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Humanitarian Programme
ActionAid Bangladesh’s Humanitarian Response Programme delivers timely, rights-based support to communities affected by disasters, climate shocks, and displacement. Grounded in a feminist and locally led approach, the programme prioritizes the leadership, safety, and resilience of women, girls, and marginalized groups.
Background
From rapid emergency response during floods, cyclones, and humanitarian crises to long-term recovery and resilience building, ActionAid works alongside communities to ensure access to food, safe shelter, clean water, and protection services. The programme is particularly active in climate-vulnerable coastal regions and in the Rohingya refugee response in Cox’s Bazar, where it supports women-led initiatives, safe spaces, and essential services.
Core Areas Include
- Emergency Response & Relief
- Rapid delivery of food, safe water, shelter, and essential supplies during floods, cyclones, and other crises.
- Women-Led Humanitarian Action (WLHA)
- Empowering women and girls to lead response efforts, ensuring their voices, safety, and needs are prioritized.
- Protection & Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention
- Establishing safe spaces, providing psychosocial support, and preventing violence against women and vulnerable groups.
- Rohingya Refugee Response
- Delivering humanitarian assistance, protection services, and women-friendly spaces in Cox’s Bazar camps.
- Recovery & Resilient Livelihoods
- Supporting communities to rebuild homes, restore income sources, and strengthen climate-resilient livelihoods.
- Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Preparedness
- Building community capacity through early warning systems, training, and disaster preparedness initiatives.
- Climate & Humanitarian Nexus
- Addressing climate-induced disasters through adaptive, sustainable, and locally led solutions.
- Advocacy & Policy Influence
- Promoting inclusive humanitarian policies and amplifying community voices at national and global levels.
Events
Event
Global Climate Strike 2026
Carrying the slogan “No Future Without Nature”, more than a hundred young people took to the streets on 8 May, 2026, demanding a fossil fuel-free world. The climate strike was held on Friday morning at Manik Mia Avenue in the capital, marking the Global Climate Strike. The programme brought together young representatives from 30 youth organisations across the country and eight global platform youth hubs, alongside ActionAid Bangladesh. During the demonstration, young climate activists called for an immediate end to fossil fuel dependency and demanded a systematic shift towards renewable energy through a just transition. As part of the protest, demonstrators displayed a giant “monster” made from discarded plastic, symbolising the devastating impact of plastic pollution and fossil fuels on the environment. Activists also staged a symbolic performance wearing masks to highlight the health risks associated with fossil fuel use. A rally was later held along Manik Mia Avenue following the gathering. Alongside Dhaka, thousands of young people joined the movement in 27 other districts across the country. Members of the ‘Activista’ network organised marches and rallies in different parts of the country, including Chattogram, Khulna, Barishal and Sylhet, demanding climate justice. The Global Climate Strike is observed worldwide every year under the ‘Fund Our Future’ campaign. In Bangladesh, a broad coalition of youth organisations joined the movement in solidarity with the ‘Fund Our Future’ campaign of ActionAid Bangladesh and the call of . The movement demanding an end to harmful fossil fuels and greater investment in renewable energy includes Ashar Alo Youth Welfare Association, Climate Frontier, EcoBangla, Future Flare Foundation, Green Peace Youth Deployment Society, Janakallayan Shangstha, Kashful Foundation, Mission Green Bangladesh, OAB Foundation (Over All Bangladesh Foundation), Odommo’19 Youth Foundation, Rongmohol for Youth, Rupnator, Society for Action and Development Alternative (SADA), Sharub Youth Team, SHBO (Service for Human Being Organization), Shopno Proyash Jubo Sangstha, Shurjodoy Youth Society, The Nutrification, The Shundarbans, United National Cultural Organization for Rural Area (UNCORA), Weave Bangladesh, Youth Action for Social Development. (YASD), Young Climate Action Network (YOUCAN), Youth Action for Development (YAD), Youth for Uplift Bangladesh
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Scholarship Support for Medical Students
On 12 April 2026, ActionAid Bangladesh successfully organised a scholarship distribution event for five promising programme participants from LRP 45 (Ghoraghat) and LRP 51 (Chanpara). This initiative, made possible through the generous support of a donor and their network from Italy, is designed to assist students from vulnerable backgrounds who are pursuing studies in Medical and Nursing fields, enabling them to continue their education and progress toward their aspirations. Among the recipients, four are female Nursing students, while one male student is currently pursuing his MBBS degree. The first installment of the scholarships was formally handed over by our Country Director, Farah Kabir, at the ActionAid Dhaka Office. These young individuals reflect remarkable strength, resilience, and determination. Despite coming from remote and hard-to-reach communities, their journeys demonstrate how timely and meaningful support can transform challenges into opportunities. Together, we remain dedicated to creating a future where every young person is empowered to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential
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Celebrating the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2026 in Cox’s Bazar
Sport creates friendship, brings peace, and offers moments of joy where people can forget their daily struggles and feel a sense of hope and belonging. On the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2026, youth, women, girls, persons with disabilities, and community leaders in Cox’s Bazar camps and host communities engaged in rallies, football matches, and fun games under the theme, "Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers." The activities created inclusive and safe spaces where communities strengthened teamwork, social bonds, and peaceful coexistence through sport. With support from UNHCR and UEFA Foundation for Children, these initiatives are helping communities reduce stress, encourage positive engagement among youth, and create a more connected and supportive environment in their daily lives.
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