Community Development Centre - CODEC

🌱 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 🌱

Today, a delegation from ERIKS Development Partner, led by Regional Manager for Asia Mr. Keng BunChhoeuth and Program Monitoring Officer Mr. Prince Elison Baidya, visited the activities of the Agrojatra Project in Mongla Upazila. The visit was facilitated by CODEC Director and Project Focal Person Mr. Wafiq Alam.

📍 The visit began at Chila Village, where the team explored the Sundarban Child Center located near the Sundarbans. The delegation observed learning sessions and interacted with children and community members on important issues related to child rights and child protection.

🥗 Later, the team visited Dhokkhin Kainmari Village and observed a Nutrition Food Preparation Workshop organized near the Trinod Child Center. Children warmly welcomed the guests with vibrant cultural performances, including traditional Jari songs and Lathi Khela.

🍎 The visiting team also explored nutrition stalls where children confidently shared the nutritional benefits of locally available foods and healthy eating practices.

🎓 In the second half of the day, the delegation visited the Makordhone Bridge School and interacted with graduated students and their parents. Community members expressed their appreciation for the positive impact the school has created in improving children’s education and future opportunities.

🤝 The visit reflected the strong partnership between CODEC and ERIKS Development Partner in promoting child rights, education, nutrition, and community participation in the coastal areas of Mongla.

✨ Together, we continue working towards a safer, healthier, and more inclusive future for every child.

📚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 🤝

The CODEC AGROJATRA Project, supported by ERIKS, successfully organized a 3-day refresher training for teachers from Bridge Schools and Education Support Centers at the CODEC Training Center in Kuakata. Teachers and project staff enthusiastically participated in this enriching learning experience.

The training featured subject-based sessions on Mathematics, English, and Science conducted by Master Trainers from the government education department. In addition, the project’s technical team facilitated interactive sessions on modern pedagogy, classroom mastery, and effective classroom management techniques.

The opening ceremony was graced by the District Education Officer of Kuakata, who highlighted the importance of strong collaboration between government institutions and development initiatives in strengthening the education sector. The event was also attended by the Upazila Secondary Education Officer (Additional Charge), Rangabali, and the Upazila Academic Supervisor as distinguished guests.

Through this initiative, participants gained valuable subject-based knowledge as well as practical teaching and classroom management skills, enabling them to create more engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environments for children.

🌱 Together, we continue working towards ensuring quality education and building brighter futures for every child.

💧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢 🌱

A meaningful step toward climate resilience and sustainable access to safe water was marked in Chitalmari Upazila of Bagerhat as CODEC, with the support of Stromme Foundation, organized a distribution ceremony and discussion meeting under the Climate Change Adaptation Project.

Held on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, at the courtyard of the CODEC Microfinance Office in Chitalmari, the event brought together government officials, development practitioners, journalists, and community members in a shared commitment to addressing one of the region’s most pressing challenges — safe drinking water scarcity.

The program was graced by the presence of Ms. Khadija Akter, Honorable Upazila Nirbahi Officer of Chitalmari, as the Chief Guest. Also present were Project Manager A.N.M. Wahid, Technical Officer Kbd. Md. Sabbir Talukdar, CODEC Branch Manager Mr. Alok Majumdar, President of Chitalmari Press Club Ekramul Haque Munshi, local journalists, distinguished guests, and project beneficiaries.

In her remarks, Ms. Khadija Akter highlighted the severe shortage of safe drinking water in Chitalmari and appreciated CODEC’s timely initiative, emphasizing that rainwater harvesting can play a transformative role in improving the lives of vulnerable communities.

Speaking at the event, Md. Sabbir Talukdar reaffirmed CODEC’s long-standing commitment to the coastal communities of Bangladesh since 1985. Through the Climate Change Adaptation Project, CODEC continues to promote sustainable solutions that strengthen resilience against climate-induced challenges.

🌧️ A major highlight of the program was the distribution of 60 rainwater harvesting tanks, each with a capacity of 3,000 liters, among selected beneficiaries.

These tanks are more than just infrastructure — they symbolize hope, health, dignity, and a sustainable future for families facing water insecurity.

Together, through collective action and community resilience, we are building a safer and more climate-resilient tomorrow.