YOUReach - Youth in Research and Action for Social Change

23/10/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱

The 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 is supported by the 𝗚𝗢𝟰𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲, jointly undertaken by the WaterAid Bangladesh–Swisscontact 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘂𝗺, with support from Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh.

We sincerely appreciate our partners’ continued efforts and support in addressing the environmental and climate-related challenges of the Barind region. Their ongoing commitment to sustainable development and climate resilience provides valuable momentum for advancing locally relevant solutions and strengthening the region’s future.

Through this policy dialogue, we aim to develop a dedicated climate policy statement for the Barind region and advocate for its adoption by policymakers, ensuring that the region’s unique challenges and priorities receive the attention they deserve.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our partners for standing alongside us and supporting the journey towards a more sustainable and climate-resilient future.

21/10/2026

20/10/2026

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆!
(Theme : Climate Change)

Huge congratulations to the shortlisted teams of the YOUReach Youth Research Grants for Action 2026 under the theme of Climate Change : Adaption & Mitigation, Climate Justice, Loss and Damage, Climate Impact!

Your dedication, innovative research ideas, and drive to make an impact truly shine. Here are the teams :

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗦
▪️ Israt Hoque Raha - Economics Discipline, KU
▪️ Meherunnesha Payel - Economics Discipline, KU
▪️ Progga Haque - Economics Discipline, KU
▪️ Md. Shihab Sumon - Economics Discipline, KU

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗟𝗔𝗕
▪️ Sanjida Armin Meem - Dept. of Law, Gopalganj Science and Technology University
▪️ Md. Yeasir Arafat - Dept. of Political Science, University of Rajshahi
▪️ Md. Nayem Mondal - Dept. of International Relations, University of Rajshahi
▪️ Md. Atikur Rahman - Dept. of Law, Gopalganj Science and Technology University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗨𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗨𝗟𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗔
▪️ Md. Amit Hasan - Bangladesh Maritime University
▪️ Farjana Akther Koly - Bangladesh Maritime University
▪️ Md. Sajid Anam Haque - University of Dhaka
▪️ Nawshin Alam - Bangladesh Maritime University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗗
▪️ Ayesha Siddika - University of Rajshahi
▪️ Md. Sobuj Mia - University of Rajshahi
▪️ Md. Yeasir Arafat - University of Rajshahi

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗘𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗫
▪️ Khandakar Taki Md. Sadi - University of Dhaka
▪️ Subrina Israt - Noakhali Science and Technology University
▪️ Farhana Yasmin - Noakhali Science and Technology University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗢𝗕𝗨𝗝
▪️ Azizun Nahar Tama - National College of Home Economics
▪️ Md. Sajjatuj Jaman Sujon - Gopalganj Science and Technology University
▪️ Al Mamun Rakib - Independent University, Bangladesh

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗠𝗥
▪️ Jannatul Adun Mukta - Patuakhali Science and Technology University
▪️ Abu Syed Al-Imam - Bangladesh Maritime University
▪️ Neelotpal Das - Patuakhali Science and Technology University
▪️ Mamonur Rashid Hasib - Patuakhali Science and Technology University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗥𝗔
▪️ Dr. Md. Rostom Ali - PhD in Social Work (Major), IBS, RU
▪️ Most. Falguny Akter - University of Rajshahi
▪️ Sheikh Samiha Iffat Rifah - Jashore University of Science and Technology
▪️ Kazi Nishat Aunjum - University of Dhaka

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗨𝗧𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗢𝗡
▪️ Didarul Islam Mohsin - University of Chittagong
▪️ Meherub Hossain - University of Chittagong
▪️ Ashima Das - University of Chittagong
▪️ Faria Islam Mim - University of Chittagong

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧
▪️ Md Syful Islam - Shahjalal University of Science and Technology
▪️ Mst. Sanjida Hussain Toma - Shahjalal University of Science and Technology
▪️ Tahsina Marjan - Shahjalal University of Science and Technology

We wish all the shortlisted teams for their immense hardwork as they've translated their research into actionable, real-world solutions! Keep pushing the boundaries of youth leadership and research excellence.

𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 - 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁?

17/10/2026

𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧: 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲!

It's happening now! We are excited to announce our upcoming 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 on Turning Climate Victims into Climate Justice under the initiative called 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁!

The Barind Tract faces severe environmental challenges, and it is time to turn research and advocacy into meaningful action and policy solutions. Join us as key stakeholders, experts, and youth leaders come together to address climate vulnerabilities and fight for sustainable climate justice.

This initiative is brought to you by
YOUReach - Youth in Research and Action for Social Change

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲
31 October 2026

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more updates!

15/10/2026

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆!
(Theme : Environmental Sustainability, SDG-Based Solutions for Bangladesh)

Huge congratulations to the shortlisted teams of the YOUReach Youth Research Grants for Action 2026 under the theme of Environmental Sustainability : SDG-Based Solutions for Bangladesh!

Your dedication, innovative research ideas, and drive to make an impact truly shine. Here are the teams :

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗡𝗬𝗬
▪️ Mohammad Fahim Ahmed - CUET
▪️ Ashrafun Nahin - CUET
▪️ Md. Yasir Bhuiyan - CUET
▪️ Mohammad Yead Hossain - CUET

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗟
▪️ Md. Ashik Iqbal Faruky - Khulna University
▪️ Md. Shamiul Sharif Ahmed - Khulna University
▪️ Shaikh Mufrad Rahaman Anim - Khulna University
▪️ Noyrin Islam - Khulna University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗢 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥
▪️ Dr. Md. Tareq Bin Salam - Associate Professor, Soil, Water and Environment Discipline, KU
▪️ Asha Akter - Khulna University
▪️ Joy Kumar Ghosh - Khulna University
▪️ Md. Ashraful Islam - Khulna University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗘𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦
▪️ Shiekh Jayed Ahmed Noyon - Sylhet Engineering College
▪️ Fahmiduzzaman - Sylhet Engineering College
▪️ Ayesha Ahmed Nirjana - Bangladesh University of Professionals

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘
▪️ Nusrat Jahan Tisha - Islamic University
▪️ Sirajum Munira - Islamic University
▪️ Salma Joardar - Pabna University of Science and Technology

We wish all the shortlisted teams for their immense hardwork as they've translated their research into actionable, real-world solutions! Keep pushing the boundaries of youth leadership and research excellence.

𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 - 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁?

11/10/2026

𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗗𝗥. 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗩𝗔𝗭 𝗔𝗭𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗨𝗟 𝗛𝗨𝗤 𝘀𝗶𝗿! 🎂

YOUReach - Youth in Research and Action for Social Change extends its warmest birthday wishes to Dr. Parvaz Azharul Huq, Advisor of YOUReach, who's also a distinguished professor in the Department of Public Administration at the University of Rajshahi.

With a PhD from Flinders University, Australia, and an academic background spanning development studies and public administration, Dr. Haq brings valuable expertise in public policy, local governance, development management, and social change.

On this special day, we celebrate his academic excellence, dedication to knowledge, and commitment to advancing society through research and development.

May the year ahead bring him good health, happiness, continued success, and many more opportunities to inspire future generations and contribute to meaningful social transformation.

Happy Birthday, Sir! May your wisdom and guidance continue to illuminate the path toward a better future. 💙

YOUReach — Youth, Research, Action, Change.

11/10/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆: 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁!

Are you a photographer passionate about climate justice? Capture the realities of the climate crisis in the Barind Region and showcase your work at the upcoming exhibition featured at the 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲: 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲.

We invite powerful photographs highlighting three core themes:

▪️ Heatwaves
▪️ Drought
▪️ Water Crisis

📍 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Photographs must be taken within the Barind Region. Participants must mention the specific location where each photograph was captured.

📋 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀

✔️ Format: JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg)
✔️ Resolution: Minimum 3,000 pixels on the longest side
✔️ Print resolution: Minimum 300 dpi
✔️ File size: Minimum 10 MB per photograph
✔️ Both colour and black-and-white photographs are accepted
✔️ Each participant may submit up to 5 photographs per category, with a maximum of 10 photographs in total

🏆 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

🔸 Best Photographer Award for the top submissions
🔸 Certificate of Acknowledgement for all selected photographs

Ready to showcase your perspective? Check the comment section for registration details and submission guidelines.

Let your photographs tell the story of the Barind Region and inspire action for climate justice!

10/10/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 | 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬

Mental health matters every day. Behind every smile, there may be a struggle we cannot see—and sometimes, a simple conversation can make a meaningful difference.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it is a step towards healing. This World Mental Health Day, let’s take small but meaningful actions to support ourselves and those around us.

Three small steps to make a difference today:
▪️ Check in on a friend or loved one.
▪️ Practice self-kindness and set healthy boundaries.
▪️ Reach out for support when things feel overwhelming.

At YOUReach, we believe that building a supportive community begins with listening, understanding, and reminding one another that no one has to face their struggles alone.

This World Mental Health Day, let's make checking in a habit, listening an act of care, and seeking help a sign of strength.

Who will you check in on today?

09/10/2026

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆!
(Theme : Public Health in Medical Science)

Huge congratulations to the shortlisted teams of the YOUReach Youth Research Grants for Action 2026 under the theme Public Health : Medical Science!

Your dedication, innovative research ideas, and drive to make an impact truly shine. Here are the teams :

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗙𝗕𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛
Arpita Das - Jahangirnagar University (Team Lead)
Dr. Pabittra Kumar Shill - Gono Bishwabidyalay
Joyonto Shaha - Bangladesh Agricultural University
Uzzal Chandra Shaha - Gachon University (Mentor)

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗡
Mst Fariha Tabassum - University of Rajshahi (Team Lead)
Dr. Nasim Mahmud Khandker - Sirajgonj Medical College
Mst. Sumaya Mustarin Moon - University of Rajshahi
Naima Sultana Punom - University of Rajshahi

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗛𝗬𝗦𝗜𝗢
Dr. K M Amran Hossain - Jashore University of Science and Technology (Team Lead)
Md. Shoriful Islam - Jashore University of Science and Technology
Ambika Kormoker - Jashore University of Science and Technology
Abdullah Al Noman - Jashore University of Science and Technology

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗠𝗢𝗦-𝗕𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛
Md. Aftabur Rahman - Jahangirnagar University (Team Lead)
Jannatul Mawa Jannat - Jahangirnagar University
Sumya Azad Choity - Jahangirnagar University
Samia Kabir Heya - Jahangirnagar University

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦-𝟰
Annesha Majumder - Jahangirnagar University (Team Lead)
Palash Chandra Roy - Jahangirnagar University
Shawon Sarkar Joy - Gono Bishwabidyalay
Uzzal Chandra Shaha - Gachon University (Mentor)

We wish all the shortlisted teams for their immense hardwork as they've translated their research into actionable, real-world solutions! Keep pushing the boundaries of youth leadership and research excellence.

𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 - 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁?

09/10/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 | 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

Are you looking to build strong, impactful project frameworks before writing your proposals?

To help youth-led and women-led organizations strengthen their core project design capabilities, we are pleased to announce an insightful session on:

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 : 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹

Join us with
Tasaffy M Hossain
Founder & Managing Director
Bonhishikha - unlearn gender

as she'll guide participants through designing strong project frameworks to win grant proposals.

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔 — 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 & 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
▪️ Overview of Writing Proposals
▪️ Review of Homework Discussions: What grants participants are thinking of and why, and how they plan to frame their projects

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗕 — 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 & 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴

▪️ What are Theories of Change and how do they help design your project and win proposals?
▪️ Activity, output, outcome and impact in your theory of change
▪️ Hands-on Activity: Draft a Theory of Change for your project

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲
10 October 2026

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺
Zoom

𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘆
YOUReach - Youth in Research and Action for Social Change

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘆
বহ্নিশিখা Bonhishikha - unlearn gender
International Centre for Climate Change & Development (ICCCAD)
SheRAA Women's Climate Resilience and Adaptation Alliance

Join us to learn, reflect, and strengthen your organization’s approach to project design and grant proposals!