Escaping early marriage in Bangladesh: Marufa’s story

Escaping early marriage in Bangladesh: Marufa’s story

Early marriage – often called child marriage – is common in rural Bangladesh despite laws preventing girls marrying before age 18. However social pressure, a lack of opportunities for women and girls, and the harsh realities of poverty often leave parents feeling they...
 Duloy Bibi turns around with Islamic Relief’s help

 Duloy Bibi turns around with Islamic Relief’s help

This is the story of an aged woman, Duloy BiBi who lives in Lakhairgram in Kanaighat upazila under Sylhet division. Duloy BiBi who is 52 years old lives with her husband Israk Ali who is physically challenged and unable to support her for any work. They have two...
Marufa: an Inspirational Woman

Marufa: an Inspirational Woman

Marufa: an Inspirational Woman Once struggling to feed her three children, she took part in our women’s empowerment project and is now a community leader and strong advocate for gender equality. A difficult start “I have had to bear a lot of hardship with my three...