Bangladesh

Bangladesh is one of the world's most densely populated countries with 150 million people, 49 percent of whom live below the national poverty line. The Hunger Project has been active in Bangladesh since 1990 and is currently the largest volunteer-based organization covering all 64 districts. The Hunger Project works in rural areas to promote self reliance and the sustainable end of hunger through the training of local government leaders, women, and youth.

The Hunger Project-Bangladesh Loses a Dear Colleague

Bangladesh

On December 31, The Hunger Project-Bangladesh team lost a very dear colleague, Mohammed Shiraj. He leaves behind his wife, a daughter (11) and son (8), and was the sole provider for his family.

2008 National Girl Child Day Celebration in Bangladesh

On October 15, 2008 the people of Bangladesh observed the 9th National Girl Child Day. National Girl Child Day is a national strategy that seeks to improve the status of and end discrimination against girls in Bangladeshi society. Since 2000, Bangladesh has celebrated National Girl Child Day each year as one day of the annual Children's Rights Week.

Bangladesh: Trained Volunteer Leaders Initiate Change in Their Communities

Update to the Global Board (October 2008). A survey given in 30 unions sheds light on socioeconomic conditions of many people. Training and workshops helped increase awareness of prevention of early marriage, dowry and violence against women and also fostered grassroots leadership among women.