Gram Bikash Sangstha (GBS)
A non-profitable, non-political, non-partisan and non-governmental development organization of northern Bangladesh.
Gram Bikash Sangstha (GBS), established in 1991 in Gabtoli, Bogura, began its journey with a strong commitment to improving the lives of women and girls, especially those facing violence, poverty, and marginalization. Alongside this, GBS works extensively to uphold the rights and socio-economic well-being of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and other underprivileged groups. Through a combination of community organization, rights advocacy, and legal support, GBS addresses a wide range of social development issues. The organization conducts needs assessments for marginalized populations and provides access to microfinance, skill development, and self-employment opportunities to enhance economic resilience.
GBS promotes gender equality, child rights, non-formal education, and maternal and child healthcare, as well as nutrition, safe water, and sanitation. It also plays an active role in disaster risk reduction, climate change awareness, and the promotion of environment-friendly agricultural practices. GBS believes in strong partnerships and collaborates with government bodies, NGOs, and international organizations to ensure inclusive, sustainable, and community-led development.
Our Vision
GBS envisions a hunger- and poverty-free society by empowering underprivileged women, persons with disabilities, the extreme poor, and the most vulnerable people through rights-based development and good governance.
Our Mission
GBS's mission is to uphold the rights and dignity of women, persons with disabilities, the extreme poor, and the underprivileged by promoting awareness, education, training, economic development, and employment opportunities.
Our Goal
The overall goal of GBS is to achieve sustainable socio-economic development, uphold rights and good governance for marginalized groups, and promote resilience to climate change.
Empowering Communities Through Every Stage of Development
What We Do
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— Empowering Communities
We unite and organize marginalized groups to build confidence, dignity, and participation in development activities.
02.
— Inclusive Development
We promote the rights of persons with disabilities and the underprivileged through advocacy, rehabilitation, and mainstream integration.
03.
— Education for All
We provide formal and non-formal education to reduce illiteracy and raise awareness among disadvantaged communities.
04.
— Health & Nutrition
We improve maternal and child health, nutrition awareness, and access to safe water and sanitation.
05.
— Livelihood Support
We offer skills training, microloans, and support for agriculture and small businesses to boost economic self-reliance.
06.
— Disaster Resilience
We strengthen community capacity to prepare for and recover from disasters through training, emergency support, and climate awareness.
Success Story of GBS Bangladesh
Empowering Through Livestock
GBS distributed cows and goats to underprivileged families, enabling sustainable livelihoods and long-term income generation for over 300 households.
Restoring Hearing, Restoring Hope
Over 200 individuals with hearing disabilities received hearing aids, helping them reconnect with their families, communities, and opportunities.
Education for Every Child
GBS provided books, school bags, and educational materials to hundreds of children, making learning accessible for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Clothing with Dignity
Essential clothing was distributed among underprivileged men, women, and children, ensuring dignity, warmth, and comfort for more than 500 beneficiaries.
Strengthening Voices Through Seminars
GBS regularly organizes seminars and community meetings to raise awareness about rights, health, education, and disaster preparedness across rural communities.
Building Resilient Communities
Through training programs and workshops, GBS has strengthened the skills and disaster resilience of hundreds of marginalized community members.
