Sunamganj district, located in the northeastern Haor region (wetlands) of Bangladesh, faces severe water and sanitation challenges due to its unique geography and socio-economic conditions. The district, characterized by wetlands and frequent seasonal floods, struggles with access to safe drinking water and proper sanitation, especially during the monsoon season. Arsenic…
In regions where marginalised voices have long remained unheard, and governance systems struggled to reflect the will and needs of all people, a new initiative emerged with a powerful mission: to empower those at the periphery of development, reinforce participatory governance, and use data-driven approaches to shape equitable policies. At…
Bangladesh, located in the tropical region, experiences 78% of global lightning incidents, making it one of the most lightning-prone countries in the world. Lightning strikes are a significant cause of human casualties, with an average of 300 deaths annually, according to the United Nations. The pre-monsoon period (April–June), particularly during the Nor’wester (Kaalboishakhi)…
ToGETHER – Towards Greater Effectiveness and Timeliness in Humanitarian Emergency Response With the support of the German Federal Foreign Office and Malteser International, ERA has been implementing a localization project titled “ToGETHER! – Towards Greater Effectiveness and Timeliness in Humanitarian Emergency Response” in Bangladesh since 2024. The ToGETHER (Towards Greater…
The proposed project is fully aligned with its Goal: “Build women’s leadership capacity and increased resilience of the most vulnerable communities to address climate change impact” with specific focus on climate driven impact that leverage community resilience against climate-related risk and boost up the collective social actions for preparing them to combat…
The Health Rights Forum Sunamganj is a non-government platform in Bangladesh that aims to promote health and human rights for marginalized communities in the Sunamganj district. The platform focuses on improving access to healthcare services and advocating for the rights of vulnerable populations, including women, children, and people living in…
Efforts for Rural Advancement (ERA) and Oxfam, Bangladesh made a partnership for emergency response in Sunamganj. Emergency contingency stock is crucial for the organization to be prepared for unexpected events. It is reserve of essential items that can sustain life and provide basic necessities during emergencies such as natural disasters,…
Mutual Learning for Improving Health and Nutrition Scenerio Project Bangladesh and Nepal have faced similar healthcare and nutritional challenges, particularlyamong vulnerable populations such as women and children. The “Mutual Learning for Improving Healthand Nutrition Scenario” project aims to address these challenges by facilitating the exchange of learningexperiences, approaches, tools, and…
Child & Youth Centered Development Project is implementing in Tahirpur Upazila underSunamganj district which is an initiative aimed at promoting the holistic development of children and youth.The project focuses on creating safe spaces where children and youth can develop their physical, cognitive,emotional, and social skills through a range of activities…
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