Who we work with
We work to improve the lives and livelihoods of those most in need of our support, regardless of ethnicity and religion. We work with disadvantaged and marginalized groups, including jhum cultivators, landless and marginal farmers, unemployed youth, women, and day labourers.
In implementing our activities, TUS believes in working together with individuals, networks and organizations that share our vision and values. We have experience of working with a range of local, national and international NGOs and donor organizations, as well as government bodies and officials.
Where we work
We are based in Chittagong Hill Tracts and currently we are working covering eight upazilas in Khagrachari District. We have experience working throughout the three districts of the CHT.
Our Resources
Network:
In 2021, TUS was involved in different Networks like as Durbar Network, Bangladesh Indigenous People Network on Climate Change and Biodiversity (BIPNet) and Chittagong Hill Tracts Women Organisation Network (CHTWON).
Library:
TUS has a library with a collection of books, magazines and publications on a range of topics, including national, international and the CHT and indigenous peoples. The library includes previous TUS publications and research papers are available.
Conference Hall:
TUS has a conference hall available for hire to individuals or organizations. The hall is well-equipped for workshops, training and meetings. A generator and multimedia projector are available as well as catering service can be arranged.
Trinamul Centre for Research and Demonstration:
TUS established the Trinamul Centre for Research and Demonstration for the promotion and protection of agro-forestry, bio-diversity and natural resource management systems in the Chittagong Hill Tracts in 2009. The centre is situated in the Golabari Union in Khagrachari Sadar. It is a green and hilly area, about four kilometres from Khagrachari town. Through the centre’s establishment, we aim to contribute to the preservation of local species and provide space for teaching, learning, and research on agro-forestry, bio-diversity and natural resource management issues in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The centre will offer a variety of programs, including trainings on eco-friendly hill farming, horticulture and agro-forestry practices. The centre well-furnished and demonstrated by Trinamul green energies and technologies. All of you are invited to visit our centre.
Legal Status
TUS is registered with the Department of Social Service under the voluntary social welfare organization ordinance 1961 (registration number Khagra-137/98, dated 21/07/1998) and the NGO Affairs Bureau under the foreign donations (voluntary activities) regulation ordinance/act 1978 and 2016 (vide number 1860, dated 23/07/2003).
Our affiliation
1) TUS affiliated in PADOR and have a Europe Aid ID (EID): BD-2017-EFW-0502060096.
2) TUS affiliated in SAM and have DUNS: 731653130; NCAGE Code: SCSC2
3) TUS affiliated in CMS (regi. no.-011240).
Senior Management Team
Mr. Ripan Chakma
Executive Director
‘MBA (Marketing), BBA (Hon’s), University of Chittagong, MSS (Sociology and Anthropology), Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology
Mr. Suiching Aung Marma
Program Manager
MDS, United International University, B.A. (Pass), National University
Mr. Dhaneswar Dewan
MEL Manager
MSS (Sociology), Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology
Ms. Minuching Marma
Project Coordinator
MA (OL), B.A. (Hons), University of Dhaka.
Ms. Anzum Banhi Chakma
Project Coordinator
B.A.(Hons.), MA, Social Works, Biswa Bharati University.
Mr. Amlan Chakma
Project Manager
MA (Political Science), National University
Mr. Manas Tripura
MEL Officer
MBA(Marketing), BBA (Marketing), University of Development Alternative, Dhaka
Finance and Admin Team
Mr. Rumen Chakma
Coordinator, Finance & Admin (CFA)
MDS, United International University, B.Com. (Pass), B Ed, National University.
Mr. Evesh Chakma
Finance & Admin Officer
MDS, United International University, BBA (Hons) major in Accounting, National University
Mr. Rupen Chakma
Finance & Admin Officer
MBA (Management), National University, BBA (Accounting), International board of higher education, Silver Spring, MD, USA.
Ms. Priti Rupa Chakma
Finance & Cum Logistic Officer
MBA (Accounting), BBA (Hons), National University
Ms. Lika Chakma
Accounts Officer
BA (pass), National University
TUS Organogram
