PHALS

22/04/2026

সাম্প্রতিক সময়ে বাংলাদেশ-মিয়ানমার সীমান্তকে কেন্দ্র করে নৌপথে মানব পাচারের প্রবণতা উদ্বেগজনকভাবে বৃদ্ধি পেয়ে.....

22/04/2026

আবু মোরশেদ চৌধুরী খোকা সাম্প্রতিক সময়ে বাংলাদেশ–মিয়ানমার সীমান্তকে কেন্দ্র করে নৌপথে মানব পাচারের প্রবণতা উদ্....

22/04/2026

I got over 100 reactions on one of my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

22/04/2026

For years, an organised human trafficking network has been operating in and around Cox’s Bazar, targeting young men and women in refugee camps and trafficking them to countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia

13/04/2026

It is our great pleasure to share that on 13 April, Mr. Martin Dawson, Deputy Development Director at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and Mr. Musawir Ahmed, Programme Manager (Humanitarian Team) at the British High Commission, visited the PHALS Soap Production Center.
They were accompanied by Ms. Ghulam Sarah Mohammad, Manager of Social Cohesion at IOM, and Mr. Hossain Muhammad Adnan, Project Focal at IOM Cox’s Bazar.
The visit took place at the PHALS Soap Production Center located in Camp-20, which operates under the ISBLHP project. The project is supported by IOM and FCDO and implemented by PHALS, aiming to promote livelihoods and community development.
During the visit, the delegation observed the production process, interacted with PHALS team, beneficiaries, and expressed their appreciation for the initiative’s contribution to sustainable livelihood development and community resilience.

13/04/2026

12/04/2026

A vibrant two-day fair commenced today at Hotel Ocean Paradise, bringing together culture, creativity, and a strong sense of community. Titled the “Boishakh Craft Fair,” the event is being organized under the Japan-funded Bhasan Char Project in collaboration with the IOM Social Cohesion Unit.
The fair showcases the creativity, skills, and resilience of its beneficiaries through a rich and diverse display of handcrafted products and cultural expressions. A wide range of national, local, and international organizations are participating, presenting their unique products and initiatives.
Implemented by LSDS and Prottyashi, the event provides a meaningful platform that not only celebrates the spirit of Boishakh but also promotes sustainable livelihoods and social cohesion. The PHALS team also joined the marketplace, proudly exhibiting products made by their beneficiaries, adding further depth and vibrancy to the fair.

10/04/2026

৯ এপ্রিল, এনজিও বিষয়ক ব্যুরো'র সিনিয়র সহকারী সচিব জনাব এস. এম. জামাল আহমেদ বাইপাস সড়কস্থ পালস্-এর প্রধান কার্যালয় পরিদর্শন করেন।পরিদর্শনকালে তিনি পালস্-বাণী একাডেমির নিবাসী শিশুদের সঙ্গে আন্তরিক মতবিনিময় করেন এবং তাদের সার্বিক কার্যক্রম সম্পর্কে অবগত হন।
এ সময় পালস্-এর সংশ্লিষ্ট কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

04/04/2026

On April 2, 2026, a seminar on SDG Localisation was held at the District Administration Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Md. A. Mannan, bringing together key stakeholders.
The seminar was graced by Ms. Aleya Akter, Secretary of the Statistics and Informatics Division under the Ministry of Planning, as the Chief Guest. Special guests included Mr. Md. Farhad Siddique, Director General of the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics; Mr. Md. Masud Rana Chowdhury, Additional Secretary; and Mr. A.N.M. Sazedur Rahman, Superintendent of Police of Cox’s Bazar.
The discussions underscored the importance of strengthened coordination among stakeholders and the need for effective, locally driven initiatives to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speakers highlighted that Cox’s Bazar holds strong potential to emerge as a model district in SDG localisation, given its strategic importance, resource base, and global recognition as a leading tourist destination.

01/04/2026

Today,Ms. Ghulam Sarah Mohammed, Manager, Social Cohesion from IOM, along with Mr. Fiaz Noor of IOM, paid a visit to the PHALS soap production center in Camp 20. The visit was conducted under the ISBLHP project, supported by IOM and FCDO.