Bangladesh Entomological Society

Bangladesh Entomological Society (BES), founded in 1990, is a non-profitable and non-political organization in Bangladesh serving the professional and scientific needs of entomologists and individuals of related disciplines. The BES has more than 500 members affiliated with educational institutions, research institutes, government organizations and private industries. Members are teachers, researchers, extension service personnel, administrators, marketing representatives, research technicians, consultants, students, pest management professionals, and hobbyists. The society has an executive committee with 18 members who conduct events for the promotion of the society. The headquarters office of BES is located in Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, and Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute/Bangladesh Rice Research Institute, Gazipur. Bangladesh Journal of Entomology (ISSN 1021-1004) is an official journal of BES, that is being published as a half yearly journal. The BES organizes biennial conference, symposium, workshop and education seminars which provide attendees the opportunity to hear and present research findings. The meetings of the BES provide a chance to the members to interact with peers, policy makers and prospective employers. Thus, these services give BES members the honor, privilege and recognition as obtained by the other entomologists throughout the world.

The Bangladesh Entomological Society: Champions for a Sustainable Bangladesh: The Bangladesh Entomological Society is at the forefront of protecting Bangladesh's natural environment. Here's how they achieve their goals-
1. Sparking Dialogue: They organize conferences, seminars, and workshops to discuss pressing ecological issues and explore innovative solutions. This fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing.
2. Research for Action: They conduct research and share their findings to raise public awareness and inform environmental policies. This ensures data-driven decision making.
3. United We Stand: The Society collaborates with government and non-government organizations to implement conservation initiatives and sustainable development projects. This strengthens their impact.
4. Policy Power: They advocate for policies and regulations that promote environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. This ensures long-term environmental health.
5. Empowering Communities: They engage with local communities to encourage environmental stewardship and sustainable livelihood practices. This fosters a sense of ownership for the environment.
6. Building the Future: They provide education and training opportunities to build capacity among professionals and students in ecology and environmental science. This invests in a future generation of environmental protectors.
Through this inclusive and collaborative approach, the Bangladesh Entomological Society plays a vital role in mobilizing efforts to safeguard Bangladesh's natural resources and promote a harmonious relationship between humans and the environment.