Community Development and Empowerment (Social Cohesion, Education, Migrants’ Welfare, Labour Welfare, Protection)

PROTTYASHI’s Social Empowerment Program aims to support its program participants by empowering them to advocate for their rights and access essential services. This program strengthens communities and enhances their capacity for collective bargaining and negotiation with the government and service providers to secure the services they are entitled to. It focuses on several key areas to promote social cohesion, skill and capacity development, ensuring a healthy life, and individual welfare.

Empowerment and Participation

PROTTYASHI’S program's primarily focuses to empower communities, particularly those that are marginalized with a special focus on women and girls. By fostering greater involvement and representation of marginalized community members in local governments and decision-making bodies, PROTTYASHI strives to ensure that these individuals have a voice and influence over matters that affect their lives.

Social Cohesion

Promoting social cohesion is a vital aspect of PROTTYASHI’s mission. The program works to build strong, inclusive communities where all members feel valued and connected. By encouraging collaboration and mutual support among community members, PROTTYASHI aims to bridge divides and foster a sense of belonging and unity. Initiatives include community-building activities, cultural exchange programs & promoting positive norms, dialogue sessions, and conflict resolution workshops to strengthen social bonds and reduce tensions.

Education

Education is a cornerstone of PROTTYASHI’s Social Empowerment Program. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of primary education in both public and private institutions. Efforts include supporting community-driven Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs, offering accelerated and lifelong learning opportunities, TVET, adult literacy programs, and integrating out-of-school or never-schooled children into the formal education system. Additionally, PROTTYASHI works to build the skills and capacities of teachers at the primary and secondary education levels to enhance educational outcomes.

Migrants’ Welfare

The welfare of migrants is a critical focus of PROTTYASHI’s initiatives. The program aims to address the unique challenges faced by migrant workers, including access to information & essential services, social integration, remittance management and protection of their rights. By advocating for better policies and providing direct support, PROTTYASHI works to improve the living conditions and opportunities available to migrants, prevent human trafficking and support trafficking survivors includes but not limited to repatriation and reintegration supports.

Labour Welfare and Rights