Project Report
| Dec 23, 2024
Eco village turn into a green campus
By Mousumi Halder | Project Contributor
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Thousands of saplings generated
Deforestation is common phenomena in Bangladesh and reducing green coverage day by day. In that case, Bangladesh Environment and Development Society (BEDS) develop a model namely eco village that is generating a new function of mangrove saplings which is helping the region under green coverage. Sundarbans Resource Harvesters Cooperative Society is earing by the production of saplings and also planting this in the area which is increasing the diversification of biodiversity and also income generated from here.
We would like to thank our donors who has been supporting the us in this journey and promoting our local initiative for a better future in tourism. We are also requesting our donors to start monthly recurring donations. For recurring donation please find the link below:
https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ecovillage-in-bangladesh/updates/#progressReports
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Cooperative members are taking care of saplings
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Dec 4, 2024
Tourism is conducted by community
By Mousumi Halder | Project Contributor
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Eco village is an attraction of tourist
Bangladesh is multicultural country with containing different occupation and culture. Among this, in south western region of Bangladesh have world heritage mangrove forest that is surrounded by coastal community and they are fully depend on natural resource of Sundarbans. To mitigate the dependency on natural resources, Bangladesh Environment and Development Society (BEDS) took initiative to establish an eco-village that will be a model with will provide different services. Among the responsible tourism is one of them.
Different types of tourists come to eco village and enjoy the local food of forest dwellers and observe the nature of Sundarbans. Community gain profit and create solvency both socially and economically.
We would like to thank our donors who has been supporting the us in this journey and promoting our local initiative for a better future in tourism. We are also requesting our donors to start monthly recurring donations. For recurring donation please find the link below:
https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ecovillage-in-bangladesh/updates/#progressReports
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Enjoy local food of community
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Visit to the Sundarbans for it's natural beauty
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Oct 28, 2024
Evergreen ecovillage for our sustainability
By Md. Imranur Rahman | Project Contributor
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Saplings for plantation
Building an eco-village to save our mangrove forests of Bangladesh Environment and Development Society (BEDS) represents a harmonious blend of sustainable living and environmental stewardship. This initiative focuses on creating a community that prioritizes ecological balance, utilizing renewable resources and sustainable practices to minimize its carbon footprint. By incorporating permaculture principles, local materials, and community-led conservation efforts, the eco-village aims to restore and protect the surrounding mangrove ecosystem. These vital coastal forests not only provide critical habitat for diverse wildlife but also serve as natural barriers against climate change, mitigating flooding and erosion. Through education, collaboration, and active engagement with local communities, the eco-village can foster a deeper connection to nature, empowering residents to champion the preservation of these essential ecosystems for future generations.
We would like to thank our donors who has been supporting the us in this journey and promoting our local initiative for a better future in tourism. We are also requesting our donors to start monthly recurring donations. For recurring donation please find the link below:
https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ecovillage-in-bangladesh/updates/#progressReports
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Plantation by the engagement of community
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