Taungya Team
The strength of Taungya lies in its dedicated team of professionals and community leaders who bring together diverse expertise and deep commitment to sustainable development in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The team is composed of experienced development practitioners, educators, researchers, and grassroots organizers who specialize in areas such as climate adaptation, indigenous rights, gender equality, education, health, and environmental conservation.
Taungya’s team works collaboratively with local communities, traditional institutions, and national and international partners to design and implement inclusive programmes. Their leadership style emphasizes transparency, participatory governance, and respect for cultural identity, ensuring that every intervention is locally relevant and impactful. By combining technical knowledge with indigenous wisdom, the Taungya team has become a trusted partner in advancing community resilience, equity, and sustainable development across the region.
Women In Action
We work towards ensuring a life free from inequality and discrimination for every woman.
About Us
Helping women never doubt that they are Valuable & Powerful
Taungya is a pioneering organization established on 5 December 1995 in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), Bangladesh, with a mission to advance indigenous culture, environmental conservation, and socio‑economic rights. Rooted in the traditions of jum‑cultivating societies, the name “Taungya” reflects both cultural heritage and agro‑forestry innovation, symbolizing the integration of traditional knowledge with modern adaptation.
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We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead.
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