About Aarshi Trust

In memory of Publisher Emeritus Mohiuddin Ahmed

Mission

To enable and empower citizens of Bangladesh to make reading, research and exploration of knowledge a way of life and to understand the world better.

Vision

A knowledge-based society where every Bangladeshi citizen is intellectually and emotionally empowered.

Formation

Trust. Established by family and well-wishers to further Mr. Ahmed’s lifelong commitment to a reading society, sound research, freedom of expression, and respectful, evidence-based debate.

Our Approach

• Knowledge for the public good: nurturing reading, research, translation, and open access to ideas.
• Actionable research: studies and pilots that influence practice and policy.
• Learning pathways: certificate courses and conversations for diverse learners.
• Stewardship: archiving Bangladesh Studies and building reference resources.