Empowering Women, Transforming Communities:
In collaboration with local NGOs, GDRI implemented a women's economic empowerment program in rural areas. By providing training in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and vocational skills, we empowered women to start their businesses. This initiative improved their economic status and had a cascading effect on the entire community, leading to increased overall prosperity.
Project Reference: Women’s Economic Empowerment Program in Rural Bangladesh (2022)
Enhancing Maternal and Child Health:
GDRI conducted a comprehensive study on maternal and child health in underserved regions. By identifying key healthcare gaps, we collaborated with local health authorities to implement targeted interventions. Accessible healthcare services, nutritional support, and awareness campaigns resulted in a significant reduction in maternal and child mortality rates.
Project Reference: Maternal and Child Health Initiative (2023)
Promoting Inclusive Education:
In partnership with schools and educational organizations, GDRI launched initiatives to promote inclusive education for children with disabilities. Through teacher training, accessible learning materials, and infrastructure improvements, we created inclusive learning environments. As a result, children with disabilities gained access to quality education, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate society.
Project Reference: Inclusive Education Program (2021)
Gender Norms at Work:
In collaboration with the BRAC Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD), GDRI investigated gender norm impacts in Bangladesh's manufacturing sector. Through a randomized study and a year-long gender sensitivity curriculum, we aimed to understand gender attitudes' influence on interactions and productivity. Our findings guided strategies for fostering gender equality, employee satisfaction, and enhanced productivity.
Project Reference: Gender Norms at Work Study (2024)
Tele-Mentoring and Tele-Counseling for Education:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, GDRI implemented a tele-mentoring and tele-counseling program targeting mothers in rural Bangladesh. By increasing parental involvement in children's learning activities, we aimed to mitigate the adverse impacts of school closures. This initiative leveraged mobile technology to ensure continuous educational support.
Project Reference: Tele-Mentoring and Tele-Counseling Program (2023)
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) Health Information:
GDRI employed IVR-based health information systems for antenatal and postnatal care in rural Bangladesh. This project aimed to enhance healthcare access and awareness among expectant and new mothers, ultimately improving maternal and child health outcomes.
Project Reference: IVR Health Information Project (2023)