Mothers at the Forefront: Women Leaders Spearhead the ‘Protect Our Children’ Campaign for a Pesticide-Free Future

In alignment with No Pesticide Use Week 2024, grassroots women leaders gathered to demand agroecological transformation and secure a safe, toxin-free environment for the next generation. On December 10, 2024, a powerful display of grassroots advocacy took place as local women leaders united for the Community-Based Protect Our Children (POC) Campaign-2024. Organized by Md. Zillur … Read more

Safeguarding Our Pollinators: Rajshahi Workshop Mobilizes Beekeepers Against Pesticide Threats

In a joint effort to protect ecological balance and rural livelihoods, 50 grassroots beekeepers gathered to address the devastating impacts of agricultural chemicals on honey production and advocate for safer farming practices. On December 10, 2024, the Shapla Cultural School Hallroom in the divisional city of Rajshahi hosted a critical training workshop dedicated to the … Read more

From Local Action to Global Impact: SHISUK Showcases Rural Transformation Models to International Delegates

On December 5, 2024, SHISUK hosted 19 international development representatives from 16 countries in Daudkandi, Cumilla, to demonstrate how grassroots financial inclusion models are directly driving rural transformation in Bangladesh. As part of the International Training Workshop titled “Achieving Sustainable Development Goals: Financial Inclusion and Rural Transformation,” SHISUK organized a comprehensive field learning site visit … Read more

More Than Just a Debate: How Cumilla’s Youth Are Stepping Up to Shape the Future of Climate Action

To foster democratic leadership and civic engagement, SHISUK has initiated a dynamic platform for youth aged 16 to 25 across four subdistricts in Cumilla. Through parliamentary-style debates, the initiative equips students with the skills to advocate for climate action, agroecology, and community development. In August 2024, SHISUK Executive Director Mr. Sakiul Millat Morshed envisioned a … Read more

Empowering Local Beekeepers: SHISUK Co-Hosts Five-Day Training on Sustainable Apiculture and Market Innovations

To elevate local honey production standards and promote ecological agriculture, SHISUK partnered with national and international experts to deliver a comprehensive, hands-on training program for Bangladeshi beekeepers. From September 16 to 20, 2024, a five-day residential training on Sustainable Beekeeping, Marketing, and Quality Control took place at the Rural Development Academy (RDA) in Bogura, Bangladesh. … Read more

Empowering Youth Voices: SHISUK Introduces Community Model Parliament to Daudkandi Educators

To foster civic responsibility and democratic leadership among students, SHISUK convened a strategic planning meeting with local teachers to launch an innovative youth-led parliamentary platform. On September 14, SHISUK took a significant step toward youth empowerment by hosting a preparation meeting with teachers from various educational institutions across Daudkandi. The gathering served as a foundational … Read more

Cultivating the Next Generation of Environmental Stewards on World Bee Day

To celebrate World Bee Day, SHISUK partnered with local experts and international advocates to provide 25 school children with a hands-on environmental education experience. The interactive workshop seamlessly connected the importance of bee conservation with the movement to create safer, pesticide-free futures for youth. On May 20, 2024, an atmosphere of curiosity and excitement took … Read more

Empowering Grassroots Women Leaders: SHISUK Conducts CPAM Follow-Up Training in Daudkandi

Daudkandi, September 11, 2024 Shikkha Shastha Unnayan Karzakram (SHISUK) organized a strategic follow-up training on Community Pesticide Action Monitoring (CPAM) at its Regional Office in Elliotganj. The session convened 35 grassroots women leaders representing 20 villages—including Bashora, Kolakopa, Daulatpur, and Billalpar—to reinforce community-led agrochemical monitoring mechanisms and scale up sustainable agricultural practices. Building Climate Resilience … Read more

Nutricareer Fest 2026: SHISUK Calls for an Agroecology Movement to Secure Safe and Nutritious Food

Dhaka, June 28, 2026 Shikha Shastha Unnayan Karzakram (SHISUK) actively participated as a key sponsor in the two-day ‘Nutricareer Fest 2026’, organized by the Pushtibid Foundation at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University on June 26–27, 2026. The event convened aspiring nutritionists, researchers, and young professionals to explore career pathways and structural solutions to Bangladesh’s food and nutrition … Read more

3-day International Online Training Program on “Redefining Women’s Roles in Agri-Food Systems in the Asia-Pacific Region”

We are pleased to share that Amanna Jahan Biva (Research Associate) and Khansa Rahman (Program Officer) of SHISUK have successfully completed the 3-day International Online Training Program on “Redefining Women’s Roles in Agri-Food Systems in the Asia-Pacific Region”, held from 15–17 June 2026 and jointly organized by CIRDAP and SAARC. The training featured six insightful … Read more