BRAC Bank, BBDN promote inclusion of differently-abled

BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Business and Disability Network (BBDN), hosted 'EmpowerAbility 2025: Powering Every Ability' to accelerate Bangladesh's transition toward disability-inclusive growth.
The conference under BRAC Bank's flagship CSR initiatives 'Aporajeyo Ami' was held at Le Méridien Dhaka on Tuesday, according to a press release.
Supported by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the event highlighted the strength of cross-sector collaboration in creating equitable opportunities for all.
A key highlight was BBDN signing Memoranda of Understanding with the BGMEA and BKMEA. These agreements aim to embed disability inclusion within the ready-made garment sector.
Representatives from the ILO, GIZ, the Ministry of Labour and Employment, and private-sector champions were also present.
More than 50 organisations participated, including BRAC, Shin Shin Group, Team Group, ACI Logistics, Brand Forum, Bata, Sajida Foundation, Grameenphone, Akij Group, Mutual Trust Bank, Prime Bank, Eastern Bank, UNDP, and Save the Children.