Nusrat Jahan
Head of Communications and Initiative Director, BRAC Institute of Governance and Development
Nusrat Jahan leads BRAC Institute of Governance and Development’s (BIGD) communications and knowledge management agenda and manages two research initiatives around women’s empowerment and digital finance. She also writes extensively for policymakers, development partners, and the public.
Recent work by Nusrat Jahan
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The future of microfinance in Bangladesh
Traditional microcredit rarely transforms the economic lives of the poor in Bangladesh, but targeted product innovations – including flexible repayment schedules, enterprise-focused loans, and digital disbursement – show meaningful gains for borrower...
Published 07.07.26
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Climate adaptation in Bangladesh
How will climate change impact Bangladesh? How should policymakers respond to the growing threats of climate change? What are key priorities for climate change adaptation in Bangladesh?
Published 22.04.25
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Boosting women’s labour force participation: Opportunities and challenges in Bangladesh
What are the barriers to women’s labour force participation in Bangladesh? What are some promising evidence-based policy options? Where is more evidence required?
Published 09.10.24