RIB's activities are guided by a group of illustrious personalities who are members of its Board of Directors. They consist of a number of former and present University Professors, International Civil Servants, a former senior Government servant, a human rights expert and activist, and a renowned author. They are:
Dr. Shamsul Bari, Chairman
Dr. Hameeda Hossain, Vice-Chairperson
Dr. (Professor) Mohammad Anisur Rahman,
Mr. Monwarul Islam
Dr. (Professor) Rounaq Jahan
Dr. (Professor) Zafar Iqbal
Dr. (Professor) Muinul Islam
Dr. Selina Hossain, and
Dr. (Professor) Meghna Guhathakurta, Executive Director.