WHAT WE DO
At Action for Rural Advancement (ARA), we implement integrated development programs to improve the lives of vulnerable and marginalized communities across Bangladesh. Our work focuses on sustainability, resilience, and human dignity.
🌱 Climate & Disaster
ARA works in climate-vulnerable coastal areas to strengthen community resilience against climate change and natural disasters.
Key Activities:
- Disaster preparedness and emergency response
- Climate change adaptation and awareness
- Early warning systems and community training
- Rehabilitation support for disaster-affected families
🌾 Agriculture
We support climate-smart and sustainable agricultural practices to improve food security and farmers’ livelihoods.
Key Activities:
- Promotion of climate-resilient crops
- Agricultural training and capacity building
- Distribution of seeds and farming inputs
- Support for small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs
📚 Education
ARA promotes inclusive and quality education for children and disadvantaged communities.
Key Activities:
- Non-formal and primary education programs
- Pre-primary education support
- Educational materials distribution
- Awareness programs to reduce child labor and dropout rates
👩 Women Empowerment
We empower women to become economically and socially independent.
Key Activities:
- Skills training and income-generating activities
- Prevention of gender-based violence
- Legal aid and counseling support
- Leadership and awareness programs for women
💧 WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
ARA ensures access to safe drinking water and improved sanitation facilities.
Key Activities:
- Installation of safe water systems and filters
- Hygiene awareness campaigns
- Sanitation facility development
- Community-based water management initiatives
🤝 Social Protection & Inclusion
We work to protect the rights of vulnerable groups and ensure social inclusion.
Key Activities:
- Support for elderly people and persons with disabilities
- Legal aid and human rights awareness
- Child protection and anti-trafficking initiatives
- Social safety net support programs
🌿 Sustainable Livelihoods
ARA helps communities develop sustainable income opportunities.
Key Activities:
- Livelihood diversification programs
- Small business and entrepreneurship support
- Vocational and technical training
- Access to financial resources and markets
👨🎓 Youth & Skills
We focus on youth development through skills and employment opportunities.
Key Activities:
- Vocational and technical training programs
- Skill development for employment and self-employment
- Youth engagement and leadership programs
- Digital and life skills training
