Blog – Author Guidelines

The Bangladesh Dialogue welcomes blog submissions from authors who can provide insightful, evidence-based, and thought-provoking content on public policy, governance, economics, international relations, sustainable development, social issues, and other topics relevant to Bangladesh and the global context. Submissions should be emailed to <thebangladeshdialogue@gmail.com> and must comply with the guidelines outlined below.

1. Submission Format

• All articles must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
• Ensure the document is fully editable, free of unnecessary formatting, embedded objects, or tracked changes.
• Include any figures, tables, or images in-line or as separate files, with proper captions and references.
• Submissions should be original and not under consideration elsewhere.

2. Article Structure

Your submission should follow a clear and professional structure:

1. Title: Provide a concise, engaging, and descriptive title that reflects the content of the article.
2. Author Name: Include the full name of the author directly below the title.
3. Main Body:
   1. Articles should be well-organisedwith a logical flow of ideas.
   1. Use subheadings to improve readability where appropriate.
   1. Support claims with evidence, data, or references to credible sources.
   1. Avoid jargon unless necessary; define technical terms when used.
   1. Maintain a professional and neutral tone, suitable for a policy and research audience.
4. References / Citations
   1. Include a list of references at the end of the article in a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, Chicago, or MLA).
   1. Ensure all external sources are properly cited.
5. Author Note (Bio)
   1. Include a brief author biography of no more than 30 words.
   1. Example: “MR. Asif Sarkar is a researcher specialising in governance, public policy, and democratic institutions.”

3. Word Count

• Standard articles should be 1,000-2,000 words.
• Longer pieces covering novel or urgent issues may be considered, subject to editorial review.

4. Language

• Submissions can be in English or Bangla.
• Articles in other languages must be translated into English or Bangla prior to submission.
• Maintain clarity, proper grammar, and readability in the chosen language.

5. Originality and Ethics

• Articles must be original and unpublished.
• Properly attribute all sources, data, and quotations.
• Avoid conflicts of interest; disclose any affiliations relevant to the content.

6. Review and Publication

• All submissions undergo editorial review for quality, relevance, and adherence to guidelines.
• TBD reserves the right to edit for clarity, style, and length prior to publication.
• Authors may be asked to revise content based on editorial feedback.

7. Submission Process

• Email submissions to: thebangladeshdialogue@gmail.com
• Include a cover note briefly summarizing the article topic and its relevance.
• Attach all supplementary materials (figures, tables, images) as separate files if necessary.