Ethnic Community Development Organization - ECDO

Ethnic Community Development Organization - ECDO ECDO is a non-government and not-for-profit voluntary organization working for the indigenous peoples

ECDO is a non-government and not-for-profit voluntary organization working for the development of different indigenous communities in Sylhet Division, the northeastern corner of Bangladesh. Our aim is to ensure the realization of equality and empowerment amongst indigenous peoples and to eliminate the discrimination against these communities from mainstream society. ECDO has extremely good links w

ith the leaders of local indigenous communities, and as we are indigenous people ourselves, ECDO benefits from having a unique link and bond of trust with its target beneficiaries, and thus greater access in to indigenous communities than might be enjoyed by other, non-indigenous organizations. We utilize this advantage by involving the communities as much as possible in all decision-making processes, and we operate a right-based approach to development. Our philosophy is to utilize everything from high-quality academic research to regular open-forum discussions in villages to try to understand the situation and needs of the indigenous people, and we always attempt to make their analyses as participatory as possible, to ensure a sense of community empowerment, ownership, and long-term sustainability to the projects. From its inception, ECDO has formed its mission and vision from the opinions and needs of the indigenous people themselves. Our vision
ECDO envisages a society where empowered, educated, aware and culturally diverse indigenous groups are able to ensure their own human development free from discrimination, poverty and exploitation.

On 8 June, Ethnic Community Development Organization - ECDO team visited the Mongolpur Manipuri Language Center (MLC) i...
10/06/2026

On 8 June, Ethnic Community Development Organization - ECDO team visited the Mongolpur Manipuri Language Center (MLC) in Kamalganj, Moulvibazar, established under Primary Level Education Support for Marginalized Children (PLESMC) project supported by Stromme Foundation, Norway.The visit aimed to observe the learning environment, interact with the children, and review the ongoing educational activities being implemented at the center.

As part of the field visit, ECDO team also conducted one-to-one conversations with several guardians to better understand their perspectives, gather valuable feedback, and discuss the educational progress and needs of their children. These meaningful interactions play a vital role in strengthening community engagement and fostering a collaborative approach to children's education.

During the visit, the children proudly demonstrated their progress in reading and writing using the Manipuri script, reflecting the positive impact of the initiative in preserving indigenous language and culture while enhancing foundational learning skills.

The visit was attended by Tasnim Chowdhury, Project Coordinator of ECDO, Momtahinur Rahman Chowdhury, Assistant Program Coordinator, and Sattyajit Singha Manihar, Project Officer of ECDO. Their participation reaffirmed ECDO's commitment to closely monitoring project activities, engaging with the community, and ensuring effective implementation of educational initiatives.

07/06/2026

An exciting and joyful moment of traditional Manipuri women playing the indigenous indoor game “Kang Sanaba” at the Manipuri village in Sylhet city.
Kang Sanaba is not just a game — it is a precious symbol of Manipuri culture, unity, tradition, and community spirit passed down through generations. Seeing our women actively preserving and celebrating this heritage is truly inspiring.
Let us continue to protect and promote our indigenous cultural identity for future generations.

26/05/2026

Last part of the Tree Plantation Program of ECDO at Airport High School, Sylhet

23/05/2026

ECDO’s tree plantation program at Haji abdus Samad Memorial Academy, Sylhet.

21/05/2026

ECDO’s tree plantation program at Bhararhat village of Patro indigenous Community, Sylhet Sadar Upazila.

Ethnic Community Development Organization (ECDO) organized a tree plantation and sapling distribution program on 20 May ...
20/05/2026

Ethnic Community Development Organization (ECDO) organized a tree plantation and sapling distribution program on 20 May 2026 at Airport High School, Hazi Abdus Samad Memorial Academy in Sylhet Sadar Upazila, and in Bharerhat village inhabited by the Patro community.
More than 1000 saplings were planted and distributed among students and local community members. The initiative was inaugurated by Mr. Lakshmikanta Singh, Executive Director of ECDO, who actively participated in the plantation activities alongside students and community members.
The program included the plantation and distribution of over 15 species of saplings, including moringa, neem, mango, litchi, jackfruit, wax apple (jamrul), Indian gooseberry (amla), along with various fruit-bearing, forest, and medicinal plants.ECDO conducted this event as part of its ongoing climate action initiatives and commitment to environmental protection.

20/05/2026

Tree Plantation program at Haji Abdus Samad Memorial Academy, Mohaldik, Sylhet

20/05/2026

Tree Plantation Program at Bhararhat, Sylhet

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Shilpi Konthoujam, Nusrat Tisha, Uchimong Chowdhury
14/05/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Shilpi Konthoujam, Nusrat Tisha, Uchimong Chowdhury

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98 Asha, Nayabazar Manipuri Para, East Sadatikor
Sylhet
3100

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+8801711268650

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