Celebrating International Rural Women’s Day 2024

LEDARS, under the CREA project supported by Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF)and The Embassy of Sweden, proudly celebrated this special day at ArpangashiaPriyanath Secondary School, Burigoalini Union, Shyamnagar on 15 October 2024. Withthe powerful theme “Build a dignified life for rural women, fight the effects of climatechange,” the event highlighted the critical role of rural women in tackling climatechallenges.The day was marked with a vibrant agricultural fair, a colorful rally, and an engagingdiscussion. Women from Gabura and Burigoalini Union came together to share theirexperiences and voice their resilience. The event was inaugurated by Burigoalini UnionParishad Chairman, Md. Nazrul Islam, with the presence of esteemed guests, includingthe Head Teacher Mr. Soumitra Joaddar, Women’s Affairs Officer Ms. Sumaiya Jannat,local elites, and community members.Together, we continue to uplift rural women and strengthen their role in creating asustainable, climate-resilient future.