BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Dhaka BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0600 TZOFFSETTO:+0600 TZNAME:+06 DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTSTAMP:20250218T033917Z CREATED:20250218T033837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T033917Z UID:14473-1739836800-1771459199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Successful Sustainable Waste Management Program by WOP3 & DSK DESCRIPTION:On February 17\, 2025\, WOP3 and DSK successfully organized the Sustainable Waste Management Program\, promoting cleaner communities and a healthier environment. This initiative aimed to raise awareness and encourage responsible waste disposal practices\, empowering local communities with sustainable solutions. \nWe were honored to have Ms. Inge Klaassen\, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands\, as our chief guest\, along with distinguished special guests: Md. Ziaur Rahman\, Zonal Executive\, DNCC; Md. Mahabubar Rahman\, Chief Revenue Officer\, DWASA; Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Executive Director\, DSK and Mr. Romano Radjkoemar\, Resident Project Manager of WOP3 (moderator). \nAs part of the event\, Ms. Klaassen visited Abuler Bosti in Mirpur 14\, where she engaged with community members and witnessed firsthand the positive impact of the WOP3 project. To support sustainable waste management efforts\, WOP3 handed over two van trolleys to the community—enhancing their ability to manage waste effectively. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/successful-sustainable-waste-management-program-by-wop3-dsk/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DSC06221-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dhaka:20250130T143000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dhaka:20260130T160000 DTSTAMP:20250202T043637Z CREATED:20250130T115331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T043637Z UID:14238-1738247400-1769788800@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Discussion on Bangladesh's Environment DESCRIPTION:On January 30\, 2025\, a special discussion session was held at the head office of Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK)\, organized by the institution\, focusing on the topic of “Bangladesh’s Environment.” \nThe session was chaired by DSK’s President\, Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder. The esteemed speakers included Dr. Anjan Datta\, DSK Advisory Council Member\, distinguished economist\, and former Program Manager-UNEP\, and Engineer Dr. Syed Ahmed\, PhD\, former representative of APO. \nDr. Anjan Datta stated\, “DSK is doing important work regarding the environment. However\, environmental pollution is rapidly increasing in various sectors such as agriculture\, water\, and sanitation systems in Bangladesh. Therefore\, DSK must take effective steps in collaboration with development partners to ensure environmental conservation and strengthen sustainable development initiatives.” \nDr. Syed Ahmed\, welcoming DSK’s efforts\, said\, “DSK is playing a crucial role in environmental conservation. I expect that\, through further significant work\, DSK will be able to open new horizons in environmental protection in the future.” \n \nAdditionally\, Professor Dr. ASM Golam Mortuza\, Secretary General of DSK; Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Executive Director\, and other DSK staff were present at the session. \nThe speakers emphasized the importance of raising public awareness about pollution prevention and discussed our collective responsibility in environmental conservation. A video documentary about DSK’s 35 years of progress was also presented during the session\, showcasing the organization’s journey and achievements. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/discussion-on-bangladeshs-environment/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC04707-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260128 DTSTAMP:20250128T094509Z CREATED:20250128T094509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T094509Z UID:14192-1737936000-1769558399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:DSK Launches Comprehensive One-Month Basic Training Program for Community Health Workers (CHWs) DESCRIPTION:Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) has embarked on a remarkable journey to empower community health workers with essential skills through a one-month comprehensive basic training program. The initiative\, led by DSK’s Training Division\, kicked off on January 26\, 2025\, at the organization’s head office\, bringing together 23 enthusiastic health workers eager to make a difference. \nThe inauguration ceremony was graced by DSK’s Executive Director\, Dr. Dibalok Singha\, who emphasized the importance of building a robust healthcare workforce. The event also featured esteemed guests\, including Dr. Mahmudur Rahman\, Director (Health); Professor Dr. Abdur Rashid (Specialist Physician); Professor Dr. Shamsunnahar (Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist); Dr. Kallol Chowdhury\, Joint Director (Health); and Md. Abu Bakar\, Joint Director (Training)\, along with other dedicated members of the DSK team. \n \nThis intensive training program aims to equip health workers with the knowledge and expertise needed to address critical healthcare challenges. The curriculum focuses on key areas such as maternal and child health\, prevention of infectious and non-infectious diseases\, safe water and sanitation\, neonatal care\, nutrition for mothers and children\, essential vaccinations\, family planning\, and the effective use of essential medicines. \nWith this training\, these dedicated health workers are set to become agents of change\, delivering life-saving services and creating lasting impacts in the lives of countless individuals. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/dsk-launches-comprehensive-one-month-basic-training-program-for-community-health-workers-chws/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC_4249-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205 DTSTAMP:20241204T071524Z CREATED:20241204T063939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T071524Z UID:13410-1733270400-1764892799@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Successful Offline Employment Fair for Domestic Workers Held by SUNITI DESCRIPTION:On December 3\, 2024\, Securing Rights of Women Domestic Workers (SUNITI) organized an offline employment fair for domestic workers at the DSK Head Office. The event was attended by notable guests\, including Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Executive Director of DSK; Farhana Akter\, Senior Program Officer at Oxfam; Farhana Ahmed\, Senior MEAL Officer at Oxfam; Afrin Akter\, Project Manager at DSK; Anupama Baidya\, Advocacy Officer at DSK; and other project staff members. \nThe fair saw participation from 32 employers\, with 8 job placement officers overseeing the recruitment process for domestic workers. Key discussions revolved around the skills\, experience\, and recruitment methods for responsible domestic workers\, as well as ensuring job security. The event was successfully conducted across the Mohammadpur\, Badda\, Khilgaon\, and Mirpur areas\, providing a positive and fruitful experience for all involved. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/successful-offline-employment-fair-for-domestic-workers-held-by-suniti/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DSC01037-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251125 DTSTAMP:20241125T110848Z CREATED:20241124T105809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T110848Z UID:13266-1732406400-1764028799@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:DSK Council of Advisors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The third meeting of the DSK Council of Advisors took place on November 23\, 2024\, under the chairmanship of the distinguished lawyer\, Barrister Shafique Ahmed. The session was held both online and offline.\nThe meeting was facilitated by DSK’s Secretary-General\, Professor Dr. A. S. M. Golam Mortuza.\nDuring the meeting\, Dr. Dibalok Singha\, the Executive Director of DSK\, presented the report on the organization’s activities for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The discussion included valuable contributions from the respected members of the Advisory Council\, such as renowned pediatrician Professor Dr. Nazmun Nahar\, economist Dr. Debapriya Bhattacharya\, microfinance expert Dr. Dharmapuram S. K. Rao\, public health specialist Professor Dr. Rashid-E-Mahbub\, Professor Dr. Mostafizur Rahman\, WASH expert Engineer John Lane\, and economist Dr. Anjan Datta.\nDuring the discussions\, the Council of Advisors members praised DSK’s programs aimed at improving the lives of the poor and disadvantaged\, its workforce management\, and governance systems. They also called for the expansion of initiatives in health\, education\, water and sanitation\, emergency relief and rehabilitation\, climate change and disaster resilience\, and livelihoods through microfinance. Several suggestions were also provided for the development of the programs.\nThe President of DSK\, the valiant freedom fighter Professor Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder\, expressed his gratitude to the Council of Advisors members for their valuable recommendations on poverty alleviation and development activities and encouraged them to stay engaged in DSK’s future endeavors.\nDuring the meeting\, three former presidents of DSK\, whose wisdom\, intellect\, and leadership have guided the organization for three eras were honored. They are Professor Dr. Nazmun Nahar\, Barrister Shafique Ahmed\, and the valiant freedom fighter Professor Dr. A. B. M. Abdullah.\nMembers of DSK’s Executive Committee and the chairs of various sub-committees were also present at the DSK Council of Advisors meeting. \n Load More... URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/advisory-council-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/DSC_1434-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251104 DTSTAMP:20241124T105934Z CREATED:20241103T104512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T105934Z UID:13021-1730592000-1762214399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:32nd Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:DSK hosted the 32nd Annual General Meeting on November 2\, 2024.\nThe President of DSK\, valiant freedom fighter Prof. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder\, presided over this AGM.\nDuring the meeting\, the programs and projects conducted by DSK for the fiscal year 2023-24\, along with the audit and governance reports\, were presented for detailed discussion and approval.\nThe meeting was discussed by Ms. Saleha Begum – Vice President; Prof. Dr. Taibul Hassan Khan- Vice President; Prof. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza-Secretary General; Ms. Nazneen Sultana – Joint Secretary General; Mr. Habib Uddin Ahmed- Treasurer; Prof. Md. Anwarul Islam – Organizing Secretary; Ms. Aktari Mamtaz; Ms. Shahina Hossain; valiant freedom fighter Prof. Dr. A B M Abdullah; viliant freedom fighter Prof. Mahfuza Khanam\, Mr. Muhammed Emdadul Haque FCA; Mr. Muhammad Jasim Uddin\, Prof. Dr. Tajul Islam; viliant freedom fighter Mr. Sirajuddin Ahmed Bhuiyan\, Dr. Dibalok Singha– Executive Director and Member Secretary; General Body; and members of DSK’s senior management team.\nThe financial statements for DSK for the fiscal year 2023-2024\, audited by the renowned firm Hoda Vasi Chowdhury & Co.\, were reviewed and approved at the general meeting.\nIt is noteworthy that in the past fiscal year\, DSK implemented various initiatives to improve the living standards and socio-economic conditions of over 4.1 million people in 3166 villages across 753 unions in 165 sub-districts of 25 districts in Bangladesh. These initiatives included water and sanitation\, health services\, disaster risk reduction\, microfinance\, non-formal education\, emergency relief\, and rehabilitation activities.\nWe are committed to furthering DSK’s mission with the collective efforts of all. Thank you to all members and guests who joined us. \n Load More... URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/32nd-annual-general-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1-Medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024 DTSTAMP:20241027T052650Z CREATED:20241023T180015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T052650Z UID:12892-1729728000-1761263999@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Free Medical Camp at Birulia  DESCRIPTION:A free medical camp took place at the Birulia Branch\, organized by the DSK Microfinance program in collaboration with DSK Hospital on October 24. The camp ran from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, providing medical services to a total of 190 patients.\nThe free medical camp was overseen by DSK’s Director (Health) Dr. Mahmudur Rahman\, Director (Microfinance) Shamsul Alam\, Joint Director (Microfinance) Md. Alauddin\, and other staff members of DSK Hospital. The camp was conducted smoothly under their leadership and guidance.\nWe extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the patients who attended the camp. Wishing everyone good health\, and we encourage you to stay connected with DSK for future healthcare services. We remain committed to providing even better services in the days to come! \n \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/free-medical-camp-at-birulia/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/DSC06760-Small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241003 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003 DTSTAMP:20241025T132703Z CREATED:20241002T180017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T132703Z UID:12675-1727913600-1759449599@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Water Commissioning Event  DESCRIPTION:The water commissioning event organized by the DSK WOP 3 project took place at the CRP Auditorium in Mirpur-14 on October 2\, 2024. The event was graced by the Ambassador of EKN\, Van Dueren; and the special guest was the managing director of Dhaka WASA\, Md. Fazlur Rahman; DSK Executive Director Dr. Dibalok Singha\, and Mr. Shahid Uddin\, Deputy Managing Director (Operations and Maintenance) of Dhaka Wasa. This important event was moderated by Mr. Romano Radjkoemar\, Residential Project Manager\, VEI.\nChief Guest Van Dueren said\, “It was really great to visit the slum dwellers of Abul in Mirpur for the first time. The joy and laughter I saw among the people during the inauguration of the water point here is amazing! She also mentioned that we need to focus on how to involve the deprived people in this development. Besides\, she expressed her sincere thanks to all those who are working to provide safe water.”\nIt should be noted that the slum dwellers of Abul in Mirpur were suffering from a water shortage for a long time. The water point (stand post) and community toilet\, which will open new horizons to solve the water problem of the area\, were officially inaugurated through today’s ceremony. A total of 332 families live here. 7 community toilets and 16 new water points (Stand Post) have been established under the DSK WOP 3 project\, besides the renovation of 12 water points. Apart from this\, a hygiene corner has also been set up in 1 shop. Staff from DSK at various levels\, along with representatives from development organizations such as BRAC\, Sajeda Foundation\, Dhaka WASA\, WOP\, and other slum residents\, attended the event. \n Load More... URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/water-commissioning-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/DSC_0259-Small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930 DTSTAMP:20241027T052815Z CREATED:20240929T220641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T052815Z UID:12615-1727654400-1759190399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Formation of the Domestic Workers National Forum (DWNF)  DESCRIPTION:The formation of the National Domestic Workers Forum was successfully held at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB)\, organized by the Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK). The necessity of creating a strong platform to ensure the safety and security of domestic workers was highlighted during the event. \nAround 200 domestic workers participated in the event from four regional offices of the Suniti project\, and a 21-member National Forum was established. Zakia Sultana was elected as the president\, and Morjina Sultana as the general secretary. Additionally\, there are 15 organizational secretaries and members for various roles\, including Training and Promotion Secretary\, Publication and Finance Secretary\, and Executive Members. \n“Now is the time for social and state recognition of domestic work and domestic workers; inclusion as workers in labor law\,” Under the slogan\, the meeting was organized jointly by DSK and Oxfam in Bangladesh. DSK’s Executive Director\, Dr. Dibalok Singha\, stated\, “Whether the Suniti project is ongoing or not\, we will hold annual conferences with domestic workers to raise public awareness about their protection and against their abuse and exploitation. We will continue the movement for their inclusion in labor law.” \nOther speakers included Sanjida Sultana\, Acting Executive Director of Karmojibi Nari; Tarek Aziz\, Project Coordinator of Oxfam; Prodip Kumar Roy\, Joint Director of DSK; Shaheen Anam\, Executive Director of Manusher Jonno Foundation; Roksana Sultana\, Executive Director of Breaking the Silence; and Abul Hossain\, Coordinator of Domestic Workers Rights Network\, among others. Representatives from private organizations working on domestic worker issues\, members of civil society\, DSK staff\, media personnel\, and leaders of the Domestic Workers Forum were also present. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/formation-of-the-domestic-workers-national-forum-dwnf/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WhatsApp-Image-2024-09-30-at-15.38.53_75bb7496.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240629 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630 DTSTAMP:20241027T033708Z CREATED:20240702T034912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033708Z UID:12120-1719619200-1751241599@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Financial Planning Ahead: FY 2024-2025 Budget AGM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/financial-planning-ahead-fy-2024-2025-budget-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ImportedPhoto_1719650002984.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240625 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626 DTSTAMP:20241027T033714Z CREATED:20240626T012356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033714Z UID:12095-1719273600-1750895999@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:DSK Strategic Plan 2024-2029 Stakeholder Workshop DESCRIPTION:Load More... URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/dsk-strategic-plan-2024-2029-stakeholder-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/media_20240625_164712_4227607914064083693.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609 DTSTAMP:20241027T033719Z CREATED:20240609T022214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033719Z UID:11926-1717632000-1749427199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:DSK's 5th Strategic Planning Workshop DESCRIPTION:Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) organized a workshop from June 6-8\, 2024\, at Dream Square Resort\, Gazipur\, to develop a strategic plan for 2024-2029. The three-day workshop was inaugurated by the DSK Executive Director\, Dr. Dibalok Singha. The primary objective of DSK is to establish a self-reliant and egalitarian Bangladesh\, inspired by the spirit of the liberation war. Dr. Dibalok Singha emphasized the need for a five-year strategic plan to achieve this goal. The workshop outlined the organization’s eight selected themes for the next five years.\nIn the closing session\, DSK Secretary General Professor Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza\,\, Executive Director Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Director of Health Dr. Mahmudur Rahman\, and Advisor Dr. Md. Mosleuddin Sadek were present. It is noteworthy that 31 employees from various projects\, programs\, and departments of the organization participated in this workshop. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Md. Mosleuddin Sadek. \n Load More... \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/dsks-5th-strategic-planning-workshop/ LOCATION:Dream Square Resort ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG-20240608-WA0055.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTSTAMP:20241027T041025Z CREATED:20240408T180031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T041025Z UID:11709-1712620800-1744243199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:A talk show on Domestic workers rights will be aired on April 18\, April 19\, and April 21 via Channel i DESCRIPTION:A talk show on Domestic workers rights will be aired on April 18\, at 10:15 PM\, April 19\, at 11:05 AM\, and April 21\, at 5:30 AM\, via Channel i \nhttps://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Channel-I-Program.mp4 URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/a-talk-show-on-domestic-workers-rights-will-be-aired/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Channel-I-Program.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250315 DTSTAMP:20241027T033433Z CREATED:20240313T214853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033433Z UID:11618-1710374400-1741996799@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Meeting with Mr Saber Hossain Chowdhury\, MP\, Minister of Environment\, Forest and Climate Change DESCRIPTION:Dhaka CALLING Project had a Small Dialogue March 14\, 2024\, with Mr. Saber Hossain Chowdhury MP\, Honorable Minister\, Ministry of Environment\, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) at the Meeting Room of Honorable Minister at Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting was interactive with the gracious presence of USAID\, Counterpart International\, BARCIK\, CUP\, and inSights. Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Executive Director\, Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) Moderated the event while Mr. Saber Hossain Chowdhury was the Chief Guest of the dialogue.\nA Memorandum as well as a Roadmap for sustainable management of solid waste has been handed over to the Honorable Minister. Dhaka Calling project is looking forward to working in close collaboration with the MoEF&CC under his guidance. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/meeting-with-mr-saber-hossain-chowdhury-mp-dhaka-calling/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250215T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033439Z CREATED:20240227T024559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033439Z UID:11520-1707984000-1739638800@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:World Social Forum 2024 (WSF2024Nepal) DESCRIPTION:The sixteenth session of the World Social Forum under the theme “Another World Now” is being held on February 15-19\, 2024 in Kathmandu\, the capital of Nepal.\nThe WSF serves as an open space and platform for the convergence of a diverse range of participants\, including social movements\, laborers\, farmers\, civil society groups\, marginalized communities\, and those affected by the impacts of neoliberal capitalism and privatization. The WSF’s purpose is to create reflective thinking\, democratic debate of ideas\, formulation of proposals\, free exchange of experiences and interlinking for effective actions.\nThousands of individuals as well as groups from around the world attended the Kathmandu summit. The conference was attended by a four-member team\, led by DSK Director of Microfinance Shamul Alam. Other members of the delegation include Samsul Alam Khan (Deputy Director of Microfinance)\, Al-Amin (Assistant Engineer/Water 1st International Supported Water and Sanitation Project)\, and Fatima Akhtar (Field Officer). The DSK delegation at the conference is participating in panels on economic inequality\, health and social protection\, climate justice\, social movements\, privatization/commercialization/communication\, climate change action and disaster risk reduction\, and water rights. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/world-social-forum-2024-wsf2024nepal/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/3-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241031 DTSTAMP:20241027T033745Z CREATED:20231031T035852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033745Z UID:11229-1698624000-1730332799@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) awarded Certificate of Merit Award DESCRIPTION:Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) was awarded the prestigious Certificate of Merit Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants Bangladesh (ICAB) for its best presented annual report (2022) and corporate governance disclosures at the 23rd ICAB National Awards ceremony in Dhaka. The award was presented by Honorable Minister of Commerce of GoB\, Mr. Tipu Munshi to Mr. Shamsul Alam\, Director (Microfinance) of DSK. The event’s special guest was Dr. Shamsul Alam\, the state minister of planning. The Institute of Chartered Accountants Bangladesh (ICAB) has awarded fifty-eight institutions across fifteen sectors this year. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/dushtha-shasthya-kendra-dsk-awarded-certificate-of-merit-award/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WhatsApp-Image-2023-10-31-at-15.25.19_4e81d866.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240821 DTSTAMP:20241027T033447Z CREATED:20230821T010414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033447Z UID:10515-1692489600-1724198399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:World Water Week Conference at Stockholm DESCRIPTION:The Executive Director of Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) Dr. Dibalok Singha presented a Documentary on the solar-powered piped water and sanitation project carried out by DSK in Tripura Para\, Sitakunda\, Chattogram\, Bangladesh in the World Water Week Conference on August 20\, 2023 at Stockholm waterfront congress center\, Sweden. It overwhelmed the participants from around the world.\nTom Freyberg\, Founder & Managing Director of Atlantean Media Limited hosted the session where Dr. Dibalok Singha\, Executive Director of DSK; Fatma Haxhialiu\, Journalist & Public Figure; Sean Irwin\, Associate Professor of Royal Roads University\, Canada; Nancy Gilbert\, Actress and Collin Benjamin\, Namibian former professional footballer were the panelists.\nAmong others Marla Smith Nilson WFI\, Jon Lane Adviser DSK\, representatives from Simavi\, Water Aid and Water.org were present!\nThe Conference valued DSK’s innovative tech in establishing right to water and sanitation of the disadvantaged and isolated ethnic community in the hill tracts of Bangladesh.\nThe theme of world water week 2023 is ‘Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World’. Academics\, researchers\, donors\, UN representatives and activists and practitioners to promote Water\, Sanitation\, Hygiene and Environment all over the world talked about replication potential of DSK’s innovation. The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is the organizer of the 5-days World Water Week Conference from August 20 to 24\, 2023. \nThe following is the video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIevQlOnOFE&t=6789s URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/world-water-week-conference-on-august-20-2023-at-stockholm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/879-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230815T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240815T000000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033452Z CREATED:20230815T180018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033452Z UID:10484-1692057600-1723680000@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Tribute to Bangabandhu's portrait DESCRIPTION:On the National Mourning Day\, Dushtha Shasthya Kendra (DSK) tribute to the father of the nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.\nThe Executive Director of DSK\, Dr. Dibalok Singha\, along with the staff members of DSK tribute to Bangabandhu’s portrait at Dhanmondi Road no. 32 in Dhaka on 15 August 2023. \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/tribute-to-bangabandhu-portrait-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DSC_5756.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627 DTSTAMP:20241027T033458Z CREATED:20230623T180041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033458Z UID:10283-1687737600-1719446399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Special AGM 2023 DESCRIPTION:DSK approved a core budget of BDT 3681.54 Crore for the fiscal year 2023-2024 covering DSK’s Indomitable Journey on June 24\, 2023. This special general meeting on budget was presided over by Honorable Prof. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder\, President – DSK and coordinated by DSK’s Joint Secretary\, Ms. Nazneen Sultana.\nParticipated in the discussion meeting of the budget session respectively Ms. Saleha Begum – Vice President; Prof. Dr. Taibul Hassan Khan – Vice President; Former President Professor Dr. ABM Abdullah; Professor Mahfuza Khanam; Prof. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza – Secretary General; Mr. Habib Uddin Ahmed – Treasurer; Mohammed Emdadul Haque FCA; Prof. Md. Anwarul Islam; Ms. Aktari Mamtaz; Ms. Shahina Hossain; Dr. Dibalok Singha – Executive Director & Member Secretary\, along with all Executive Committee member\, General Body member & Senior Management of DSK.\nFor the last 34 years\, DSK has carried out several development tasks in 18 districts of Bangladesh including Health Care & Non-formal Education; Water\, Sanitation\, and Hygiene (WASH); Microfinance; Humanitarian Response (Relief Rehabilitation)\, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Climate Change Adaptation (CCA); CBO Strengthening; and Advocacy on people’s rights\, access to basic services & Gender. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/special-agm-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/DSC00110.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609 DTSTAMP:20241027T033503Z CREATED:20230607T180026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033503Z UID:10251-1686182400-1717891199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:17th BCCM DESCRIPTION:The 17th BCCM (Bangladesh Country Coordination Mechanism) NGO Constituency Consultation Meeting took place on June 8\, 2023\, at Rosemary Hall at the Tokyo Square Convention Center. BCCM is a global mechanism through which a country receives necessary resources from the Global Fund (GF) to combat HIV/AIDS\, Tuberculosis and Malaria. BCCM oversees the GF Grants implementations and makes decisions on the GF Grants for TB\, Malaria\, HIV and C19RM (COVID-19 Response and Recovery Mechanism). DSK for the first time acquired the membership of this platform and also got elected to the steering committee without any publicity. For the next three years\, DSK will represent NGO Constituency in the Women and Children category. There are other NGO sub constituencies i.e. Malaria\, Tuberculosis\, and HIV/AIDS. There are some other constituencies in this platform\, they are\, Key affected populations\, People living with Diseases\, Academia and researchers\, the Private Sector and Faith-based organizations. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/17th-bccm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/m_DSC_3163.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230521T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240521T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033510Z CREATED:20230521T054334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033510Z UID:9833-1684656000-1716310800@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Fire Extinguisher DESCRIPTION:An Integrated Community Fire Extinguisher and Water Supply System inauguration ceremony was organized at the Sattola Boundary Slum in Mohakhali\, Dhaka on May 18\, 2023. The event was organized by Marginalized Communities Project (Dhaka North City Corporation)\, WaterAid Bangladesh\, and Dushtha Shasthya Kendra. In addition\, DSK’s WASH4UrbanPoor-DNCC project is being implemented with the support of WaterAid Bangladesh and Sida (Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency).\nThe city is experiencing an increase in fire risk as a result of multiple flaws. In the city of Dhaka\, poor neighborhoods are especially susceptible to fire. The local government department “Improving the Quality of Life of Marginal People”- Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has developed a “Integrated Community Fire Extinguisher and Water Supply System” through community outreach under the direction of the Honorable Mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation\, Md. Atiqul Islam\, in partnership with the Government of Bangladesh\, Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO)\, and UNDP Bangladesh. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/fire-extinguisher/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/m_DSC_1524.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240319 DTSTAMP:20241027T033553Z CREATED:20230317T180020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033553Z UID:8998-1679097600-1710806399@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:30th AGM DESCRIPTION:DSK hosted the 30th Annual General Meeting on March 18\, 2023. This AGM was presided by Honorable Professor. Dr. A B M Abdullah – President\, DSK. The presented programs\, projects\, external audit\, and governance reports were discussed and approved by the presence of Professor. Mahfuza Khanam – Vice President\, Professor. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder – Vice President\, Professor. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza – Secretary General\, Muhammad Jasim Uddin – Treasurer\, Dr. Dibalok Singha – Executive Director & Member Secretary\, along with General Body members & Senior Management of DSK. Moreover\, through this AGM\, DSK elected a new “Executive Committee” for 2023-2026. New composition of EC is follows:\nProfessor. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder- President\nMs Saleha Begum- Vice President\nProfessor. Dr. Taibul Hassan Khan- Vice President\nProfessor. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza- Secretary General\nNazneen Sultana – Joint Secretary\nMr Habib Uddin Ahmed- Treasurer\nProfessor. Md. Anwarul Islam- Organizing Secretary\nMs Aktari Mamtaz (Former secretary)- Member\nMs Shahina Hafiz Daisy – Member\nDr. Dibalok Singha- Executive Director & Member Secretary URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/30th-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/30th-AGM-03.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221226T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T053041Z CREATED:20221226T041306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T053041Z UID:7961-1672041600-1677603600@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Workshop on expansion\, challenges and futures strategies under DSK Microfinance program DESCRIPTION:Chaired by: Dr. Dibalok Singha (Executive Director); Chief Guest: Dr. Mihir Kanti Majumder\, Chairperson (UDDIPAN); Dr. Mahmudur Rahman (Director – Health); Shamsul Alam (Director- Microfinance)\, S.M. Golam Mostafa (Director – Finance) was present \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/workshop-on-expansion-challenges-and-futures-strategies-under-dsk-microfinance-program/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1-Workshop-on-expansion.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220630T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230630T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033559Z CREATED:20220630T004532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033559Z UID:6879-1656576000-1688144400@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:AGM 2022 DESCRIPTION:On June 25\, 2022\, DSK approved BDT 2631.60 Core budget for the fiscal year 2022- 2023 encompassing “DSK’s Indomitable Journey.” This budget features multiple change-making interventions from DSK’s six (06) thematic areas\, which are Health Care & Non-formal Education; Water\, Sanitation\, and Hygiene (WASH); Microfinance; Humanitarian Response (Relief Rehabilitation)\, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Climate Change Adaptation (CCA); CBO Strengthening; and Advocacy on people’s rights\, access to basic services & Gender. Looping flood situation in Bangladesh along with global disruption in supply chain\, this budget spotlights on “Employment generation; Entrepreneurship exercise; Scholarship for marginal students; Health facilitation for ultra-poor; Vocational training institute Staff development training; Social awareness campaign; Agro bound project; and Digital products/ services for the fiscal year 2022-2023.\nThis annual budget meeting was presided by Honorable Prof. Dr. A B M Abdullah – President\, DSK. The presented budget was discussed and approved by the presence of Prof. Mahfuza Khanam – Vice President\, Prof. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder – Vice President\, Prof. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza – Secretary General\, Muhammad Jasim Uddin – Treasurer\, Dr. Dibalok Singha – Executive Director & Member Secretary\, along with all Executive Committee member\, General Body member & Senior Management of DSK. \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/agm-2022/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/AGM-2022-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220819 DTSTAMP:20241027T041847Z CREATED:20220605T180057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T041847Z UID:6757-1653350400-1660867199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Scholarship Program DESCRIPTION:Since 1988 DSK has been serving humanity to break poverty chain. Among many cluster of this poverty chain “Access to education” is one of them. And DSK is putting her efforts to diminish this social drawback. Hence\, aiming SDG goal 4 & 5\, on 24th May 2022\, we DSK organized a scholarship giving ceremony to recognize the meritorious marginal students for their commitment towards education. Honorable Mst. Rahima Akhter\, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC)\, Narayongonj Sadar was present there as chief guest and Md. Rifat Ferdous Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO)\, Narayongonj Sadar\, Md. Rejaur Rahman\, Deputy Director (DD)\, DSK-Micro-credit\, Md. Aminur Rahman\, Area Manager of DSK-Micro-credit\, Narayonganj-01 were present as special guest. Scholarship (in Cash) is given to total 43 students who passed in PSC (Primary School Certificate) BDT 8\,000\, JSC (Junior School Certificate) BDT 10\,000\, SSC (Secondary School Certificate) BDT 12\,000 and HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) BDT 25\,000. Both students and their parents were thankful\, cheerful and hopeful throughout the ceremony. This novel program was anchored by Nusrat Zorin Khan\, Training & Documentation Officer of DSK-SEP. \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/scholarship-program/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/scholarship-progam-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220414T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230414T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033535Z CREATED:20220414T060821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033535Z UID:6624-1649923200-1681491600@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:DSK Mart Launching Event DESCRIPTION:With new hope to reach new heights\, DSK launched its new digital entity for the people. Technology is now in everyone’s hands\, so why not capitalize on it? We plan to bring our beneficiaries into the same market as the multi giants of Bangladesh. Hence\, we want to place a sustainable market and business solution for all. Aiming this agenda\, on 13th April 2022\, Honorable Prof. Dr. A B M Abdullah\, Ph.D.\, President of DSK inaugurated DSK’s new initiative “DSK mart” in the presence of the Honorable Executive Committee of DSK\, DSK General Body\, DSK Senior Management\, and all officials of DSK. The journey to be continued. \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/dsk-mart-launching-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DSK-ecommerce.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220326T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230319T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033524Z CREATED:20220329T005300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033524Z UID:6546-1648281600-1679245200@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Honoring “Freedom Fighters” on the eve of “Independence Day 2022” DESCRIPTION:On the eve of 26th March (24th)\, we DSK celebrated “Independence Day of Bangladesh 2022” with our freedom fighters who stake everything for our sovereignty against Pakistani oppressors in 1971. On the day we hosted a vibrant ceremonial to show our unconditional heartfelt esteem towards our national heroes which followed by reverencing and honoring our freedom fighters\, cultural program and extraordinary dialogue given by freedom fighter and treasured guests who were present at the ceremonial. \nThis colorful ceremonial showed her brightest by the presence of\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Prof. Dr. A B M Abdullah\, PhD\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Prof. Mahfuza Khanam\, M.Sc\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Prof. Dr. Nur Mohammad Talukder\, PhD\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Dr. Masudul Quader\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Dr. Shahidul Islam\, PhD\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Sirajuddin Ahmed Bhuiyan\, B\,Com\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Partho Sarathy Chakrabarty\, B\,Com\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Abdul Khalek\nHeroic Freedom Fighter Sarker Bhushan Chandra Tarun\nHonorable Prof. Dr. A S M Golam Mortuza\, Phd\nHonorable Dr. Dibalok Singha\nalong with Honorable DSK Executive Committee\, DSK General Body\, DSK Senior Management and all officials of DSK \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/honoring-freedom-fighters-on-the-eve-of-independence-day-2022/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IMG_9360.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211028T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221231T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033606Z CREATED:20211022T180041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033606Z UID:6235-1635408000-1672506000@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Special AGM 2021 DESCRIPTION:Special Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2021-22 is in progress through the Online Zoom platform. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/special-agm-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Special-AGM-2021.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211028T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221231T170000 DTSTAMP:20241027T033616Z CREATED:20211008T180037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033616Z UID:6231-1635408000-1672506000@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:AGM 2021 DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2021-22 is in progress through the Online Zoom platform. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/agm-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AGM-2021.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTSTAMP:20241027T033621Z CREATED:20210625T180057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T033621Z UID:6090-1624665600-1682899199@www.dskbangladesh.org SUMMARY:Budget AGM 2021-2022 DESCRIPTION:Budget AGM 2021-22 is in progress through the Online Zoom platform. URL:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/event/budget-agm-2021-2022/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dskbangladesh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Budget_AGM-2021_2022.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR