As part of the PEDP-II project under the Directorate of Primary Education, Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha organized a student motivation session titled “No Child Will Be Left Behind from Education” at Govipur Government Primary School in Buripota Union. The event aimed to encourage school enrollment and promote inclusive education, especially for children from minority and ultra-poor backgrounds.

🎯 Key Objectives:

✅ Ensure equal participation in education so that no child is deprived due to socio-economic limitations
✅ Increase awareness about education and encourage parents to send their children to school
✅ Foster community consciousness to support educational growth and prevent social degradation

📍 Program Details:

• Location: Govipur Government Primary School, Buripota Union
• Chief Guest: Head Teacher of the school
• Participants Included:
• Chairperson of the School Management Committee
• Parents and guardians
• Students from the local area

🗣️ Activities:

• Discussion on the importance of education and the right to universal access
• Interactive session with parents to promote awareness and engagement in their children’s education
• Motivational talks for students to encourage learning and regular attendance
• Public call to parents to actively support their children's education journey

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Increased interest and awareness about education among students and parents
✅ Parents will be more motivated and committed to supporting their children’s education
✅ Creation of equal educational opportunities for all children, contributing to social equity and long-term development

This initiative strengthens the belief that education is a right, not a privilege, and that every child—regardless of their background—deserves a chance to learn, grow, and succeed.

A discussion meeting titled "Enhancing School Access for Minority and Ultra-Poor Children through Community Awareness" was organized by Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha, in collaboration with the Directorate of Primary Education (PEDP-II). The program aimed to promote inclusive education by ensuring access to primary schools for children from marginalized and underprivileged communities.

🎯 Key Objectives:

✅ Raise community awareness to ensure school access for minority and ultra-poor children
✅ Encourage societal involvement and support in children's education
✅ Inform the public about the effectiveness of government educational initiatives

📍 Event Details:

• Venue: Conference Room, Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha
• Chief Guest: Deputy Commissioner (DC), Meherpur
• Participants Included:
• Parents and guardians from various backgrounds
• Local education officials and socially conscious community members

🗣️ Key Activities:

• Open discussion on the barriers and solutions related to school enrollment for disadvantaged children
• Awareness sessions highlighting the importance of inclusive education
• Distribution of educational materials to children
• Collection of feedback and suggestions from parents to enhance participation and support

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Increased awareness about the importance of education for marginalized children
✅ Strengthened educational support through government programs
✅ Improved parental involvement to make the schooling process more effective and inclusive

This initiative marks a crucial step toward ensuring that every child—regardless of background—has the opportunity to receive a quality education and build a brighter future.

A discussion meeting titled “Implementation of the Tobacco Control Act 2005: Current Status and Way Forward” was organized by Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha in collaboration with the Bangladesh Anti-Tobacco Alliance. The event brought together various stakeholders to assess the present situation of the law’s enforcement and determine actionable strategies for future improvement.

🎯 Objectives of the Program:

✅ Raise awareness about the implementation of the Tobacco Control Act 2005
✅ Analyze the current status of enforcement and identify challenges
✅ Collect insights and suggestions from people of different professions and social backgrounds to strengthen anti-tobacco efforts

📍 Event Details:

• Venue: Office of the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO), Meherpur Sadar
• Chief Guest: Mr. Shah Momin, Upazila Nirbahi Officer, Meherpur Sadar
• Participants Included:
• People from various professions and communities
• Local officials, social workers, educators, and concerned citizens

🗣️ Key Activities:

• Open discussions on the current enforcement status of the Tobacco Control Act 2005 and the challenges faced
• Detailed awareness sessions on the harmful impacts of tobacco use
• Identification of necessary actions and strategies to improve implementation
• Encouragement for active participation in the anti-tobacco movement

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Strengthened enforcement of the Tobacco Control Act 2005
✅ Enhanced public awareness and community engagement
✅ Development of practical action plans to reduce tobacco usage in the future

This event represents a significant step toward building a healthier, tobacco-free society by empowering communities, policymakers, and professionals to work together toward stronger tobacco control enforcement.

Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Anti-Tobacco Alliance, organized a discussion session titled:
"The Role of Health Workers in Implementing the Smoking and Tobacco Products (Control) Act 2005."

🎯 Objectives of the Program:

✅ Raise awareness about the critical role of health workers in controlling the use of tobacco products
✅ Ensure active participation of health workers in the enforcement of the Tobacco Control Act 2005
✅ Educate and inform health workers about the harmful effects of tobacco and their responsibilities under the law

📍 Event Details:

• Venue: Meherpur Upazila Health and Family Planning Office
• Special Guests:
• Upazila Health Officer, Meherpur Sadar
• Health workers from various sectors

🗣️ Activities Conducted:

• In-depth discussion on how health workers can contribute to enforcing the Tobacco Control Act
• Informative sessions on the legal obligations related to tobacco control
• Workshop sessions to educate and train health workers on effective communication about tobacco's health risks

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Enhanced engagement of health workers in the implementation of tobacco control laws
✅ A stronger public health response through active anti-tobacco efforts
✅ Significant contribution from health workers in reducing tobacco usage within communities

This initiative reflects the vital role health professionals play in driving public health initiatives and promoting a tobacco-free environment.

Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Anti-Tobacco Alliance, organized a peaceful human chain campaign under the slogan:
“We Demand Pictorial Health Warnings on All Tobacco Product Packaging.”

🎯 Objectives of the Campaign:

✅ Raise public awareness through pictorial health warnings on tobacco packaging
✅ Inform the general public about the harmful effects of tobacco
✅ Build strong social resistance against tobacco use

📍 Campaign Details:

• Location: Meherpur Sadar Upazila
• Activities Included:
• Human Chain: Citizens from all walks of life joined hands in a peaceful demonstration
• Health Warning Displays: Placards with slogans and images highlighting the dangers of tobacco use were showcased
• Participants: Teachers, health workers, concerned citizens, and members of the local community

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Mandatory inclusion of pictorial health warnings on all tobacco product packaging
✅ Increased public awareness about the harmful impact of tobacco
✅ Greater involvement of all sections of society in the anti-tobacco movement

This initiative plays a vital role in advancing public health goals and fostering a tobacco-free environment by engaging the community in meaningful action.

A public awareness leaflet campaign titled “Implementation of the Tobacco Control Act (2005) and Protection of Non-Smokers’ Rights” was successfully organized by Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha in collaboration with the Bangladesh Anti-Tobacco Alliance.

🎯 Main Objectives of the Campaign:

✅ Ensure a smoke-free environment in public places and public transportation
✅ Protect the rights of non-smokers and raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco
✅ Promote public awareness on the implementation of the Tobacco Control Law

📍 Campaign Inauguration Details:

• Location: Meherpur Sadar Upazila Premises
• Inaugurated by: Mr. Shah Momin, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO), Meherpur Sadar
• Key Activities:
1. Leaflet distribution
2. Public education about the Tobacco Control Act
3. Highlighting the importance of smoke-free public spaces and transport

🌱 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Creation of smoke-free environments in public areas and vehicles
✅ Increased public awareness about the dangers of tobacco use
✅ Protection of non-smokers' rights and promotion of a healthier, tobacco-free society

This initiative is a vital step toward enforcing tobacco laws and building a safer, cleaner environment for all—especially for non-smokers whose rights to clean air must be respected.

In a meaningful step toward socio-economic development, Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha has launched the “Subah Green Bank (Green Savings Program)” with the goal of empowering the poorest families through sustainable and environment-friendly practices.

📌 Objectives of the Program:

✅ Increase self-reliance among low-income families
✅ Promote eco-friendly agricultural activities
✅ Ensure food and nutritional security

📌 Beneficiary Families:

Under this initiative, 14 disadvantaged families received a variety of fruit, forest, and vegetable seeds to support household-level gardening and cultivation.

📌 Program Inauguration:

🎉 The initiative was officially inaugurated by the Honorable Deputy Commissioner of Meherpur District, marking the beginning of a greener and more self-reliant future for the community.

🎯 Expected Outcomes:

✅ Families will become capable of producing their own food
✅ Surplus produce can be sold in the market to generate income
✅ The initiative will contribute to increased greenery and promote sustainable environmental practices

This green savings program not only strengthens household economies but also supports ecological balance—paving the way for long-term development rooted in sustainability and community empowerment.

In a significant step toward financial empowerment, savings accumulated under the 2017–2018 cycle of the Vulnerable Group Development (VGD) program have been returned to beneficiaries. The initiative was organized by Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha in collaboration with the Department of Women Affairs.

📍 Venue: Dariapur Union Parishad, Mujibnagar Upazila
👥 Attendees: Local public representatives, officials from the Department of Women Affairs, representatives from Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha, and VGD beneficiaries.

Objectives of the VGD Program:

✅ Ensure food and economic security for poor and vulnerable women
✅ Promote self-reliance through savings and capacity-building

✅ Encourage small-scale entrepreneurship or income-generating activities using returned savings

Significance of the Savings Return:

The return of saved funds marks a crucial milestone in the journey of VGD beneficiaries toward self-sufficiency. The women can now utilize these funds to start small businesses, support family needs, or invest in further income-generating endeavors.

This initiative not only reflects the success of the VGD program but also strengthens community resilience by empowering women to take control of their financial future.

On October 1, 2018, a total of BDT 275,000 was awarded in educational scholarships to 33 meritorious and underprivileged students through an initiative funded by the Bangladesh NGO Foundation and implemented by Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha.

Objectives of the Program:

📌 Ensure access to education for talented students from low-income families
📌 Reduce school dropout rates through financial assistance
📌 Encourage students to pursue higher education and build a brighter future

Attendees at the Event:

✅ Representatives from Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha
✅ Local education officers and respected community leaders
✅ Parents and guardians of the scholarship recipients

Reactions from the Scholarship Recipients:

Many students and their parents expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support. They shared that the scholarship will greatly assist them in continuing their education and reaching their academic goals.

Subah Samajik Unnayan Sangstha expressed its commitment to continuing such initiatives in the future to support education and uplift communities in need.