Maintaining its 'non-profit' stature, the Prothom Alo Trust looks forward to working with people whenever mishaps, tragedies pose a threat of a ruthless end to their hopes, dreams, and aspirations. We are not only sympathetic but also empathetic. Not only we speak for the people who have been subjected to injustice, but also we extend our support to the humanitarian causes as much as we can. The i
nitiatives of Prothom Alo Trust have been highly praised both locally and internationally. The goal of Prothom Alo Trust is:
- To eradicate Acid Violence.
- To profess the "Say NO to Drugs" campaign.
- To stop poverty be an obstacle towards getting access to education.
- To prevent natural disasters from disrupting the routines of life.
- To end the persecution of journalists and let their voices be heard. Apart from the five primary goals, the Trust strives to come in assistance to any predicaments faced by the people.
- To Support and rehabilitate Rana Plaza Victims
- To provide health care services to underprivileged people and enlighten the youth (Sadaat Smriti Palli)
Executive Body
The Trust comprises of eleven trustees from different segments of society. They are-
- Rupali Chowdhury, Managing Director, Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited.
- Syed Mahbubur Rahman, Managing Director & CEO, Mutual Trust Bank Ltd
- Tanzib-Ul-Alam, Barrister, Tanjib Alam & Associates
- Kutubuddin Ahmed, Chairman, Envoy Group Limited
- Muhammed Aziz Khan, Chairman, Summit Corporation Limited
- Dr. Perween Hasan, Vice-Chancellor, Central Women's University, Dhaka
- Tazin Ahmed, Principal, Sunnydale School, Dhaka
- Matiur Rahman, Editor, Prothom Alo
- Zahida Ispahani, Director M.M. Ispahani Limited
- Anisul Hoque, writer and journalist, Associate Editor, Prothom Alo
- Abdul Quaiyum, Associate Editor, Prothom Alo
The Trust is maintained by the Managing Trustee, who is also the editor of the Prothom Alo, and the Trust coordinator. Matters are discussed with the Trustees in meetings and decisions taken. The President, the Vice President, and the Treasurer are elected for a three-year term. Advisors to the Trust also impart and share their knowledge to ensure the smooth functioning of the Trust. Currently, Rupali Chowdhury is the Chairman, Syed Mahbubur Rahman is the Vice Chairman and Barrister Tanzib-Ul-Alam is the Treasurer of Prothom Alo Trust. Matiur Rahman is the Managing Trustee of Prothom Alo Trust.
