7.5 Millions
Total Beneficiaries
ABOUT US
Founded in 2000, SDF is a not-for-profit organization focused on empowering rural communities and alleviating poverty in Bangladesh. Operating in 9,333 villages across 35 districts, SDF directly supports 1.85 million households through initiatives in health, education, employment, and entrepreneurship. With 96% women beneficiaries, SDF addresses 11 out of 17 SDGs, fostering sustainable socio-economic development and gender empowerment.
Empowering rural communities through capacity-building and equipping them with vital skills and knowledge, allows sustainable development and community initiatives to thrive. This approach is cultivating a new generation of changemakers who are leading their communities toward resilience and prosperity.
Youth empowerment through skill development is driving the country’s economic growth. Young individuals are gaining essential skills that enable them to create opportunities and contribute to their communities.
Entrepreneurship empowerment is creating small and medium micro-entrepreneurs across Bangladesh. These individuals are gaining the resources and support needed to launch and grow their businesses. As a result, they are driving local economies and contributing to sustainable development in their communities.
Small-scale infrastructure development is enhancing community resilience across Bangladesh. Essential facilities are being established to improve communication and market linkages, addressing local needs effectively. This initiative strengthens economic opportunities and fosters sustainable growth, significantly improving the quality of life for residents.
A strong commitment to health and nutrition is fostering thriving communities. Comprehensive health initiatives are being implemented to improve access to essential services and promote better nutrition. This focus on well-being enhances the quality of life and creates a foundation for sustainable futures.
No Proverty
End Proverty in all its forms everywhere
Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
Good health and well-being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Gender Equality
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Clean water and sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
Decent work and economic growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Industry, Innovation and infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
Reduced Inequalities
Reduce inequality within and among countries
Climate Action
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Life below water
Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
