Planning and Development Research

Child safeguarding refers to the measures put in place to protect the well-being of children and ensure their safety. This encompasses preventing, identifying, and responding to any form of abuse, neglect, or harm that may come to a child. It involves creating a safe environment in which children can grow, develop, and reach their full potential. Key components of child safeguarding include: Prevention: This involves taking steps to minimize the risk of harm to children. This can include policies, procedures, and practices designed to create a safe environment. Identification: It's crucial to recognize signs of abuse, neglect, or harm in children. This might involve training individuals who work with children to be aware of the indicators. Reporting and Responding: If abuse or neglect is suspected, there should be clear protocols for reporting the concerns to the appropriate authorities or designated safeguarding officers. The response should involve a thorough investigation and

Introduction Bangladesh is a disaster-prone country, vulnerable to a wide range of natural hazards, including floods, cyclones, river erosion, droughts, earthquakes, and landslides. These hazards can cause significant damage to lives, property, and infrastructure, and can disrupt the livelihoods of millions of people. The Union Disaster Management Committee (UDMC) is a critical institution for disaster risk management at the local level. The UDMC is responsible for developing and implementing disaster preparedness and response plans, and for coordinating relief and rehabilitation efforts in the aftermath of a disaster. This training module is designed to provide UDMC members with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively carry out their disaster management responsibilities. Module Outline Module 1: Introduction to Disaster Management What is disaster management? Types of disasters Disaster risk reduction Disaster preparedness Disaster response Disaster recovery Module 2: The Ro

  Introduction Nutrition is essential for good health and well-being. It is especially important for children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. However, many people around the world do not have access to adequate nutrition. This training module is designed to provide participants with a refresher on the basics of nutrition, as well as the latest information on nutrition-specific interventions. The module is suitable for a variety of audiences, including healthcare workers, community development workers, and policymakers. Module Outline Module 1: Introduction to Nutrition What is nutrition? The importance of nutrition Macronutrients and micronutrients The balanced diet Module 2: Nutrition Assessment Anthropometric assessment Clinical assessment Biochemical assessment Module 3: Nutrition Interventions Breastfeeding promotion Complementary feeding Micronutrient supplementation Therapeutic feeding Module 4: Nutrition Programs and Policies Types of nutrition programs Nutrition policie

  Training Module on Homestead Vegetable Cultivation of Village Model Firm Introduction Homestead vegetable cultivation is a sustainable and affordable way to improve nutrition and food security for families and communities. It is especially important in villages, where many people do not have access to enough land to cultivate crops on a large scale. Village model firms (VMFs) are community-based organizations that provide training and support to farmers and entrepreneurs. VMFs can play an important role in promoting homestead vegetable cultivation by providing farmers with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful. This training module is designed to provide VMF staff with the knowledge and skills they need to train farmers in homestead vegetable cultivation. The module covers a range of topics, including: Site selection and preparation Soil management Seed selection and sowing Transplanting and weeding Watering and fertilizing Pest and disease management Harvesting and sto

  Introduction The Suchana Foundation is a non-profit organization that works to improve the lives of people in rural and underserved communities. The organization provides a variety of services, including education, healthcare, and livelihood support. The livelihood project is a flagship program of the Suchana Foundation. The project provides training and support to people in rural communities to help them develop and start their own businesses. This training module is designed to provide participants with the foundation knowledge and skills they need to be successful in the livelihood project. The module covers a range of topics, including: Business basics What is a business? Types of businesses Business planning Marketing and sales Market research Marketing strategies Sales techniques Financial management Financial statements Budgeting Cash flow management Customer service The importance of customer service Customer service skills Handling customer complaints Training Methods The tr

 Background Even though more than one-third of children under five in the country still suffer impaired linear growth, Bangladesh has observed a decline in the rates of stunting - with an annual rate of reduction of around 1.2% that is not uniform throughout the country (BDHS 1997-2014). The country has also made remarkable progress in reducing the incidence of poverty during the last decade, though the changes are not inclusive, and poverty (based on the lower poverty line) has remained almost unchanged in the Sylhet division. Bangladesh also faces regional income inequalities, which are more pronounced in rural Bangladesh; the Sylhet region is no exception. This spatial disparity demands customized interventions. From a public health perspective, it is essential to improve the growth of children to prevent the related negative consequences. Priority action areas for improving linear growth and accelerating the decline in the rate of stunting in Bangladesh include multi-sectoral coord