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Caritas Bangladesh,NGO Caritas is a Latin word. Literally it means "charity" or universal love. The name Caritas was re-introduced in 1976.

Caritas was founded in 1967 as the eastern branch of Caritas Pakistan. Following the cyclone of November 1970 it was re-organised and became known as CORR (Christian Organisation for Relief and Rehabilitation) and took on the character of a national organisation on January 13, 1971. Caritas Bangladesh has its Central Office in Dhaka. There are eight Regional (or Diocesan) Offices in Barisal, Chitt

agong, Dhaka, Dinajpur, Khulna, Mymensingh,Rajshahi and Sylhet. In all these places Caritas is operational in Integrated Development, Disaster Management and Human Resource Development, under a central management. Caritas restricts itself at present to 200 upazilas (sub-districts) for integrated human development work. During emergencies, such as natural disasters, Caritas is operational in any part of the country. Caritas Bangladesh is a member of the Caritas Internationalis, a confederation of 165 Caritas Member Organisations over 200 countries and territories.

13/05/2026

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐨𝐧

National Nutrition Week 2026 was observed with community participation in Porsha, Sapahar and Niamatpur upazila, highlighting a renewed commitment to nutrition awareness and healthy living.
The respective upazila administrations and health complexes organized the programmes on Thursday, while community-level campaigns were conducted under the Climate Action at Local Level (CALL) project.
The project is being implemented by Caritas Bangladesh with technical support from the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) and financial assistance from the Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh.
The week-long observance featured rallies and discussion meetings involving government officials, community leaders and local stakeholders.
Speakers emphasized that proper nutrition is essential for building a healthy and productive nation and stressed the need to ensure balanced diets, particularly for children, adolescents and pregnant women.
They also highlighted the importance of increasing the production and consumption of nutritious foods, discouraging unhealthy dietary habits, and promoting nutrition-sensitive agriculture alongside household-level awareness.
Upazila Nirbahi Officer Rakibul Islam, Upazila Health and Family Planning Officer Dr Nazir Ahmed, Upazila Agriculture Officer Mamunur Rashid, law enforcement representatives and CALL Project Manager Abul Bashar Mollah attended the events.
Under the slogan "Eat Well, Live Well," awareness campaigns engaged local residents through interactive sessions, encouraging informed food choices and behavioural change.
Officials said the observance reflects a coordinated effort to strengthen nutrition awareness and address malnutrition.

News link: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
https://www.bssnews.net/district/380966
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13/05/2026

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

With the support of the Caritas ECPM (Establishment of Child Protection Mechanism) Project, a Parent Seminar on Child Protection was held on 9 May 2026 at Panjora Girls’ High School, Nagori, Kaliganj, Gazipur.
The seminar featured various arrangements including discussion sessions, cultural performances, poetry recitation, and open discussions by parents. The program was chaired by Sister Mary Debashish SMRA, Headmistress of Panjora Girls’ High School, Nagori, Kaliganj, Gazipur. Brother Pradip Louis Rozario CSC, Director of Apon Asokti Rehabilitation Center and former Vice-President of the Managing Committee of Panjora Girls’ High School, attended the seminar as the Chief Guest.

On behalf of the project core team, Digonto Nicholas Rodrigues, Assistant Teacher of Panjora Girls’ High School, delivered a presentation on child protection. Mr. Farid Ahammad Khan, Program Officer-Uddyam of Caritas Dhaka Region, also spoke at the seminar. The speakers emphasized ensuring a safe environment for children, increasing family awareness, protecting children from online and social risks, and creating a positive school-based environment. Parents also openly shared their opinions and experiences during the session.

The organizers expressed hope that the seminar would play an important role in strengthening the collective efforts of parents, teachers, and society in ensuring child protection.

12/05/2026

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12/05/2026

Turning Drought into Opportunity: Kalistu Murmu’s Path to Self-Reliance
Kalistu Murmu lives in Hiradanga village in the remote Barind tract of Chaor Union under Porsha Upazila in Naogaon District. The area is highly drought-prone with high temperatures and limited access to irrigation, making agriculture difficult and uncertain. He lives with his wife, son and daughter in a family of four that has long struggled with poverty and food insecurity.
As the eldest son in his family, Kalistu had to leave school before completing Class Eight due to financial hardship. Without owning any land, he worked as a day labourer on other people’s land, earning just enough to survive. His income was often insufficient to ensure even two meals a day. To manage household expenses, he took loans from NGOs but was unable to repay them regularly. He also struggled to continue the education of his children due to ongoing financial pressure.
To improve his situation, Kalistu saved money from his labour wages and leased one bigha (33 decimals) of land next to his house. He cultivated paddy on this land, but due to drought, water scarcity and reliance on rainfall, he could grow only T. Aman rice once a year. This seasonal production was not enough to meet his family’s needs, and food shortages remained a constant challenge.
In 2025, during a period of severe hardship, Kalistu became connected with the Mosabai Adivasi Krishakdal (Farmers Group), which was formed through a survey under the Climate Action at Local Level (CALL) project implemented by Caritas Bangladesh, with technical support from the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) and supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh.
Under the supervision of field facilitator Kulsoom Khatun, he participated in monthly group meetings where different project activities were discussed. During one such meeting, he expressed interest in establishing a demonstration plot of biofortified zinc and iron enriched BARI Lentil-8.
In November 2025, with support from the CALL Project and technical guidance from the Sub-Assistant Agriculture Office of the Department of Agricultural Extension in Porsha, Kalistu adopted the cultivation of BARI Lentil-8 on 33 decimals of leased land. This biofortified and nutrient-rich variety is drought-tolerant and high-yielding, making it suitable for the local climate. With proper guidance and effort, he successfully cultivated the crop and achieved very good production.
The total market value of his production was approximately BDT 30,150, while the total cultivation cost was only BDT 3,500. This resulted in a net profit of BDT 26,650. With this income, Kalistu was able to support his household, improve family nutrition, continue the education of his son and daughter, and repay his outstanding NGO loans. He also reinvested by leasing additional land near his house to start commercial vegetable cultivation.
Building on this success, Kalistu has started cultivating other drought-tolerant and low-water crops such as BINA Mung-8. His household is now experiencing improved economic stability and better food security. There are visible progress and growing prosperity in his family compared to his previous situation.
Reflecting on his journey, Kalistu shared with emotion, “I never thought my life would change like this. Now I can feed my family, support my children’s education and dream of a better future.” He expressed his sincere gratitude to the CALL Project for providing the support that ensured his success. He also expressed hope that other vulnerable families like his will benefit from such initiatives.
Kalistu Murmu’s story demonstrates how access to climate-resilient and biofortified crops, along with technical support and community-based platforms, can transform the lives of vulnerable households. It highlights the importance of targeted interventions in strengthening food and nutrition security and creating pathways for sustainable economic self-sufficiency in climate-affected regions.

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11/05/2026

𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐚-𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐨

In the drought-prone landscape of Kash*tara village under Shironti Union in Sapahar, Naogaon, 30-year-old Mrs. Sathi Akter has transformed her household’s nutrition and income through climate-resilient agriculture. Living in a vulnerable, single-cropped area with limited rainfall and high temperatures, her family previously faced low agricultural productivity and restricted access to nutritious food.
Her journey changed through the Climate Action at Local Level (CALL) Programme, supported by Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, funded by Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh and implemented by Caritas Bangladesh. After receiving training and technical support, she established a demonstration plot of BARI Sweet Potato-17, a beta-carotene enriched variety.
Cultivating on 10 decimals of land, she adopted improved practices including proper fertilizer management and advisory support through the Plantix mobile app. The crop, requiring minimal irrigation and offering low production cost, proved highly suitable for the local climate. Rich in vitamin A (around 9000 IU per 100 grams), it contributes significantly to reducing micronutrient deficiencies.
Her success was evident both nutritionally and economically. She earned approximately BDT 36,870 from produce and vine sales against a cost of BDT 6,790. Growing local demand enabled her to supply vines to 21 farmers, while also encouraging neighbours to adopt cultivation.
Mrs. Akter now plans to expand production and strengthen her livelihood further. Her experience highlights how biofortified, climate-smart crops combined with targeted training and support can drive sustainable income, improve nutrition, and build resilience among smallholder farmers.

News link: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangtha
https://www.bssnews.net/agriculture-news/377668
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10/05/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐑 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭
On 07 May 2026, Caritas Dhaka Region, under its “NIRAPAD NAGAR: Safe, Sustainable and Inclusive Cities for All” project, distributed 120 health cards with the support of WAADAA LIMITED (Waadaa.Insure). The program took place in the TA‑Block, Rajanigandha, and Haziroad slums of Wards 6 and 7 within Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC).

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Shawrab Rozario, Regional Director of Caritas Dhaka Region. Mr. Anowar Hossain Bhuiyan, Assistant Social Welfare Officer of Zone‑2, DNCC, attended as the chief guest. Special guests included Md. Abdus Samad, Ward Secretary of Ward‑06; Md. Nazrul Islam, Ward Secretary of Ward‑07; along with representatives from Waadaa.Insure.

This initiative aims to improve access to healthcare services for low‑income and vulnerable households living in urban slums. Through these health cards, beneficiaries can receive healthcare support and affordable services from designated hospitals across the country. The activity also raised awareness among community members about the importance of regular health check‑ups and healthcare access.

In total, 120 individuals (22 men and 98 women) received health cards through this distribution program, marking a significant step toward building safer, healthier, and more inclusive urban communities.

09/05/2026

Caritas Bangladesh is pleased to share the successful completion of the Bilateral Meetings with the European Partners during April 2026. This exchange formed part of a 10-days partnership engagement with existing and potential partners across Europe.

05/05/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩
A health awareness campaign and medical camp was successfully conducted on 02 May 2026 in East Valukia Tulatalli Government Primary School, Ward No. 3, Ratnapalong Union with the generous support of the Chattogram catholic Archdiocese. The program was organized by the Holy Cross Sisters, with active collaboration from 13 dedicated teams, and facilitated by the CB-ERP, FSL-DRR (Host Community) Team.
The medical camp was led by a team of experienced doctors, including Dr. Dipankar Dey (MBBS, MD), Dr. Tapan Kumar Das (MBBS, CCD-BIRDEM, CCCD), and Dr. Sanay Prue Tripura (MBBS, PGT-MCH). They provided essential health consultations, basic treatments, and provided medicines to the local community.
A total of 450 people benefited from the campaign and medical services. The event was highly appreciated by local government representative Kamal Uddin, Ward Member, as well as the Headmaster, Assistant Headmaster, teachers, social leaders, and local community members, who acknowledged the importance and impact of such initiatives.
At the end of the event, Liton Gomes-Project Director, expressed sincere thanks to the organizers and all stakeholders for their valuable support and contributions. Overall, the program was a meaningful step towards ensuring accessible healthcare services and raising awareness among underserved populations.

05/05/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭
On April 28, 2026, Caritas Bangladesh Mymensingh Region, with the support of Start Fund Bangladesh, provided unconditional cash assistance as advance humanitarian support for disaster preparedness to 1,902 member households in Netrokona District. The assistance was distributed across two unions of Durgapur Upazila—Gaokandia and Kakairgara—and four unions of Kalmakanda Upazila—Lengura, Rongchhati, Kharnai, and Kalmakanda Sadar.
Each household received BDT 5,000, amounting to a total of BDT 9,510,000.
During the distribution of the unconditional cash assistance, the Upazila Nirbahi Officers of Kalmakanda and Durgapur upazila, Union Parishad Chairmen and Members, community leaders, beneficiaries, representatives of civil society, Caritas officials, and media representatives were present.
It is expected that this financial assistance will make a significant contribution to supporting the livelihoods of poor, farming, and vulnerable communities.

03/05/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩
A health awareness campaign and medical camp was successfully conducted on 02 May 2026 in East Valukia Tulatalli Government Primary School, Ward No. 3, Ratnapalong Union with the generous support of the Chattogram catholic Archdiocese in CB-ERP, Cox’s Bazar on 2 May. The program was organized by the Holy Cross Sisters, with active collaboration from 13 dedicated teams, and facilitated by the CB-ERP, FSL-DRR (Host Community) Team.
The medical camp was led by a team of experienced doctors, including Dr. Dipankar Dey (MBBS, MD), Dr. Tapan Kumar Das (MBBS, CCD-BIRDEM, CCCD), and Dr. Sanay Prue Tripura (MBBS, PGT-MCH). They provided essential health consultations, basic treatments, and provided medicines to the local community.
A total of 450 people benefited from the campaign and medical services. The event was highly appreciated by local government representative Kamal Uddin, Ward Member, as well as the Headmaster, Assistant Headmaster, teachers, social leaders, and local community members, who acknowledged the importance and impact of such initiatives.
At the end of the event, Liton Gomes-Project Director, expressed sincere thanks to the organizers and all stakeholders for their valuable support and contributions. Overall, the program was a meaningful step towards ensuring accessible healthcare services and raising awareness among underserved populations.

30/04/2026

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐒𝐃𝐒 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬

CB-ERP, Cox’s Bazar | April 30, 2026: CB-ERP Livelihood and Skill Development Sector (LSDS) successfully organized an equipment distribution event at the Caritas Skill Development Training Centre in Camp-17. The initiative aimed to support participants who had recently completed their skills training by equipping them with the necessary tools to initiate income-generating activities and enhance self-reliance.
The event was attended by distinguished guests, including Ms. Tapti Chakma, Camp In-Charge (CiC) of Camp-17; Liton Gomes, Project Director; Md. Masud Parvez, Camp Management Officer (CMO); along with representatives from various partner NGOs and CB staff.
A total of 30 trainees, comprising 15 men and 15 women, received equipment based on their respective trades, including carpentry, bamboo craft, and gas stove repair. These participants had successfully completed a structured training program conducted over 30 days, with 4 hours of sessions each day, amounting to a total of 120 hours of hands-on skill development.
This initiative not only supports immediate livelihood opportunities but also contributes to long-term economic resilience and self-sufficiency among the FDMN community.

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