It is being held as part of a series of programmes jointly organised by Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), Prothom Alo, The Daily Star and Channel i.

Eminent academics and professionals, development and cultural activists, public representatives and political leaders and civil society representatives of the district will speak at the dialogue.

Members of the 'Nagorik Committee 2006, who are preparing a Vision Paper for Bangladesh, will also be present at the dialogue to receive public feedback.