LEDARS

Promoting Adaptation in Agriculture​ Promoting resilient and ecological agriculture in the coast of Bangladesh EXPLORE NOW Enhancing Climate Justice Robust the climate justice movement in Bangladesh for establishing rights
of the climate vulnerable people
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Promoting Sustainable Livelihood Scaling up diversified income generating for poor and marginalized
community
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Enhancing Water and Health Creating access to safe drinking water and WASH facilities in the disaster porn area of Bangladesh EXPLORE NOW Mitigating Loss and Damage Creating access to safe drinking water and WASH facilities in the disaster porn area of Bangladesh EXPLORE NOW Promoting Blue Carbon Upholding human rights and gender equity towards humanity and dignity EXPLORE NOW Managing Knowledge for Climate Strengthening knowledge management for climate adaptation and mitigation EXPLORE NOW Conserving Environment & Ecology Promoting environmental sustainability and ecological harmony EXPLORE NOW Energy Protection Action in Humanitarian Response. Mitigating crisis for humanity and dignity EXPLORE NOW

Serving for Humanity and Dignity

WHO WE ARE
LEDARS (Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society) is a non- profit and non-political organization working for the social, economic, and environmental development of the poor and marginalized people of the southwest region of Bangladesh since 1996. LEDARS has been registered by the Social Welfare Department and NGO Affairs Bureau, Government of Bangladesh. LEDARS is very much engaged with climate change, climate resilience, gender development nature base solutions, environmental conservation, drinking water, WASH, livelihoods, youth development, etc. till now LEDARS has obtained several national and international awards including the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2023, for its innovative and sustainable initiatives. LEDARS is working with marginalized communities like landless, marginal farmers, schedule casts, labour, women-headed families, children, and adolescents.

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Population
456 K
Population
Agriculture
108 K
Agriculture
Water supply
330 K
Water Supply
Youth Engagement
8.6 K
Youth Engagement
WASH Technology
9.6 K
Wash Technologies
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Livelihood Support
Climate Smart Technology
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Climate Smart Technology
Health Care
284 K
Health Care
Emergency response
160 K
Emergency Response

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LEDARS is a nonprofit organization driving sustainable development in Bangladesh. We empower vulnerable communities, build resilience, and create a better future through strong partnerships and action oriented solutions. Passionate and dedicated, we ensure meaningful and lasting impact where it’s needed most. Join us by volunteering your skills, participating in our internship or scholarship programs, or donating to support critical initiatives. Together, we can transform challenges into opportunities. Get involved today and be a part of the change!

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The Touch of a Mini Pond Transforms Sandhya Rani and a Village

SUCCESS STORY

In the remote village of Khutikata, Shyamnagar, Satkhira, the story of 52-year-old Sandhya Rani Sarkar unfolds as a testament to resilience and transformation. Once a destitute housewife, Sandhya’s days were consumed by the struggle to provide for her sick husband and children. Her husband, a day laborer, earned little, and Sandhya often had to rely on collecting cow dung from grazing fields to scrape together a meager existence. Without the ability to repay loans, even neighbors and relatives turned her away in times of need……..

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Our Professional Team

MEET EXPERT TEAM
Founder & Executive Director
Mohon Kumar Mondal, Founder and Executive Director of LEDARS (Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society). He is post postgraduate in Geography from the National University, Bangladesh, and completed a short course from BIARI, Brown University, Roads Island, USA on Disaster Management and Humanitarian response. He has been working in the development field from student life (since 1995). He is the founder and Executive Director of a nonprofit organization, LEDARS. He has taken part in national and international events in his professional life. He was awarded by the State Department of USA’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in 2012. He attended the 4th and 7th World Water Forums in Mexico in 2006 and Korea in 2015 and presented a success story of LEDARS for grassroots development in the water sector. He attended several UNFCCC’s Conference of Parties (COP-15 and 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29). LEDARS has been awarded the 3rd Prize World Water Showcase Award in 2015, the Channel I Standard Chartered Agro award, and the Zayed Sustainability Prize in 2023 under his leadership. He is a member of the US State Alumni Association in Bangladesh.
Program Manager
A.B.M. Zakaria, Program Manager at LEDARS, holds a postgraduate degree in English from Jagannath University and has over two decades of experience in integrated program management. His expertise spans program planning, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) frameworks, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and team building, with a particular focus on climate resilience and community development. At LEDARS, he leads the implementation of innovative development projects aimed at empowering vulnerable communities in Bangladesh's climate-affected coastal regions. His commitment to sustainable development and Human Rights drives his efforts to ensure impactful and qualitative program outcomes. He is instrumental in initiating new programs, developing fundraising strategies, and enhancing the organization's visibility and reach. With his rich experience and dedication, he is focused on addressing climate challenges and advancing LEDARS’ mission to support communities in building resilience and sustainable livelihoods.
Mst. Laila Khatoon
Project Coordinator
Mst. Laila Khatoon serves as the Project Coordinator for the "Strengthening Livelihood Security of Climate Change Vulnerable People" project at LEDARS. With over five years of experience in the development sector, she is a passionate activist and advocate for women's rights. Her expertise spans land, agriculture, climate change, leadership, and capacity building at the grassroots level. She is specializes in mobilizing marginalized communities, coordinating impactful programs, and implementing development initiatives. She has a strong track record in team management, communication, networking, and monitoring, ensuring the success and sustainability of her projects. Ms. Laila completed her Master of Arts in General History from Khulna Govt. Mohila College (National University) in 2016. Her deep connection with the community and focus on field-oriented work make her a respected and dedicated leader in promoting resilience and empowerment for vulnerable populations.
Head of Accounts
Md. Raihan Kabir is a dedicated finance and accounts professional with over eight years of experience. He currently serves as the Head of Accounts at LEDARS, where he excels in financial accounting, budget management, internal audits, and donor relations. With an MBA in Accounting, Raihan has honed his expertise in financial reporting, procurement, and compliance with government and donor requirements. His professional journey began at Islam Jahid & Co. as an Assistant Manager, where he developed skills in auditing and financial statement preparation. Raihan is proficient in Microsoft Word and skilled in communication, financial analysis, accounts softwars (tally prime) and reporting. Driven by a commitment to organizational goals, Raihan actively supports administration and logistics teams while leading procurement processes. He is based in Satkhira, Bangladesh, and is known for his strong work ethic and attention to detail. A CA (CC) certified professional, Raihan continues to contribute to impactful projects in the finance and development sectors

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