Q3 - Bangladesh Recovery Fund

Written By Talha Khan

Impact Targets

Crowdfunding Goal: $4,000

Timeline: Aug 2024 - Dec 2024

Target: 400 beneficiaries

Location: All Divisons in Bangladesh

SDG Alignment: SDG 8

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$4,681 raised of $4,000 goal

Esteemed Donors

Crowdfunding

Tahseen Galib Pavel, Abid Bin Razzaque, Stephanie Crean, Samiha Tahsin, Mohammed Shayriar, Aaraf Ahmed, Nadiha Noor Chelsea, Syeda Hossain, Shababa Huda, Samiha Ibnat, Ifrad Jawad, Sharmin Rahman, Romaisha Rahman, Inma Sumaita, Evelyn Serran, Tausif Bashar, Fatima Zohra, Zahin Ahmed, Parisa Aziz, Fariha Imran, Husein Yataabarry Muslim Community Network, Syed Wasiul Islam, Shamsul Arefin, Aahir Chakroborty Saha, Xander Attisano, Tarique Khan, Nafees Rahman, Mahdin Khan, Kevin Roy, Aamer Khan and Priscila Paulose.

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Toronto Bengali Young Professionals (TBYP)

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Overview

The recent national protests in Bangladesh have had devastating effects on many families, especially those with low and middle incomes. These protests have resulted in loss of life, arrests, injuries, property damage, and significant economic hardship. Informal workers, small business owners, and day labourers have been hit particularly hard, facing limited access to financial support and recovery resources.

This fundraiser seeks to support Bangladesh's civil society, restore the economic stability of vulnerable families and help the general public, including daily-wage earners, recover from the disruptions caused by the protests.

With a focus on at-risk and minority populations, BacharLorai's initiative aims to provide immediate and comprehensive economic relief to those affected by the protests through a multi-faceted approach:

  • Supporting Families of Deceased Individuals: Providing financial assistance and emotional support to families who have lost their loved ones during the protests. This includes covering funeral expenses and offering grief counseling services to help families cope with their loss.

  • Aiding Families of Arrested Individuals: Assisting families of those who have been arrested, ensuring they have the resources needed to navigate legal challenges and sustain their households during this difficult time.

  • Helping Injured Individuals: Covering medical treatment costs for those injured during the protests, including rehabilitation and psychological support.

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, this initiative seeks to restore the economic stability of vulnerable families and help them recover from the disruptions caused by the protests.

How Your Donation Helps

Your donation supports a comprehensive recovery effort designed to address multiple facets of the affected communities' needs:

  • Community-Based Support: Partnering with reputable local non-profits and grassroots organizations to ensure that support reaches those most in need and is tailored to the specific circumstances of each community.

  • Sustainable Solutions: Investing in long-term recovery efforts, such as vocational training and small business support, to help individuals regain economic independence and resilience.

  • Medical and Psychological Support: Ensuring access to healthcare services, including trauma counseling and physical rehabilitation for those injured during the protests.

  • Educational Support: Ensuring children from affected families can continue their education by providing school supplies, scholarships, and tutoring services.

Screening Process

  • Thorough Screening Process: Each beneficiary will be carefully screened through a rigorous process to ensure they meet the criteria for support. This process includes verifying the extent of the impact from the protests and assessing the specific needs of each family.

  • Collaboration with Non-Profit Organizations: BacharLorai will partner with reputable local non-profits and grassroots organizations to identify and support beneficiaries. These partnerships ensure that aid is distributed efficiently and reaches the most affected individuals.

  • End-to-End Reporting: We commit to complete transparency in our operations. Detailed reports will be generated to track how funds are utilized, who receives them, and the outcomes of the support provided. These reports will be publicly available on our website to maintain accountability.

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SDG Alignment

The initiative primarily aligns with the following SDG 8 target:

  • SDG 8.2: Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors.

  • SDG 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services.

Context

The national protests in Bangladesh have highlighted the socio-economic vulnerabilities of many communities. The unrest has exacerbated existing issues, making it difficult for families to meet their basic needs.

Drawing on the successes of recovery initiatives like the COVID-19 Equitable Relief and Recovery Fund, which provided comprehensive support to Black-led communities in the U.S. during the pandemic, and leveraging flexible funding approaches similar to those outlined in the American Rescue Plan (ARP), we aim to implement a comprehensive recovery strategy. This approach ensures targeted support, effective use of funds, and sustainable impact.

Project Lead

Talha Khan, Co-Founder & Director of Signature Initiatives, BacharLorai

Global Partners

We’re excited to team up with Toronto’s leading Bangladeshi Student Associations, led by their dynamic presidents who have shown exceptional leadership and unity during the July student protests. These organizations have been instrumental in raising awareness and mobilizing community support, reflecting our youth's strength and resilience. Their commitment to justice and empowerment makes them crucial partners in our efforts.

Additionally, we are excited to welcome Bangla New Era as a new partner, further strengthening our collective impact.

Talha Khan

Director of Signature Initiatives

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