MISSION STATEMENT

Surma Times is dedicated to providing quality, accountable and community-focused reporting which will serve the interests of Bangladeshis at home and around the world. The Surma Times as an officially recognized Bangladeshi newspaper by the Government has a commitment to truthful reporting; independent editorial policy; and a dedication to the interest of the public through journalism that provides information, empowerment and connection among communities separated by geography.

We strive to:

• provide reliable news based on truthfulness and fact-checking;
• represent the voices and issues of Sylhet and the greater Bangladeshi community;
• strengthen diasporic ties by creating relevant and timely news for our audiences;
• to uphold neutrality, equity and transparency in all decision-making processes relative to editorial policies;
• use modern technology to ensure access to information for everyone;
• you may want to add “Public Interest Criteria” or “Accuracy Standards” here.

VISION STATEMENT

The vision of Surma Times is to become one of the top Bangladeshi newspapers that are known globally – a trusted source of news, culture and community identity for both local and international readers. We plan to create a mix of old school journalistic credibility with new school innovative digital media platforms.

Surma Times envisions:

• a global stage connecting Bangladesh with its diaspora;
• a newsroom with an ethics of journalism and a voice for the community;
• a digital universe including open public tools, available information and new ways of telling stories;
• a media brand identified with integrity, independence and a sense of service to the public;