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Membership
Overview
Who Can Join the Forum
Membership is open to professional journalists who regularly cover foreign affairs, diplomacy, or international relations for a recognized print, broadcast, wire, or digital news organization in Bangladesh. Membership exists to organize this professional community — giving it standards, access, and a collective voice.
- check_circle Working journalists on the diplomatic or foreign affairs beat with at least two years of experience.
- check_circle Accreditation or employment with a recognized news organization.
- check_circle Nomination by two existing members in good standing.
- check_circle Commitment to the Forum's code of ethics for diplomatic reporting.
Why Join
Membership Benefits
Networking
Direct professional ties with ambassadors, mission staff, and senior correspondents.
Training
Free or subsidized access to certified workshops and training programs.
Recognition
Eligibility for the annual awards, fellowships, and Forum credentials.
Event Access
Invitations and accreditation support for briefings, roundtables, and the gala.
Choose Your Path
Membership Types
Associate Member
Early-career journalists
For journalists with under two years on the diplomatic beat, or those covering international affairs part-time.
- check Workshop & training access
- check Open briefings & public events
- check Mentorship pairing
General Member
Working beat journalists
Full membership for accredited journalists actively covering diplomacy and international affairs.
- check All Associate benefits
- check Closed-door briefings & roundtables
- check Voting rights & committee eligibility
- check Forum press credentials
Honorary Member
By invitation
Conferred by the executive committee on distinguished editors, diplomats, and scholars who have advanced the Forum's mission.
- check Lifetime recognition
- check Guest of honor at flagship events
- check Advisory participation
Getting Started
How to Apply
Submit Your Application
Send your CV, press credentials, and two member nominations through the contact form.
Committee Review
The membership committee verifies credentials and reviews applications within thirty days.
Welcome to the Forum
Approved members receive credentials and an invitation to the next general meeting.