Governance
PSTC is operated by its constitutionally approved governance structure. Different levels of functionary bodies make PSTC effective as per its policies, guidelines, mandates and approved constitutions.
Governing Body
A seven-member Governing Body (GB) elected by the general body works actively for setting up the standards and reviewing the overall policy guideline of the organization. The GB members oversee the implementation of the ongoing activities of the organization on a regular basis.
The Executive Director, who is also the ex-officio Member-Secretary of the GB, is responsible for overall implementation of the PSTC programs and projects. The ED is joined by Top Management Team (TMT) and a group of qualified and experienced professionals to run the programs and projects undertaken by PSTC.
Sanjeeda Islam
Chairperson
A youth and adolescent expert, nutrition specialist and development communication practitioner, Ms. Sanjeeda Islam has been in the development arena for more than three decades. Ms. Islam is also a GB member of PSTC. A graduate though in English literature from the University of Dhaka, she had her Master of Public Health (MPH) from NIPSOM topping the list of achievers. Ms. Sanjeeda started her career with Johns Hopkins University, Center for Communication Programs (JHU-CCP), initially as Senior Program Officer and subsequently as Director Programs. Her experience in communications helped her launching Bangladesh Center for Communications Programs (BCCP) along with other initiators. He provided her expert services to Save the Children Australia, UNICEF, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and many more organizations.
Gitali Badrunnessa Hasan
Vice Chairperson
A writer, director and well-known media personality, Ms. Gitali Badrunnessa Hasan is the Treasurer of PSTC. Popularly known as Gitali Hasan is a graduate of Chittagong University where she has her Masters in Sociology with Hons. Ms. Hasan initially started her career as Trainer in the arena of development field and became Master Trainer for Family Health and Counseling. Later she dedicated to writings and so far published more than 30 novels. She became associated with media more closely with the launching of Channel I and regularly writes and directs drama. Since 1997 Ms. Gitali writes Script for film and in 2006 she was awarded Kalakar Puroskar from India for her movie script writing O Amar Chhele. In 2013, she started directing movies with Priya Tumi Sukhi Hou.
Md. Badrul Munir FCMA, CGA
Treasurer
A professional and certified accounting personnel, Mr. Md. Badrul Munir has joined the GB as a valued member of PSTC. Having had his Accounting Masters from the University of Dhaka in 1979, he obtained a professional degree in Cost and Management Accountancy from the Institute of Cost & Management Accountants of Bangladesh in 1994 and became a Fellow member of the institute. He is also a member of the Institute of Certified General Accountants of Bangladesh. He served in different manufacturing industries and NGOs as the Chief Accountant, Finance Controller, and Manager of Finance. Finally, Mr. Munir ended his service as the Chief Executive Officer of CEBAI. During his service life, Mr. Munir involved himself with business in the late eighties, especially in Shares in both Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchange. Gradually, he involved himself in the business of Sarmano Group. Mr. Munir is a sponsor Director and Company Secretary of Mirpur Securities Ltd, a member of Chittagong Stock Exchange Ltd., a Director of Sarmano Energy Ltd, and Chairman of Sarmano Petroleum Ltd. & Sarmano Ceramics Ltd.
Dr. Md. Golam Rahman
Member
An educationist, media researcher and communication expert, Dr. Md. Golam Rahman is the Chairperson of PSTC. Dr. Rahman is the immediate past Chief Information Commissioner of the Information Commission of the Government of Bangladesh. He also served as the Chairman of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS), the State News Agency. Initially started his career as journalist, he moved to teaching profession and taught journalism and mass communication for more than four decades, mainly in the University of Dhaka. Dr. Golam Rahman was the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Daffodil International University (2014-15) and the Professor and Head of Department of Language and Communication Studies of the University of Technology, Papua New Guinea (2008-1010).
A S M Mahbubul Alam
Member
Former Secretary to the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Mr. A S M Mahbubul Alam is the Vice Chairperson of PSTC. During his long career in the civil service, Mr. Alam served as Deputy Commissioner of Kishoreganj. He had also been with the Bangladesh Parliament as Joint Secretary and different Projects’ Director and worked closely with UN agencies like UNFPA, UNDP, and other development organizations like, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, etc.. He served in the Ministry of Information also and his last working ministry was the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives before his retirement. An urban and local govt. specialist Mr. Mahbubul Alam has been also providing his expert support to UNDP as an advisor.
Dr. Fariha Haseen
Member
Dr. Fariha Haseen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health and Informatics at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU). She completed her MBBS in 1993 and earned a PhD from Mahidol University, Thailand. With over 20 years of experience in public health, she leads the Reproductive and Child Health division, focusing on adolescent health and gender issues. Dr. Haseen has made significant contributions to public health research, including a gender lens review of adolescent healthcare services in Bangladesh and implementation research on improving Adolescent Friendly Health Services. She has also shared her insights at MSF Scientific Days – Asia 2023. Her dedication to public health is reflected in her extensive research and active involvement in initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health, gender-based healthcare access, and reproductive health services in Bangladesh.
Dr. Fizar Ahmed
Member
Dr. Fizar Ahmed is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Daffodil International University (DIU). He holds a PhD in Business Informatics, an MS in Computer Science and Engineering, and a B.Sc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. His research interests include Internet of Things (loT), Data Science, and Machine Learning. He has published several impactful research papers, including “An loT Application for Predicting the Quantity of Future Heart Attack Patients” and “Systematic Analysis of Future Competences Affected by Industry 4.0.” He is deeplyinvolved in teaching, delivering courses like Computer Fundamentals to undergraduate students at DIU.
Priyata Mondal
Member
Priyata Mondal joined PSTC Governing Body in January 2025 as a youth representative. She is studying microbiology at BRAC University and is in her final year before graduation. According to her own voice, she is deeply passionate about exploring the intersection of science, social impact, and leadership. Alongside her academic journey, she is also the first-ever Chairperson of the National Youth Network (NaYoN) facilitated by Population Services and Training Center (PSTC). She also claims herself as an Activist in promoting young people’s voice, particularly on sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR), and gender equality and youth participation. Beyond her passion for working for humanity, she is also an artist and entrepreneur, managing her own brand @beads.bonita, where she merges creativity with business. Her love for cultural pursuits, including music and dance, is evident through her receipt of more than 100 certifications, reflecting her dedication to excellence and personal growth.
Faiza Rahman Anila
Member
Faiza Rahman Anila also joined the PSTC Governing Body in January 2025 as youth representative. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management Studies at Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), focusing on developing strong analytical, leadership, and organizational skills. She is passionate about exploring innovative strategies to solve business challenges and seeking opportunities to grow through practical experiences and professional connections. She is committed to balancing academics, activism, and creativity to drive meaningful change in society while building strong networks and collaborating on impactful projects. Anila is one of the pioneers in organizing and forming an active platform for the youth, by the youth, and with the youth, now known as the National Youth Network (NaYoN), facilitated by PSTC, and is the Vice Chairperson of NaYoN. She is also part of the South Asian Regional Network (SARYN), facilitated by IPPF SARO.
Dr. Noor Mohammad
Member Secretary
An ex-officio Member Secretary of PSTC Governing Body, Dr. Noor Mohammad has been leading the organization, PSTC since Jan 2015. Dr. Noor has three masters in his credit: M.Sc. in Geography and M.Ed. from the University of Dhaka and MPH from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA. He was awarded the Best Student Award for achieving highest grade point average in the session. Later on he did his PhD in Population Education. Having more than three decades of professional experiences and a known professional in the arena of Public Health, Dr. Noor has wide experiences of working with government, NGOs, INGOs, UN, research organizations, development agencies in different portfolios. This is to mention that Dr. Noor was also with Bangladesh Civil Service (7th Batch).
