Priority Areas

Our Priorities: Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Change

At Gram Bikash Sangstha (GBS), we are dedicated to building a just, inclusive, and resilient society where no one is left behind. Our work is rooted in the real and evolving needs of the communities we serve, with a special focus on women, marginalized groups, and those facing systemic inequalities.

We focus our efforts on the following strategic areas:

• Women’s Rights & Gender Equality
  Advancing the empowerment, safety, and leadership of women and girls across all aspects of life.

• Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities
  Promoting dignity, accessibility, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.

• Disaster Preparedness & Climate Resilience
  Strengthening local capacities to respond to climate shocks and natural disasters through adaptive, community-led solutions.

• Poverty Alleviation & Livelihood Development
  Creating sustainable income-generating opportunities that break the cycle of poverty.

• Education & Literacy
  Expanding access to quality education through formal and non-formal approaches for children, youth, and adults.

• Health, Nutrition & Maternal-Child Care
  Supporting holistic health services focused on women, children, and vulnerable families.

• Safe Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
  Ensuring access to clean water and hygienic living conditions for healthier communities.

• Child Rights & Protection
  Safeguarding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children through advocacy and services.

• Youth Empowerment & Skill Development
  Equipping young people with the tools, skills, and confidence to shape their own futures.

• Rights-Based Advocacy & Good Governance
  Promoting accountability, participation, and justice through civic engagement and policy dialogue.

Through these priority areas, GBS works to drive systemic change—empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and building a future grounded in dignity, equality, and resilience.