The Staff Onboarding & Implementation Programme for the Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution (SMEP) Project was held on 30 November 2024 at the BLF Head Office, Dhaka. This project, funded by FCDO and implemented by a consortium comprising ETI UK, ETI BD, Mondiaal FNV, and BLF, marked the official onboarding of all BLF and ETI Bangladesh […]
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Just Transition is an inclusive framework ensuring no one is left behind, aligning perfectly with women’s central role in SDG’s LNOB (Leaving No One Behind) agenda. As the backbone of Bangladesh’s RMG sector, women workers face growing vulnerabilities from climate change and automation. To address these challenges, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) proudly organized a workshop on
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A discussion on ILO Convention 190, which addresses violence and harassment in the workplace, and key High Court verdicts was organized by Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF). With the support of Mondiaal FNV, the event was held on 30 November, 2024 at keraniganj, engaged the Women Committee and Women Cell to emphasize gender-focused solutions and create
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A discussion on Gender Based Violence and Anti- Harassment Committee & Honoring the Anti- Harassment Committee among Tannery Factories was held by Bangladesh labour Foundation (BLF). With the support from Mondiaal FNV, the event was organized on November 28, 2024 at DTIETPCL, TIE, Savar. BLF working for preventing Gender Based Violence from Savar Tannery sector since
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A vibrant rally and discussion meeting were organized by the Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) to promote awareness, challenge discriminatory attitudes, and advocate for stronger legislation and services to combat violence against women. The program included releasing pigeons as a symbol of peace, flying colorful balloons as a symbol of solidarity. Mondial FNV supported the event on
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The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2024 was observed by Bangladesh Labour Foundation – BLF with a 🎉 rally, discussion meeting, and street drama on November 25, 2024. With the support of Oxfam GB and funding from the EU, the event was held in Kornopara, Savar, engaging home-based RMG workers. The
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Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) started the campaign towards 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence With the candle-light ceremony, with the Local garment workers of Keraniganj, and the home based RMG workers of Ashulia on 24 November, 2024. Women workers in Keraniganj often face gender-based violence in various forms and length. with the
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Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) in association with Department of Inspection for the Factories and Establishments (DIFE) conducted an insightful Tannery Inspection Checklist Training for dedicated factory-level supervisors of the members factories of Bangladesh Tanners Association at the Savar Tannery Estate!This session empowered the supervisors with the essential skills needed to ensure quality control and compliance
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Training on Reproductive Health and Personal Hygiene for Home-Based RMG workers was conducted by Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) with support from the EU and Oxfam GB on 21 November in Savar and 22 November in Ashulia, Dhaka. This initiative aimed to: Raise awareness about the importance of reproductive health and personal hygiene. Build the capacity
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Bangladesh Labour Foundation has arranged a discussion on “COP 29 Climate Conference 2024: What are we expecting?” in November 9, 2024. As COP 29 unfolds, Bangladesh, a nation on the frontlines of climate change, looks to global leaders for commitments that resonate with its unique challenges. The urgency for action is palpable; rising sea levels,
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