JJS - Jagrata Juba Shangha

10/04/2026

On Thursday, 9 April 2026, a joint field visit was conducted by the German Parliament Mission, accompanied by the Adminstrator and other officials of Khulna City Corporation , GIZ, KfW, CBF. The visit took place at Notun Bazar–Bablu Molla Slum, Ward 22 of Khulna City Corporation, where the delegation visits the Community Tubewell installed by Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJS) with support from CBF and Habitat. Representing Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJS), the Founder and Executive Director, ATM Zakir Hossain and other JJS officials welcomed the delegation and presented the work and request the German perliament members for increased support for the climate displaced people in Bangladesh. During the visit The delegation also observed several community-based infrastructure interventions implemented by CBF partner organizations in Khulna. Mr ATM Zakir Hossain also shared with the delegation about the Regional Coastal Children Climate Conference JJS organises in Khulna annually with support from KNH and German Development Ministry BMZ and presented the conference reports to the delegation.

10/04/2026

On 6 April 2026, the Urban and Rural Planning Discipline (URPD) of Khulna University organized a Validation Workshop on its Self-Assessment Report and Strategic Plan. The workshop convened academic leaders, planning professionals, and development practitioners to critically review the discipline's institutional achievements and chart a forward-looking strategic direction.

ATM Zakir Hossain, Founder and Executive Director of Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJS), was honored as a Special Guest along with Professor Dr. Md. Ashraful Alam and Dr. Muhammad Ariful Islam, Executive Director, SHELTEC Consultants at the event, reflecting JJS's recognized role in community-based planning, climate resilience, and sustainable urban development in the region.
The honorable Vice Chancellor of Khulna University graced the event as the Chief Guest, underscoring the institutional importance of the validation exercise for the discipline's academic and professional development.
The workshop was chaired by Professor Dr. Md. Zakir Hossain, Head of the Urban and Rural Planning Discipline at Khulna University, who guided the proceedings and moderated discussions on the self-assessment findings and strategic priorities. See less

02/02/2026

01/01/2026

Happy new year 🎉

30/06/2025

The 4th Annual Coastal Children’s Climate Conference, held on April 27–28, 2025, in Khulna City, emerged as a landmark platform to amplify the voices of more than 4,560 coastal children from Bangladesh’s most climate-vulnerable coastal upazilas of Khulna, Bagerhat & Satkhira Districts. Organized by Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJS) and the Coastal Children’s Forum on Climate Change and DRR, with support from German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and Kindernothilfe (KNH)–Germany, the two-day conference brought together 350 stakeholders, including children, coastal community representatives, policymakers, academicians, researchers, journalist and civil society representatives. It showcased how children are not just passive victims of climate change—but informed, determined leaders advocating for transformative policy solutions. By facilitating meaningful participation, this event prioritizes children’s rights, amplify their capacities, and provide a platform for leadership. The message was clear and compelling: children are not just tomorrow’s leaders—they are already leading today.

08/05/2025

🌊🌿 4th Annual Coastal Children's Climate Conference 2025 – A Powerful Voice for Change! 🌿🌊

On April 27–28, 2025, the 4th Annual Coastal Children's Climate Conference was successfully held at CSS Ava Centre, Khulna – bringing together the vibrant voices of children from 10 climate-vulnerable upazilas across the south-west coastal belt!

Organized by Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJS) in collaboration with the Children Forum on Climate Change & DRR, BMZ, and KNH-Germany, this two-day event created a dynamic platform for coastal children to share their lived experiences, innovative ideas, and bold demands to tackle climate change and disaster risks.

From heartfelt testimonies to inspiring action plans, the children made it clear: they are not just victims of the climate crisis — they are agents of change. 💪🌎

Key highlights included:
✅ Youth-led panel discussions
✅ Presentations on child-led DRR and climate adaptation
✅ Discussion sessions with government officials, environmentalists, academics, and civil society members

Together, we’re shaping a future where children’s voices lead the way toward resilience and justice.