Oxfam in Bangladesh

"𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧—𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞." At the 𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: 𝐄𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 event, powerful stories came to life. Women farmers, members of the Kayputra community, and women fisherfolk shared words from their hearts, inspiring hope whilst reminding us of our duty towards them. Our new research insights revealed both the challenges being faced and illuminated modern paths moving forward. In collaboration with Agence Française de Développement, Oxfam has made large strides to advance gender equity for marginalized communities, backed by the support from our dedicated partners WADA, Breaking the Silence, Family Ties for Women Development, and Pollishree. Together we all move towards an equal future. #feministinaction #FeministFutures #WomenEmpowerment2024 #genderequity

Bangladesh is currently observing a 22-day fishing ban to protect Mother Hilsa—one of four annual bans implemented in various tenure across the country. These conservation efforts are vital for replenishing fish stock, but the impact on artisanal fisherfolk is often overlooked while social safety nets are insufficient. Law enforcement excesses, corruption, lack of recognition of women in the sector are ultimately driving fisherfolk families deeper into a devastating spiral of poverty and deprivation, gender-based violence included.   Fisherfolks’ voices are not heard in the decision-making table, and their rights are not being protected in the policies. We advocate for amendments where the policies will secure fisherfolks rights along with the fish, as they are the provider of a core component of our traditional diet.   #FishingBan #Water_You_Doing #FisherfolksRights

Oxfam in Bangladesh is supporting women from underprivileged communities, including informal workers in Bangladesh, by focusing on economic empowerment, wage rights, land rights, recognition of work and sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR), GBV through the "Feminist in Action" Project. The initiatives are gradually empowering women in many ways. Let's explore how women in different regions of Bangladesh are becoming aware of their rights and acting as social changemakers. অক্সফ্যাম ইন বাংলাদেশ, 'ফেমিনিস্ট ইন একশন' উদ্যোগের মাধ্যমে সুবিধাবঞ্চিত সম্প্রদায়ের প্রান্তিক নারীদের সামাজিক ও অর্থনৈতিক ক্ষমতায়ন, অপ্রাতিষ্ঠানিক খাতে কর্মরত নারীদের কাজের স্বীকৃতি, প্রাপ্য সঠিক মজুরি ও ভূমির অধিকার নিশ্চিত করতে কাজ করছে। পাশাপাশি এসব নারীদের জেন্ডার-ভিত্তিক সহিংসতা প্রতিরোধ, যৌন ও প্রজনন স্বাস্থ্য অধিকার বিষয়ক সেবা ও পরামর্শ প্রদানে কাজ করছে। চলুন, এই উদ্যোগের মাধ্যমে বাংলাদেশের বিভিন্ন অঞ্চলের নারীরা নিজেদের অধিকার সম্পর্কে কীভাবে সচেতন হচ্ছেন এবং সমাজ পরিবর্তনে কীভাবে ভূমিকা রাখছেন তা দেখে নেওয়া যাক। #women_empowerment #feministinaction #wagerights #agriculture #womenentrepreneurship #landrights Oxfam Oxfam Novib Oxfam in Asia Oxfam International Oxfam in Bangladesh Oxfam America Oxfam Australia Oxfam Canada

It was raining all day long. Sometimes a heavy downpour, sometimes a gentle drizzle. The pond was filled with fresh water and vibrant red-magenta lotus leaves, some lotus buds were eagerly waiting for their bloom. When raindrops fell on leaves, they quivered, creating an epic poetic scene. Nearby, some women walked to the pond to collect water, smiles brightening their faces. For them, it is close to a fairy tale. Why shouldn’t it be? They have waited for 15 long years to tell this tale, before Oxfam’s support to restore and enhance the ecosystem of this pond. Let's read the tale from the thoughts of Shameul Islam Shovon, upon how the pond is supporting this affected community, particularly women, children, and vulnerable groups, as a part of building an equal world. Find the link below: https://lnkd.in/g8amBH_a

Oxfam representatives from Bangladesh, Philippines and Timor-Leste are currently building movements for transformative and equitable care work at the 2024 Asia Pacific Care Forum organised by UN Women in Bangkok from 22-24 Oct 2024 with the theme “Transforming Care: Building Alliances, Empowering Women, Reshaping Economies”. Mahmuda Sultana, Programme Director and Mehzabin Ahmed, Head of Gender Justice and Social Inclusion represents Oxfam in Bangladesh at this international forum. #TransformCare #AsiaPacificCareForum

Are you passionate about making a positive impact and contributing to an equal future? Oxfam in Bangladesh is hiring for several key positions: Senior Programme Officer - Project Management Unit (Deadline: 1 Nov 2024) https://lnkd.in/gjmaieBW Head of Programme Quality and Knowledge Management (Deadline: 26 Oct 2024) https://lnkd.in/geSmzQ_U WASH Specialist (Deadline: 26 Oct 2024) https://lnkd.in/gD95ftc6 Fellowship - Disaster Resilience Research (Deadline: 26 Oct 2024) https://lnkd.in/gGDRm9sP Proposal Development Consultant Pool (Deadline: 2 Nov 2024) https://lnkd.in/gG_Ya9_c Join the #Oxfamily. Lets create an equal future. #Oxfam #JobOpportunities #EqualFuture #HiringNow

The fifth edition of the index released on Monday (21 October) by Oxfam and Development Finance International, Inc. using the latest data from government budgets, ranked 164 governments on their policies regarding public services spending (education, health and social protection), progressive taxation, and labour rights and wages — policies central to reducing inequality. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gZgHMTFV

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐱𝐟𝐚𝐦 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 ‘𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐭𝐲’ Step into the reflections of Julian Francis, one of the many people behind Oxfam’s powerful Testimony of Sixty, as he recounts the stories of the Bangladesh Liberation War and its aftermath. Read on to uncover the history that shaped global action. Oxfam's 1971 "Testimony of Sixty" documented the horrors of the Bangladesh Liberation War, shedding light on the refugee crisis and the genocide by the Pakistan army. Published with powerful first-hand accounts, it mobilized global action and brought awareness to the ongoing Rohingya crisis in 2018. The moving collection remains a testament to the enduring need for justice and humanity. Read more about the history and importance of this landmark document below: https://lnkd.in/gMuyXbBq #BangladeshOrigin #HumanRights #Oxfam #OxfamHistory #OxfamLegacy

Today, 20 organizations, including Oxfam in Bangladesh, hosted 'Road to Baku-COP29: Bangladesh CSOs at the Forefront of the Climate Resilience' at the Department of Environment. Representatives from the government, NGOs, and CSOs shared their insights and opinions on key negotiation priorities for #COP29 based on their work in Bangladesh's climate-vulnerable areas. Rubaya Nasrin Shejuti, Oxfam in Bangladesh's Programme Officer, highlighted the importance of fostering a just energy transition in Bangladesh. The Chief Guest, @Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor for the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, reaffirmed the government's commitment to climate justice, with Dr. Abdul Hamid, Director General of the Department of Environment, also addressing the gathering.

As COP-29 draws closer, marking a critical juncture in global climate negotiations, it is vital for Bangladesh to present a cohesive and unified stance that highlights the country's distinct challenges and priorities. To address these issues, 20 Civil Society Organizations are hosting a Pre-COP 29 event in Dhaka today. The event's Chief Guest will be Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, with Dr. Abdul Hamid, Director General of the Department of Environment, serving as the Guest Speaker.