A Journey of Care, Hope, and Strength Towards Healing
In Bangladesh, cancer has emerged as a formidable health crisis, claiming over 150,000 lives annually, with thousands more suffering silently due to a lack of awareness, early detection, and affordable treatment. In 2012, amidst this grim reality, a small, heartfelt initiative took root—a few compassionate individuals started collecting donations to help cancer patients in need. […]
Accelerating Gender Equality: Financing for SDG 5 in the APAC Region
Women and girls make up one half of the world’s population. Their full and equitable economic, social, and political participation is crucial for global development, resilience, and prosperity. Over
As Temperatures Soar, Philanthropy Can Power up South Asia’s Cooling Innovators
Rising temperatures threaten lives and livelihoods around the world. From cities to remote villages, South Asian innovators are tackling the threat – working hand-in-hand with the communities in greatest danger.
Asia-Based Winners of the 2021 SAFE STEPS Disaster-Tech Awards
Innovative oil spill recovery and dam water level monitoring solutions receive a US$75,000 grant each to help save lives from natural disasters.
At COP27, a Call to Root Climate Action and Justice in Land Rights for Women and Rural Communities
Co-Author: Rachel McMonagle 5 min read Anandini Munda’s typical day begins before dawn, as she rises to catch shrimp fries in the Chunār River, a distributary in the Ganges Delta in Bangladesh. Anandini, 34, and other women in her village sell the fries to shrimp farms to earn a living, though she says the fries […]
AVPN 2020 Annual Review
2020 has forced us to acknowledge the depth of our interconnectedness. Many of our members have stepped up quickly and delivered practical and concrete support where it is needed. Our Annual Review highlights how our members have connected with each other, learnt from one another, and led the sector towards systemic change.
Bangladesh Cancer Aid Trust
Bangladesh Cancer Aid Trust (BANCAT) is a leading organization dedicated to revolutionizing cancer care in Bangladesh. It addresses the country’s dire need for comprehensive support and resources for cancer patients. BANCAT’s initiatives span nationwide cancer awareness campaigns, holistic care for underprivileged patients through Alok Nibash, and mental wellness support via Alokon. With a mission to […]
BRAC
BRAC, the world’s largest southern-led global development organization, is renowned for its commitment to alleviating poverty and supporting the empowerment of individuals in low-income communities. Founded by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed in 1972 after the independence of Bangladesh, BRAC has since expanded beyond Bangladesh into Asia and Africa, and partners with over 100 million people […]
Bridging Sectors, Saving Lives: A-PAD Bangladesh’s Model for Climate-Sensitive Disaster Response
Bangladesh faces escalating climate disasters that create cascading health emergencies requiring coordinated responses across multiple sectors. Since 2018, A-PAD Bangladesh has pioneered a multi-sectoral coordination model that transforms disaster response into comprehensive climate-health resilienc
