Association for Community Development

01/06/2026

“Boys are victims of sexual violence too. Stigma and silence often prevent them from seeking help. Families, media, and communities must work together to break the silence and create safer environments for every child.”

— Mr. Satil Siraj, Associate Professor, Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, University of Rajshahi

27/05/2026

🌿 পরিবর্তনের পথে আদিবাসী নারী কৃষকের গল্প
Oxfam in Bangladesh’র সহযোগিতায় এসিডির “কাল্টিভেটিং চেঞ্জ” প্রকল্পের কার্যক্রম এবার Somoy TV’র পর্দায়। 🎥

27/05/2026

On behalf of Association for Community Development (ACD),
we extend our warmest Eid greetings to all.

“May Bangladesh move forward on the path of peace, harmony, and prosperity.”

Eid Mubarak!
Wishing everyone joy, unity, and blessings on this auspicious occasion.

22/05/2026

https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/nation/410901/speakers-concerted-efforts-needed-to-protect-boys

Joint efforts of all the government and non-government organizations concerned, particularly the media, can be crucial for protecting boys from sexual abuse and harassment. There is also a need to expand services and assistance to protect boys from sexual violence. The...

22/05/2026

🟦 A unique debate competition was held in Mohanpur, Rajshahi on the occasion of Blue Umbrella Day 2026 to raise awareness on child protection and prevention of sexual violence against boys.

Organized by Association for Community Development (ACD) with the support of Family For Every Child, the event focused on the motion:
“Negligence of society and institutions has kept sexual abuse against boys invisible.”

Mohabbatpur High School became champion of the competition. 🏆
#14 May 2026
Upazilla Hall Room, Rajshahi
Chief Guest: Fahima Bin Akhter, Upazilla Nirhahi Officer, Mohanpur

22/05/2026

📢 A Call to Action from the Media
Boys are victims too.
This Blue Umbrella Day 2026, let’s break the silence and protect every child.
Act. Protect. Prevent.
Islam, Correspondent,

22/05/2026

📢 A Call to Action from the Media
Boys are victims too.
This Blue Umbrella Day 2026, let’s break the silence and protect every child.
Act. Protect. Prevent.
-Or-Rashid, Staff Reporter,