Founded in 1995, Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) is the premier professional body for all working reporters based in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka. Representing newspapers, electronic media, and online news organizations, DRU brings together nearly 2,000 professional reporters under one umbrella.
As an independent and non-affiliated organization, DRU is dedicated to enhancing the professional expertise, skills, and ethical standards of journalists, while actively monitoring and protecting the freedom of reporters.
Elevating Journalism Standards: DRU provides a collaborative platform to promote fair professional practices, high ethical standards, and accurate reporting to strengthen the credibility of a free press.
Skill Development: The organization regularly conducts tailored training programs, workshops, and seminars. Entering its 31st year, DRU is launching specialized, custom-made projects to further upscale its members' professional expertise.
Recognition of Excellence: To encourage high-quality journalism, DRU presents prestigious awards every year for excellence in reporting across various fields. Winners receive financial rewards, certificates, and crests.
Advocacy & Dialogue: Under its popular flagship program, "Meet the Reporters," DRU hosts diplomats, political leaders, and prominent civil society members to discuss critical national and international issues.
Publications: DRU publishes "Reporters Voice," a first-of-its-kind professional newsletter that highlights trends in Bangladeshi journalism and sparks healthy professional debates. It also regularly publishes souvenirs and brochures.
DRU deeply values the well-being of its members and their families, providing robust financial and social safety nets from its own funds:
| Benefit Type | Financial Support |
| Natural Death Insurance | Tk. 3,00,000 |
| Accidental Death Insurance | Tk. 4,00,000 |
| Acute Sickness Treatment Support | Tk. 80,000 |
| Education Stipend for Deceased Member's Child | Tk. 36,000 annually (up to Master's level) |
Family Recognition: DRU regularly hosts reception programs to honor and celebrate the academic success of its members' children who excel in public examinations (HSC, SSC, etc.).
Recreation: To foster camaraderie, DRU organizes annual sports tournaments, cultural activities, grand picnics, and family day get-togethers.
Secretariat & Media Centre: Located in the heart of the city, the DRU office features a fully equipped media centre, a library, a canteen, and dedicated spaces for hosting press conferences and discussion meetings.
Digital Leadership: DRU is a pioneer in institutional modernization in Bangladesh, being the first organization to successfully introduce a fully computerized voting system, which has been efficiently used for the past 15 executive committee elections.
Address: 8/4-A, Topkhana Road, Segunbagicha, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh.
Telephone: +88-02-41053631, +88-02-41053632
Mobile: +8801886166723
Website: www.dru.com.bd (Organizational updates).
Governance: Managed by a vibrant 21-member Executive Committee.