I have to share two stories that touched me deeply and stayed in my thoughts. What began as a discussion about mobile phone addiction evolved into a powerful exploration of gender roles and the challenges girls face. The efforts of these communities to address such issues are very inspiring and show how small steps can lead to significant change.

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When we think about creating change in a community, the question arises: where should we start? The answer often lies in a place that holds respect, trust, and influence - the first thing that comes to my mind is - "School".

Schools are more than just buildings where students learn; they are the heart of the community. Teachers and headmasters are not…

On 29th December, 2024, a community-level Dream Building session was held in Byaspur Hijli Para with 33 community members (6 grandparents, 9 parents and 18 children) in attendance. The event began with heartfelt appreciation, particularly for Afsana Apa’s family, the grandparents, and the participants in Hijlipara who have taken initiative and brought everyone together.

The participants included grandparents,…

On November 9, 2024, the Grow Your Reader Foundation team held a Dream Building session at Joynagar High School in Gopalganj. This session was an important step for us as we prepared for future Dream Building activities in our community.

We started our day at 10 am and ended the session at 4 pm. Everyone was seated in a circle, creating an inclusive…