Bangladesh is home to more than 4.5 million orphan children, according to a survey. These children are one of the most vulnerable segments of society. They are often deprived of health, education and other fundamental child rights. Many of these orphan and vulnerable children get shelter in government-run centres like Shishu Nibas. There are also a few orphanages across the country, which operate privately on charity. However, many of these orphanages are allegedly involved in irregularities and mismanagement. Several centres and orphanages in Naogaon reportedly take donation for those who do not even exist. If the orphanages are indulged in corruption, the real orphans are the ones who are going to be deprived of services and facilities.
Allegations against private orphanages should be properly investigated. Strict and exemplary action should be taken against those who commit such crimes. However, real orphans should be given the care they need.
Ashikujaman Syed,
Research Assistant,
Bioinformatics Research Lab,
Center for Research Innovation and Development (CRID),
syedashikujaman@yahoo.com
Keeping an eye on orphanages
FE Team | Published: October 18, 2022 19:46:58
Keeping an eye on orphanages
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