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This pivotal event brought together dedicated stakeholders, including labor union representatives, government officials, international partners, and civil society organizations, to reflect on our achievements and chart a path forward for the coming year.During the sessions we have highlighted our milestones while addressing the challenges and lessons learned.We have also identified the key priorities of our […]

we successfully conducted a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Training for the dedicated staff of all partner organizations of Mondiaal FNV in Bangladesh, including Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), Bangladesh Institute of Labour Studies (BILS), and Awaj Foundation. The training focused on strengthening project planning and implementation by equipping participants with essential skills and

The Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) organized a kickoff meeting on Minimum Wage Implementation in the Tannery Sector as part of the National Plan of Action (NPA). Md. Atiqur Rahman, Deputy Inspector General of the Dhaka district office, extended a warm welcome and discussed the importance of implementing minimum wages. Mrs. Julia Jesmin,

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) has organized two days long study circle Leadership Training with Potential Male- Female Leaders and youth workers from Tannery Industry at Savar, Dhaka.The Training aims to empower workers with leadership skills and knowledge that are essential for improving their roles within the Tannery industry, fostering a more productive and harmonious work

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) held an Advocacy Meeting with the Upazila Social Welfare Officer of Savar Upazila to champion the rights and inclusion of home-based workers in the government’s Social Safety Net Program. In the meeting, we:  Highlighted the challenges faced by home-based workers – from income instability to lack of recognition. Advocated for their inclusion

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized two days long training on Labour Rights, Collective Bargaining and Negotiation with Area Based Committee of Home Based RMG Workers. Supported by Oxfam GB and Funded by EU, the training was conducted on 20-21 January 2025 at Savar, Dhaka.This training aimed to empower area-based community members of HBRMGWs by developing

The National Plan of Action (NPA) to eliminate Child Labour in the Keraniganj Informal RMG Sector in Bangladesh has been revised and extended until December 2025! Child Labour in Keraniganj is a listed hazardous sector declared. by the Government. Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) and Department of Inspection for the Factories and Establishments (DIFE) has been working

A Tannery Safeguarding Strategy Validation Workshop was held by the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Bangladesh, a key SMEP consortium partner, on 19 January 2025 at the Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) in Dhaka. Stakeholders from various sectors, including the Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), a partner in the event, came together to discuss important issues and validate

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) has organized two days long study circle Leadership Training with Potential Male- Female Leaders and Youth workers from Keraniganj Local RMG on 17-18 January, 2025 at Keraniganj, Dhaka. The Training aims to empower workers with leadership skills and knowledge that are essential for improving their roles within the local garment industry,

An ’Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Training Module Customization and Validation Workshop’ was organized by Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) and Ethical Trading Initiatives Bangladesh on 16 January 2024, at the BLF Head Office in Dhaka. The workshop aimed to customize OHS training modules to meet industry-specific needs and validate their relevance and effectiveness.Key stakeholders, including DIFE,