Gram Bikash Sangstha (GBS)
A non-profitable, non-political, non-partisan and non-governmental development organization of northern Bangladesh.
Gram Bikash Sangstha (GBS), founded in 1991 in Gabtoli, Bogra, began its mission to uplift the socio-economic status and rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and underprivileged groups, particularly women and girls affected by violence. GBS addresses key social issues through community organization, rights advocacy, and legal support. It conducts need assessments for marginalized individuals and offers microfinance, skill development, and self-employment opportunities. GBS also promotes women’s participation, child rights, non-formal education, maternal and child healthcare, nutrition, safe water, and sanitation. Additionally, it raises awareness on disaster resilience, climate change, and environmentally friendly agriculture, while fostering collaboration with government, NGOs, and international partners.
Our Vision
GBS envisions a hunger- and poverty-free society by empowering persons with disabilities, the extreme poor, and the underprivileged through rights-based development and good governance.
Our Mission
GBS's mission is to uphold the rights and dignity of 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
01.
— 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.
