In today's Blog, I would like to talk about two young men who have not only listened to the topic of healthy masculinity, but also sincerely understood it. Their perspective made us think a lot. Ariful and Ibrahim, discussed personal masculinity. Later, we had a group SALT session with them, where healthy masculinity was discussed. In the session, they shared their perspectives and thoughts.…

SALT is a approach that can change anyone. I used to focus on teaching others, but now I learn from them. Before, when I noticed a problem, I would give people advice. But now? I first listen to them; what issues they want to work on and how we can solve them together.

I used to make many decisions on my own. Now, I take advice from all family members before deciding. If my younger brother made a mistake, I would get angry at him. Now, I praise his work and talk with him about how to…

Changes that have come about in me after making salt: At first, I was afraid to talk to people, wondering if the villagers would respond to my words. By joining this work, I have understood how to talk to the villagers. By making salt, I have understood that I too have strength, courage, confidence, the power to do something. Salt has awakened that courage, confidence. Salt is a medium through which we can learn from each other. Salt connects us with each other through a good relationship. I…

ডিসি অফিসে যশোরে অভ্যান্তরিন সকল এন জিও সংস্থা গুলো একত্রে মিটিং করার সময়, ধারার নির্বাহী পরিচালক লিপিকা দাসগুপ্ত সেখানে GFC SALT Program এর সম্পর্কে সবাইকে অবগত করেন। তখন থেকে প্রতিটি Organization SALT & CLCP সর্ম্পকে আগ্রহী হন এবং এই প্রোগ্রামকে সকলে প্রসংশা করেন। উনারা নিয়মিত ধারা অফিসে আসেন এবং SALT সর্ম্পকে বিস্তারিত জানতে চান। সেসব Organization এর মধ্যে 1. ADAB 2. RUPANTOR 3. মাসুদুর খান ফউিন্ডেশন 4. মানবিক যুব কল্যান ফাউন্ডেশন 5. ল্যাম্ফ 6. আমরা করবো জয়

এই সকল ফাউন্ডেশন…

When I think about SALT, I don’t just think about identifying problems. I think about discovering possibilities, the kind that already live within a group, waiting to be brought to life.



In Narayanganj’s Harijan community, the home language is different from Bangladesh's mainstream language. It’s the language of their everyday life, laughter, and family conversations. But in school, the national language, Bangla, takes center stage. For many children here, that shift isn’t easy.…

In earlier days, there were some sensual ideas in the society for example, men does not mean crying, cooking is women's work, outsider's responsibility is man's. But times have changed, people's thinking is also changing.

Now the definition of masculinity is being revised through initiatives like the SALT process with a healthy, balanced and sympathetic approach. Today we are writing new history.

Toxic masculinity has emerged as a deep social problem in modern society. The…

The implementation of the SALT approach has brought about several positive changes among the people of the village. Whereas earlier the main topic of discussion at the meeting was worship and other village work, now there are discussions about village development, education of boys and girls, and dropout students. Parents are now interested in sending their children to school and are keeping an eye on their studies. The boys and girls of the…

On my part, I would first like to thank GFC for giving me the opportunity to work in the community as a facilitator in the ARC project. Before the ARC project came, I used to work in the field with my father. Along with that, I used to do some developmental work for the development of one or two villages in the village. After joining the ARC project as a facilitator, when I share my story with different NGOs through the salt method, they appreciate me and think that I can help anyone at any…

I am Shanti Rambari Bangladesh from Arshirbad Organization. Our Organization works with the backward, marginalized, Dalit and untouchable Harijan communities of the society. Our organization is a Community Based Organization (CBO). GFC selected 6 organizations to work on SALT (support, appreciation, listening-learning) and CLCP (Community Life Skills Process) approaches in ARC initiative in Bangladesh. My organization was among the 6 organizations. When I first went to Dhaka for…

In Bangladesh, many of us believe that without doors and windows, buildings cannot be safe—that people will steal what doesn’t belong to them. This has been our experience time and again. But something remarkable is happening in a small village called Roghunathpur in Mymensingh. At the Pahariapara Agamir School, ceiling fans have been hanging for…

In our society, from the moment a child is born, certain “rules” are taught —

“Boys don’t cry.”

“Girls shouldn’t laugh too much.”

“Boys are strong, girls are soft.” These ideas become so deeply ingrained that we often fail to realize when we are judging others or suppressing our own feelings. But Masculinities offers a different light. It says a…

1 August 2025

Learning Masculinity Through Experience: A Ground-Level Perspective

Sambhaji Kenawade

Chairman,

Vitthal Vikas Seva Sanstha

(An organization working for farmers)

Age: 50

We had previously met him in connection with the SALT approach. He is a helpful person. Today, we had a discussion with him…

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Recently, we had the privilege of facilitating a deeply moving and inspirational dialogue using the SALT process with members of the community in the "Nichhe Line area" of the Bhatpara Tea Garden. What unfolded wasn’t just a conversation — it was a heartfelt exchange of experiences, wisdom, and humanity. In this space of collective…

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In the quiet corners of Bhatpara Tea Garden's Nichhe Line Area, inspiration blooms in the most unexpected ways. As part of the SALT (Stimulate, Appreciate, Listen, and Transfer) process, we recently had the privilege of sitting down with Anuj Kharia, a 20- year-old youth whose humility and compassion reflect the very essence of human values. What unfolded in that conversation was more than just a story—it was a powerful reminder of how empathy can transform lives.…

I have always believed that lasting change is possible only through the efforts of those who can create, which takes the form of a tradition. .. The important thing is that their consciousness accepts that change is necessary, as soon as the consciousness accepts, no adverse situation can become a hindrance in the path of change because the person is determined.

I am sharing an experience of an amazing story which is pleasant for me.. A very deprived community which has been suffering…

In the quiet corners of our community, change does not always come with loud proclamations or flashy events. Sometimes, it comes silently, carried on the shoulders of a few ordinary people doing extraordinary things—just like the members of Joba Group.

Joba Group is not just a team of volunteers; they are the soul of our neighborhood. Their mission goes far beyond community development—they bring care, dignity, and humanity into the lives of people who are often…

বৃষ্টির সময় রবিন্দ্র দাসের সঙ্গে আরও একবার সল্ট করলাম। রবিন্দ্র দাস ভূমিষ্ট হওয়ার আগে মায়ের পেটে এবং ভূমিষ্ট হওয়ার পর মায়ের কোলে উঠে মাছ ধরতে যেতো নদীতে।  ১২ বছর বয়স পর্যন্ত তিনি মাছ ধরতেন বাবা মায়ের সাথে। তারপর তার ভেতর লুকায়িত শক্তি দিয়ে হাতের নৈপূন্য কারুকার্যে বাঁশের তৈরী নজরকাঁড়া সৌন্দর্যে বিভিন্ন রকম প্রয়োজনীয় জিনিস পত্র বানাতো। যেমন ধানের গোলা, কুলা, চাচ, খারা, ঝুড়ি, ঢাকনি, চাঙারি,  চালন, ধামা, ডোল ইত্যাদি বাঁশের তৈরী নিপুণ শৈল্পিক দ্রব্য সামগ্রিক।  সেগুলো গ্রামে গ্রামে…

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In the serene surroundings of the Bhatpara Tea Garden, where hospitality and human connection bloom alongside tea leaves, a deeply inspiring dialogue unfolded with the community members of the ‘Nichhe Line’ area. This heart-to-heart interaction was guided by the SALT approach, a method that encourages listening, appreciation, and the sharing of strengths. What emerged was more than just a conversation—it was a window into the soul of a caring and connected…

Hello Friends,

Sometimes in the quiet corners of our communities, hidden within the routines of daily life, we encounter stories that leave an indelible mark on the soul. During a recent SALT conversation with a community member from the Nichhe Line area of Bhatpara B Tea Garden, one such story emerged — a story so deeply emotional and inspiring that it moved me beyond words.…

What is the purpose of a curriculum? Is it merely to turn learners into passive recipients of information, or is it to empower them to become curious explorers and active contributors? Should it only aim to transfer facts and knowledge, or should it encourage learners to take meaningful actions and…