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Academician and Researcher

Dr. Md Abdul Awal Khan

Dr. Md Abdul Awal Khan is a Professor of Law at Independent University, Bangladesh, specializing in climate change law, environmental law, and human rights. With a PhD from Western Sydney University, his research focuses on climate-induced displacement and legal protections for affected communities. He has led numerous studies supported by international institutions and has published extensively with renowned academic publishers. As a collaborator with ART Lab, Dr. Khan brings deep expertise in legal frameworks for climate resilience and human rights advocacy, contributing to impactful policy research and solutions.

Professional Skills

Climate Law & Policy 95%
Human Rights 90%
Refugee Law 98%
Legal Research 92%

Experience & Activities

Dr. Md Abdul Awal Khan is a distinguished Professor of Law at Independent University, Bangladesh, with extensive expertise in climate change law, environmental law, and human rights. With an academic career spanning nearly two decades, he has made significant contributions to legal research and policy development, particularly in the areas of climate-induced displacement and human rights protection. Dr. Khan earned his PhD from Western Sydney University’s School of Law, Australia, where his research focused on the impact of climate change on the rights of displaced populations in Bangladesh. His scholarly work has been widely recognized, influencing policy discussions at both national and international levels.

Dr. Khan has led numerous studies on pressing legal issues, including assessments of COVID-19 legal and policy responses from a human rights perspective and investigations into the environmental and health impacts of industrial activities. His research has been supported by esteemed institutions such as the UN Office of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute. As a prolific author, he has published policy briefs, book chapters, and articles in leading academic journals, with contributions to renowned publishers such as Routledge, Springer Nature, Palgrave Macmillan, and Edward Elgar. His policy insights have also been featured in publications of the United Nations University, reinforcing his role as a key voice in climate policy and human rights advocacy.

Beyond research, Dr. Khan actively engages with global academic and professional communities through editorial roles and affiliations with organizations such as the World Commission on Environmental Law and the Asia-Pacific Academic Network on Disaster Displacement. He has presented his research at prestigious conferences in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Sweden, Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia. His dedication to legal education and advocacy aligns with ART Lab’s mission to advance high-quality research and policy recommendations. As a collaborator, Dr. Khan brings invaluable expertise in legal frameworks for climate resilience and human rights, supporting ART Lab’s commitment to evidence-based research and impactful policy solutions.