Luba Khalili
May 14, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at May 14 2020
Health centres in Bangladesh are overwhelmed with COVID-19 response. Many health facilities are refusing patients or closing down. Hospital beds are low in number, and many are being reserved for COVID-19 patients.
May 11, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at May 11 2020
This series is a collection of insights from BRAC practitioners who have led responses to mass-scale crises across the world. We present key factors for other practitioners; healthcare professionals, governments and development authorities to consider in preparation, management, relief and recovery.
May 7, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at May 07 2020
For over a month, business at BRAC’s head office is continuing as usual - entirely from home.
April 22, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at Apr 22 2020
Today is World Earth Day, and this year’s theme is climate action. Countries are expected to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement on climate change. COVID-19, however, is teaching us other lessons.
April 15, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at Apr 15 2020
As COVID-19 continues to spread across international borders, vulnerable communities are disproportionately at risk. BRAC conducted a rapid perception survey to capture the level of awareness among households of low incomes, and the economic impact on livelihoods.
March 16, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at Mar 16 2020
Panic and pandemic are in the air. Cough etiquette and social distancing are the new buzzwords.
February 5, 2020
Published by Luba Khalili at Feb 05 2020
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Village development organisations under the Jibika project are community-led platforms to improve the lives of people living around Chevron-operated gas fields. Read how their annual general meetings are paving the way for their organisational security.
October 10, 2019
Published by Luba Khalili at Oct 10 2019
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Child sexual abuse is more common than we think. Its devastating effects on young minds can last a lifetime. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, addressing this dire issue can be a start to saving a generation.
October 3, 2019
Published by Luba Khalili at Oct 03 2019
Climate change is playing itself out in more ways than just hotter summers. Bangladesh has been experiencing it first-hand. For this country, millions of people coming together during the global #climatestrike holds incredible value.
September 24, 2019
Published by Luba Khalili at Sep 24 2019
Dhaka is facing an impending water crisis. What can we do about it? BRAC Institute of Governance and Development’s latest State of Cities report focuses on water governance, how we use water and what the future of water in Dhaka looks like.
July 11, 2019
Published by Luba Khalili at Jul 11 2019
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Jhorna Islam is somewhat of a local celebrity in Tongi, Duttapara. While there are many clothing shops in the area, the uniqueness of her designs stand out, and the quality of the cutting and material used is noticeably high.
June 10, 2019
Published by Luba Khalili at Jun 10 2019
Air pollution is one of the greatest challenges of our time. With World Environment Day just past us, the call to action for cleaner air is more pressing than ever.