The Asia Foundation

The Asia Foundation is a nonprofitable association, It works with government, civil society, community and religious leaders, and the private sector in Bangladesh to address community challenges, make leadership ability that reflects the country’s diversity, and facilitate broad-based participation in the country’s development. It was established in 1954.

Books for Asia puts brand-new books and digital content into the hands of students, educators, and leaders in 20 countries to increase their access to valuable information. Through technology and book donations,  Asia Foundation infuses students with a love of reading essential for literacy; build knowledge in the business, legal, and science professions; sharpen vocational and research ability; and enhances language skills to participate in the global economy. Its digital initiative—Let’s Read—creates, translates, and delivers educational content to children any time, any position, in languages they use at home and school, dramatically improving access. This year, Books for Asia was honored by the U.S. Library of Congress Literacy Awards for innovations in literacy promotion. While print remains an effective means of delivering information in many parts of the developing world, e-books are fast becoming a cost-effective, scalable model given mobile technology’s increasing affordability.

Contact point of the Asia Foundation in Bangladesh

House #5, Road #8 Baridhara, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh

Tel: +880 (2) 4108-1821 to 26
Fax: +880 (2) 4108-1835
Email: [email protected]