A debate competition centered on the theme “Fossil fuels are not the solution; only renewable energy can combat climate change” was held at Taltoli Government College in Barguna on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m. The event was jointly organized by Dhoritri Rokhhay Amra (DHORA) and Waterkeepers Bangladesh. Eleventh-grade students
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A daylong school-based environmental awareness program was held on Wednesday (7 May, 2025) at Sunbeam School on College Road in Barguna, jointly organized by Dhoritri Rokhhay Amra (DHORA) and Waterkeepers Bangladesh.In the morning, children participated in a drawing competition, where students of Sunbeam School illustrated the encroachment and pollution of
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On Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM, a discussion meeting titled "PFAS Pollution and Public Health in Bangladesh" was held at Hotel Bengle Blueberry in Gulshan, Dhaka, organized by Waterkeepers Bangladesh. The event aimed to raise awareness about how per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) released from industrial waste are
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On April 30, 2025, Waterkeepers Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Department of Environment (DoE), observed International Noise Awareness Day under the slogan “No More Noise Pollution, We Want Healthy Life.” Representing Waterkeepers Bangladesh, Ikbal Faruk, Head of Research, emphasized that traffic, construction, and commercial activities are major sources of noise
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The Bangladesh Earth Summit 2025 – Barishal concluded with resounding success, uniting over 100 passionate young changemakers from across the Barishal division. This vibrant gathering served as a catalyst for youth-led climate action, environmental advocacy, and grassroots sustainability initiatives. It marked a vital milestone in nurturing the next generation of
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On Monday, 28 April 2025, a policy dialogue titled “Role of Renewable Energy for a Pollution-Free Just Urban” was held at the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Auditorium, jointly organized by DNCC, Waterkeepers Bangladesh, CAPS, and other organizations. Ikbal Faruk, Head of Research and Implementation at Waterkeepers Bangladesh, emphasized the
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On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in observance of World Earth Day, representatives from Waterkeepers Bangladesh, Dhoritri Rokhhay Amra (DHORA) and Khowai River Waterkeeper conducted a field visit to investigate industrial pollution in Habiganj. The delegation was led by Sharif Jamil, Central Member Secretary of DHORA and Coordinator of Waterkeepers Bangladesh.
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On Tuesday morning, April 22, 2025, a human chain was organized at Chila Bazar in Mongla to mark World Earth Day. The event was jointly arranged by Dhoritri Rokhhay Amra (DHORA), Sundarban Rokhhay Amra, and Pashur River Waterkeeper, under this year’s global theme: “Our Power, Our Planet.” The human chain
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On Earth Day 2025, young climate leaders gathered at Nagar Bhaban in Gulshan, Dhaka, for a symbolic event titled “Walk For The Earth.” Organized by Waterkeepers Bangladesh, Brighters Society, CAPS, Earth Day.org, and other youth-led organizations, the event aimed to amplify calls for urgent climate action. The walk from Nagar
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A global climate strike demanding urgent climate justice was held on April 11, 2025, Friday in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka. The strike was jointly organized by Dhoritri Rokkhay Amra (DHORA), Waterkeepers Bangladesh, 350.org Bangladesh, and several other organizations committed to environmental protection and climate action.The hour-long
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