Annual Report - 2020-2021
Foreword
We are quick to dwell on the emotional separation that the world wide web brings by limiting the formation of personal and meaningful social connections in our communities. To the contrary, 2020 reminded us of the promised potential of the internet that we often forget: connecting together to create a powerful positive difference. The #BacharLorai movement originated on Zoom and Google Hangouts between Bangladeshi citizens and expatriates who wanted to cushion the impact of COVID-19.
#BacharLorai translates to ‘fight for survival’ in English. Initiated as what it reads to be, it was a simple hashtag that went along with the early efforts of many who wanted to help. From explainer videos that informed citizens, to building treatment capacity in health centres—the idea of Bangladeshis uniting for rapid collective change built an entire movement out of a piece of paper conceived on a late night phone call between a few. And then, it grew. New people, new thoughts, fresh perspectives, and a shared will to create tangible change.
This publication features our collective efforts to disseminate aid and build awareness across all eight divisions of the country. Together, by connecting people with resources, we will continue to create change.
