About RDRS Bangladesh
Rangpur Dinajpur Rural Service (RDRS) Bangladesh is a pioneering non-governmental organization that has been at the forefront of rural development in Bangladesh for over five decades. Established in 1972, RDRS has grown from a small relief organization to one of the country's most respected development agencies.
Our journey began in the aftermath of Bangladesh's independence, when we started providing emergency relief to war-affected communities in the northern districts of Rangpur and Dinajpur. Over the years, we have evolved into a comprehensive development organization, working across 31 districts to address the root causes of poverty and social inequality.
Today, RDRS Bangladesh operates with a clear vision of creating a just and peaceful society where all citizens can live with dignity, free from poverty, distress, and ignorance in a sustainable environment. We believe in empowering communities to become agents of their own development through participatory approaches and sustainable interventions.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Maintaining transparency and accountability in all our actions
Participation
Engaging communities as partners in development
Innovation
Embracing creative solutions to development challenges
Sustainability
Creating lasting positive change for future generations
Our Reach & Impact in 2023
Programme Participants
Districts Covered
Microfinance Clients
(92.68% Female)
Community Federations
Our Core Areas of Intervention
Skills, Employment, and Entrepreneurship
Fostering economic independence for youth and marginalized communities.
Social Empowerment
Improving health, education, and social justice for all.
Agriculture, Food Security, and Climate Change
Building resilient and sustainable livelihoods.
Microfinance
Providing access to financial services for economic growth.
Emergency and Humanitarian Response
Delivering timely aid during crises.
Latest News & Events
Annual General Meeting 2024
New Microfinance Initiative Launch
