In the crowded streets and bustling stations of Dhaka, countless children live without the security of a home, the comfort of family, or the chance to go to school. For many, each day is a struggle to find food, safety, and a place to rest.
We believe every child deserves a safe space to dream again. In partnership with International Needs Bangladesh, through two special drop-in centres—the Banasree Drop-In Center (BDIC) for street-connected and working children, and the Kamlapur Drop-In Girls’ Center (KDIC) for at-risk girls—we are creating those spaces.
Banasree Drop-In Center (BDIC) – Learning, Confidence, and Hope
BDIC opens its doors to children who work in markets, on the streets, or in other unsafe jobs. Here, they receive school materials, daily lessons in Bangla, English, and mathematics, and creative activities like drawing, storytelling, and poetry.
This past quarter:
- 35 children received educational materials.
- 22 attended non-formal education classes regularly.
- Public speaking, spelling competitions, and life skills training boosted their confidence.
- Nutrition programs and hygiene education improved children’s health, reducing underweight cases from 7 to 4 in six months.
Children also learn about child rights, gender equality, and environmental care—gaining not just knowledge, but a voice.
Kamlapur Drop-In Girls’ Center (KDIC) – Safety, Healing, and a Future
Located in one of Dhaka’s busiest urban areas, KDIC is a safe haven for girls facing extreme poverty, neglect, or abuse. Many arrive hungry, dirty, and deeply hurt. Here, they are welcomed with food, hygiene care, health checks, and kindness.
At KDIC, girls receive:
- Informal education in reading, writing, maths, and English.
- Life skills like hygiene, communication, and decision-making.
- Daily nutritious meals to combat hunger and malnutrition.
- Health care including menstrual health education.
- Creative activities like games, singing, and dance to restore joy.|Vocational training in tailoring and block batik for future self-reliance.
- Family reintegration support—reuniting children with safe, loving homes where possible.
Munni’s Story – From the Streets Back to Family
“My name is Most. Munni. I am 11 years old. My father was violent toward my mother. After one terrible incident, my mother left him, and we moved to a slum. I never went to school.
One day, a girl tricked me into leaving home, gave me food laced with drugs, and took me to Kamalapur station. I ended up living with other girls, and they forced me to take drugs too.
Eventually, I came to the KDIC with some of those girls. I told the teachers I was hungry, and they gave me food. Slowly, my memory returned, and I told them everything. The staff contacted my brother-in-law, and I was reunited with my family.
I am so grateful to KDIC for helping me come home. I pray other girls like me can find safety and hope here.”
Why These Centers Matter
Whether it’s a boy learning to read after years of street work, or a girl returning home after escaping abuse, BDIC and KDIC are proof that safe spaces change lives.
Together, they provide:
- Education and life skills for a better future.
- Nutrition and health care for strong bodies and minds.
- Emotional support and protection from exploitation.
- Skills training for financial independence.
- Pathways home for children who can be safely reunited with family.
Your support makes this possible. Every book, meal, and safe night of rest is a step toward a brighter future for these children. With your support, BDIC and KDIC can continue to open doors—away from the streets and into a world of safety, learning, and opportunity.