Ganokendra: An Innovative Model for Poverty Alleviation In Bangladesh |
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| Authors: | Kazi Rafiqul Alam |
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| Institution: | (1) Dhaka Ahsania Mission, House No. 19, Road No. 12 (New), Dhanmondi Residential Area, Dhaka, 1209, Bangladesh |
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| Abstract: | Ganokendras (people’s learning centers) employ a literacy-based approach to alleviating poverty in Bangladesh. They give special attention to empowering rural women, among whom poverty is widespread. The present study reviews the Ganokendra-approach to facilitating increased political and economic awareness and improving community conditions in line with government initiatives for poverty reduction. Many Ganokendras implement programmes geared towards income-generating activities and establish linkages with other service providers, both governmental and non-governmental. As is shown, one particularly successful strategy for facilitating women’s economic empowerment involves co-ordinating micro-credit available through other agencies. |
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