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BRAC is launching ‘SHIKHA: Creating public and private spaces free from gender-based violence, bullying and sexual harassment through strengthening prevention and response mechanisms’- project, with support from the European Union and in partnership with Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST) and Young Power in Social Action (YPSA). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQgTcC7E European Union

Protecting and uplifting children is fundamental to Bangladesh’s sustainable development journey. Through the Bangladesh America Maitree Project, a USAID-funded initiative implemented by BRAC, FHI360, and BRAC USA, subgrantees are addressing critical challenges such as child marriage, safe spaces, and essential child welfare services. These locally-driven initiatives empower communities to create safe, nurturing environments for children living in vulnerability, ensuring their rights are upheld and their futures are secured. Organizations awarded under Child Rights and Protection include Breaking the Silence (BTS), Gana Unnayan Kendra (GUK), JAAGO Foundation Trust, Resource Development Foundation (RDF), and Welfare Association for Development Alternative (WADA). For the full list of awarded organizations and their project goals, please visit this website: https://bit.ly/3Cz5aPs The five-year Bangladesh America Maitree Project will advance and facilitate locally-led development in Bangladesh. Bangladeshi development organizations will have access to vital funding in sectors like health, agriculture, and education and will have an opportunity to build capacity and a network for knowledge sharing. #WorkWithMAITREE #LocallyLedDevelopment

Recent studies reveal that 80% of women in garment factories, 74% of female students in educational institutions, 94% of women in public transport and 68% of women in online platforms, experience some sort of violence or harassment in Bangladesh. To tackle this overarching problem and ensure safe spaces for women across different sectors, BRAC is launching its ‘SHIKHA: Creating public and private spaces free from gender-based violence, bullying and sexual harassment through strengthening prevention and response mechanisms’- project, with support from the European Union and in partnership with Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST) and Young Power in Social Action (YPSA). The SHIKHA project signing ceremony was held at the European Union Delegation Office in Dhaka where His Excellency Michael Miller, Ambassador and Head of Delegation, European Union and Asif Saleh, Executive Director, BRAC, were present. The project will work in Dhaka, Gazipur, Chattogram, Barisal, Narayanganj and Rajshahi districts in 250 workplaces, 270 educational institutions, public places, digital platforms and with the Government of Bangladesh.  #16daysofactivism

For the past 23 years, BRAC University has been at the forefront of transforming higher education in Bangladesh, offering innovative programs that are both academically rigorous and socially impactful. As an institution born from the vision of Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, BRAC University has continuously strived to meet the evolving needs of its students and the broader community. Today, BRAC University marked another milestone in its journey, hosting an inspiring leadership session where distinguished leaders, including Tamara Hasan Abed, the Chair of the Board of Trustees, Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice-Chancellor; Professor Syed Mahfuzul Aziz, Pro Vice-Chancellor; Professor Syed Mahboob Rahman, Treasurer; Dr. David Dowland, Registrar; Imran Matin, PhD, Executive Director of BIGD; Ariful Islam, Chief Financial Officer; and Mohammad Khairul Basher, Director of Communications, unveiled the university’s bold new strategic vision and mission. The session was intended for key faculty, staff members, and student leaders, highlighted the university’s focus on curriculum innovation, impactful research, and strengthening the BRAC-BRACU Synergy. As part of the session, an engaging Kahoot quiz was conducted, where Md. Robiul Islam, Senior Manager of Accounts and Finance, secured the first place. Now, as BRAC University embarks on its next chapter, to be a leading University of the Global South that reimagines excellence for the future - by fostering academic excellence, societal impact and human flourishing it is setting sail for a future defined by innovation, excellence, and global impact. The university is on a mission to develop future leaders who excel academically, possess the confidence and skills to apply their knowledge in the real world, lead with empathy and ethics, and drive meaningful societal progress. Furthermore, it seeks to advance and showcase ideas and solutions from the Global South to foster human flourishing. #BRACU #GlobalSouth #innovations #highereducation #impact #Excellence #empathy #FutureLeaders

As a member of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, we are committed to sharing learnings and supporting governments across #Africa and #Asia to implement, strengthen, and scale up evidence-backed, high-quality, #socioeconomic inclusion - or Graduation - policies and programmes. Learn more about the #GlobalAlliance and our commitment: https://bit.ly/4fBji9s #G20Summit

1 in 10 people around the world live in extreme #poverty, with millions more expected to join them due to crises like #climate change and conflict. But we know of evidence-based solutions that work, at scale - solutions that address social and economic barriers and enable people in extreme poverty to not only survive but thrive. By providing people with productive assets that generate income; basic needs support; and ongoing coaching that unlocks agency, know-how, and hope, this proven, big push approach now known widely as Graduation equips people to build a long-term trajectory out of poverty. Rigorous evidence from dozens of contexts suggests this two-year approach could enable hundreds of millions of people to escape poverty and build resilience for the long term - empowering families with lasting benefits for future generations. Given the magnitude of this issue, it is imperative that #governments are at the forefront of scaling such solutions. That is why it is a privilege for us to partner with governments across the world to incorporate this evidence-backed approach into existing programs to reach 21 million more people by 2030. Learn more about the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty: https://lnkd.in/enMkjjb2 Learn more about BRAC's Commitment: https://lnkd.in/eWcvq3Xi

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BRAC was awarded a $5 million grant from Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to alleviate poverty in #Indonesia and the #Philippines through 2027. This catalytic investment will contribute to BRAC’s collaboration with the Governments of Indonesia and the Philippines to integrate the evidence-backed #Graduation approach into existing #poverty alleviation policies and programmes to achieve greater, more lasting impact. BRAC has been supporting the design, delivery, adaptation, and expansion of the Graduation approach alongside partners since it pioneered the approach in Bangladesh in 2002 when it learned its existing poverty programmes were not adequately reaching those furthest behind. With the DIV grant, BRAC will work alongside the Governments of Indonesia and the Philippines to build complementary Graduation interventions into existing government systems, leveraging already allocated resources to drive down overall costs while delivering highly effective poverty alleviation programmes. Over the next decade, BRAC plans to expand these efforts to reach millions more households and contribute to the national poverty alleviation goals of both countries. https://lnkd.in/e47-Tsek #development #USAID

Bangladesh’s agricultural landscape, integral to its economy, faces complexities due to climate change and resource limitations. Through Bangladesh America Maitree Project, a USAID-funded initiative implemented by BRAC, FHI360, and BRAC USA, selected sub-grantees will implement climate-smart agriculture in local communities and work together to build a resilient, locally-led agricultural sector that strengthens communities and prepares for future challenges. Empowering local organizations with provided support, these initiatives will foster sustainable food security and enhance rural livelihoods. Organizations awarded under agriculture are Action for Social Development, Bakergonj Forum, Community Development Centre, Dushtha Shasthya Kendra, Khulna Mukti Seba Sangstha and Purnima. For more information on the complete list of awarded organizations and their project targets, please visit this website https://bit.ly/3Cz5aPs The five-year Bangladesh America Maitree Project will advance and facilitate locally-led development in Bangladesh. Bangladeshi development organizations will have access to vital funding in sectors like health, agriculture, and education and will have an opportunity to build capacity and a network for knowledge sharing. #WorkWithMAITREE #LocallyLedDevelopment

Today, we celebrate the voices of our children - the dreamers, achievers, and leaders of tomorrow. By fostering environments where they feel valued and heard, we help them grow with confidence and self-respect. Let’s commit to listening, empowering, and nurturing their potential for a brighter, more inclusive future. #UniversalChildrensDay #ListenToTheFuture