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Protests in Bangladesh
Dear donors, You may have received some disturbing news from Bangladesh. Student protests began last month demanding an end to quotas in government jobs. Clashes with the army and police have left over 200 people dead. Schools have been temporarily closed, but children are safe. (article updated 9.9.2024)
Read full articleBeans: The key to better nutrition for children in Bangladesh
A total of 6,156kg of beans were distributed by our BCSS colleagues to 8 boarding schools in Bangladesh. In a country plagued by poverty and malnutrition, beans are an inexpensive and affordable food with extraordinary potential to improve child nutrition. Rich in protein, fibre and micronutrients, beans offer a comprehensive nutritional solution.
Read full articleSustainable agriculture benefits children!
JASS boarding school children eat fresh bananas and healthy vegetables from their own fields. ADRA helped the school by investing in 2023 to purchase a pump to irrigate the vegetable garden. This project has not only promoted healthy eating habits among the children, but also educated the students about sustainable agriculture and self-sufficiency.
Read full articleSongs, melons and rice: KMMS harvests rice with a smile!
Rice is a staple food in Bangladesh and its cultivation is a widespread practice among landowners and tenants across the country. Beautiful green fields of ripening rice are an integral part of the Bangladeshi landscape. KMMS boarding school has several plots of land where rice is grown by teachers and students.
Read full articleJASS Celebrates Independence Day and Annual Sports Day 2024
At boarding school JASS, the celebration of Independence Day of Bangladesh and the Annual Sports Day brought joy and excitement to everyone involved. The school was adorned with colors as students, teachers, and staff gathered to commemorate the nation's freedom and indulge in some friendly competition.
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