Bangladesh Forum for Educational Development (BAFED) was established in December 1991 through the efforts of a group of professionals - educationists, researchers and development planners. BAFED is a non-profit, non-political, voluntary organization dedicated to the cause of social transformation and national advancement through undertaking research studies, organizing training and other relevant programmes, dissemination of knowledge, ideas and research findings, generating educational literature, sharing of experience and publication of professional journals and academic materials.

• Constantly strive to improve the relevance and quality of education in Bangladesh.

• Undertake research studies and, provide consultative services and training programmes.

• Generate educational literature and publish professional Journal publications.

• Foster cooperation among professionals and practitioners.
• Promote innovative programmes and activities

• Developing educational plans, programmes and strategies for different clienteles especially the disadvantaged, girls and women- with mutual support and cooperation among local, regional, national and international organizations.

• Undertaking research studies on educational issues and problems.

• Organizing and conducting training programmes and providing consultative services.

• Publish professional Journal and other educational materials

• Organizing conferences, seminars, symposiums, workshops and other educational and cultural activities.

• Providing a forum for discussion and debate to enhance professional growth.