Around 40% of children in Bangladesh experience multidimensional poverty, facing deprivations in areas such as education, health, housing, and sanitation. Malnutrition remains a major concern, with 28% of children stunted and 9.8% suffering from wasting. Additionally, over 4 million children are engaged in child labour, many in hazardous conditions.
WDAF’s Social Development Programs are designed to promote human dignity, social justice, and equal access to fundamental rights and services. The foundation works to uplift the underprivileged through inclusive, rights-based approaches.
To reduce poverty and build economic resilience, WDAF undertakes targeted livelihood initiatives aimed at creating sustainable income sources and empowering individuals—particularly women and youth—to become self-reliant
Started in 2011, the school provides inclusive, quality education to underprivileged children, fostering knowledge, life skills, and values for personal growth and brighter, empowered futures.
Started in 2013, the centre offers hands-on skill-building and vocational training to youth and women, promoting sustainable livelihoods, financial independence, and engagement in the workforce.
Started in 2020, this initiative empowers rural women artisans by revitalizing traditional crafts, encouraging creativity, and ensuring fair trade through training, product innovation, and market access.
Started in 2023, WDAF Agro promotes eco-friendly farming, climate-smart practices to improve food security, enhance income, and support resilient farming communities.
I am deeply inspired by the activities of JDS. Their dedication to education, healthcare, child welfare, and humanitarian assistance is truly commendable. In particular, their comprehensive support—providing shelter, education, and care—for orphans and vulnerable children is highly admirable. JDS stands as a humanitarian and responsible example in the development sector.
Volunteering with the WDA Foundation has been a truly life-changing experience. I had the opportunity to work directly with communities, and witness real impact on the ground. The dedication of the team, their commitment to empowering the underserved, and the warmth of the people I met inspired me deeply. I’m proud to have been part of an organization that’s creating lasting change in Bangladesh.