Dhaka, Mr. Kabir brings with him 18 years of experience in rural development, along with academic credentials in Agriculture and a Master’s in Extension Project Development, Gender & Development. His journey exemplifies regional leadership committed to transforming rural futures. CIRDAP wish him grand success in persuit of his mission to serve Rural Communities 

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Fouzia Nasreen Sultana

Field of Interest :
Coastal management and tourism, climate change and sea-level rise, small islands, tsunami-impacted coasts and mangroves.

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Ranjan Kumar Guha

Field of Interest :
Coastal management and tourism, climate change and sea-level rise, small islands, tsunami-impacted coasts and mangroves.

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International training Programme on “Agri Value Chain Financing” in collaboration with Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India

International training Programme on “Agri Value Chain Financing” in collaboration with Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India and Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management, (VAMNICOM) at VAMNICOM, Pune during 23rd – 26th June 2025. The programme design, methodology, contents and terms of deputing the participants for the programme are indicated in the detailed programme format enclosed herewith for your perusal and consideration. The programme topics will be covered by subject matter experts, resource persons with use of suitable teaching techniques and with intensive involvement of participants. In deputing the participants, organization will only bear the expenditure on their travel for participation of the programme. The participants admitted to the programme will be provided hospitality of lodging and boarding sponsored by the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, at VAMNICOM, Pune. CICTAB does not charge any course fees. In view of the contemporary relevance of the subject area of the programme and its significance, you may kindly consider to depute two to four Senior Officers / trainer from your institution for the programme and send his/her details in the proforma enclosed, before 15th June 2025 To View The Nomination Form: Click Here

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Mr Isaac Mainye Mariera

Field of Interest :
Coastal management and tourism, climate change and sea-level rise, small islands, tsunami-impacted coasts and mangroves.

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Online International Training Programme on “Advancements in Agricultural and Food Engineering in India”, at Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur (IIT KGP), West Bengal, India, 01-04 July 2025

African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur (IIT KGP), India, is organizing an Online International Training Programme on ” Advancements in Agricultural and Food Engineering in India “. The training will take place from 01-04 July 2025. This programme aims to provide a platform for cross-regional cooperation, knowledge exchange, and the development of strategies to advance agricultural and food engineering in AARDO member countries. It will focus on enhancing the capacity of stakeholders to implement innovative, sustainable, and technology-driven solutions in agriculture. This four-day online international training programme is designed to foster collaborative learning and practical solutions by bringing together representatives from AARDO member countries, including middle- and senior-level executives from government departments, ministries, agricultural scientists, and engineers involved in precision agriculture. The participants are required to fill in the ONLINE application form through this link only: http://aardo.org/formDD.php before the deadline, 25 June 2025. For more details: Click Here

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Amir Mohammad Nasrullah

Field of Interest :
Coastal management and tourism, climate change and sea-level rise, small islands, tsunami-impacted coasts and mangroves.

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M. Bodruddoza Mia, PhD

Field of Interest :
Coastal management and tourism, climate change and sea-level rise, small islands, tsunami-impacted coasts and mangroves.

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International Online Programme on “AGRI BUSINESS THROUGH COOPERATIVE BUSINESS MODEL”

At Vaikunth Lal Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM), Pune, India, 07-10 July 2025. African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO), in collaboration with the Vaikunth Lal Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM), India, is organizing an Online International Training Programme on “Agribusiness through Cooperative Business Model”. The training will take place from 07-10 July 2025. This programme aims at providing a platform for cross-regional cooperation, knowledge exchange, and at developing practical strategies to promote agribusiness through cooperative models. It will focus on enhancing the capacity of stakeholders to implement sustainable, inclusive, and community-driven agricultural enterprises. This four-day thematic training programme is designed to foster collaborative learning and practical solutions by bringing together practitioners, cooperative leaders, policymakers, and development experts. The sessions have been designed to achieve vision of strengthening cooperative movements and focusing on enhancing the role of Cooperatives in promoting rural development, sustainable agriculture, and inclusive financial systems. For more details: Click Here

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