The objectives of the Forum are:

1. 1. To create a platform for CSOs in Bangladesh to use national and international mechanisms to protect and promote human rights;

   2. To undertake various activities to collect information for preparing reports, briefings, policy documents and recommendations, for lobbying and advocacy with various national and international stakeholders within and outside Bangladesh, in order to build the capacity of the State to protect and promote human rights;

   3. To raise a collective voice against incidences of human rights violations and advocate for justice; and

   4. To strengthen the capacity of human rights defenders and promoters across the country, and enhance the scope of collaboration and coordination between stakeholders, including the Government, civil society and media at both national and local levels.