BISAP is the acronym of Bangladesh Integrated Social Advancement Programme. It is a non-political, non-profitable, secular and non-government development organization. It came into existence in 1989 to support those in need and tackle problems of endemic poverty, ill-health which manifest in landlessness, unemployment, illiteracy, malnutrition and vulnerability to frequent natural disasters. Through active initiatives of local social workers, philanthropists and educationists with a view to alleviating poverty through empowerment, education and resource mobilization for improving their life and livelihood and innovating appropriate development strategies to lead the programme towards sustainability.

Legal Status: BISAP is registered with NGO Affairs Bureau, Government of Bangladesh under Foreign Donation (Voluntary Activities) Regulation Rules, 1978 having Reg. No. FDO/R -659 dated 22.10.1992.

The mission of BISAP: BISAP works with poor communities in order to improve socio-economic status, promote gender equality and bring positive changes in the society through close collaboration with government line departments, local government and administration, civil societies, NGOs, private sectors, development partners and other stakeholders.

The vision of BISAP: BISAP looking for a poverty-free society where human rights and social justice be promoted, local capacity built, eliminated gender discrimination and reduced climate change vulnerability.

The goals of BISAP: Integrated & Comprehensive Community Development through Developmental initiative efforts.