WHO WE ARE
Ghashful is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to inclusive socio-economic development in Bangladesh. Ghashful began its journey with humanitarian relief work in the slum areas of Chattogram city in 1972 by the nationally-acclaimed philanthropist and “Begum Rokeya Padak” winner, Shamsunnahar Rahman Paran. Over the decades, it has grown into a multifaceted development organization, fostering sustainable and meaningful change through community-centric Social Development programs and a strong Microfinance portfolio. Guided by a vision of equity and empowerment, Ghashful operates across diverse thematic areas—Health Rights, Family Planning, and Nutrition; Child Education, Rights and Protection; Integrated Community Development and Social Inclusion; Environment-friendly Agriculture, Green Enterprise, and Livelihoods; Climate Action, Adaptation, and Disaster Resilience; Skills & Enterprise Development and Youth Empowerment; Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH); and Advocacy, Awareness, and Civic Engagement—prioritizing women and children and striving to uplift marginalized communities across the nation.
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Shamsunnahar Rahman Paran
Late Shamsunnahar Rahman Paran, the founder of Ghashful was an icon in the development sector of Bangladesh. She was a pioneer in women’s rights and women empowerment in Chittagong City. Her dream was to ensure the education, health rights, and economic inclusion of the vulnerable and marginalized people in our community. She was the Founder of the Lions Club of Chittagong Parijat Elite and a Melvin Jones Fellow for humanitarian works.
LATEST NEWS
COVID-19 RESPONSES FROM GHASHFUL
Spreading Awareness and Building Resilience
GHASHFUL’S CONTRIBUTION TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
