Empowering Underprivileged Girls at Abinte Kabir Foundation
On 5 December, the Zonta Club of Dhaka III, Bangladesh, organized an advocacy program at the Abinte Kabir Foundation, a school for underprivileged girls. The initiative focused on addressing early child marriage and gender-based violence (GBV).

The event included the donation of a sanitary napkin dispenser to improve menstrual hygiene, reducing school absenteeism and empowering young girls to pursue education uninterrupted. Distinguished attendees, including the Past Governor of District 25 and the club’s leadership, emphasized education as a critical tool for combating child marriage and GBV, aligning with Zonta’s mission to advance gender equality.

Awareness Program at Shishu Bikash Kendra (SBK)
On 7 December, the club held a similar program at SBK, a club-funded school for underprivileged children. The initiative highlighted the importance of education as a means to fight GBV and early child marriage, benefiting 130 children from vulnerable families.

Interactive sessions engaged parents and students, addressing the adverse health effects of early marriage and promoting women’s and children’s rights. Parents shared their challenges, while Zonta leaders offered practical solutions to prioritize education.

Both events reflect the club’s commitment to empowering communities, fostering awareness and breaking cycles of inequality through education and advocacy.