The Zakat Foundation of America

Bangladesh

Bangladesh is one of the world’s most densely populated countries and scientists see it as the nation that will be hardest hit by the consequences of climate change. With its low-lying delta region, Bangladesh is becoming increasingly prone to flooding and cyclones. Recurring floods, along with industrial waste dumping, has increased the contamination risk of ground/drinking water.

There is a need for education and skill-training for children and adults in Bangladesh to ensure long-term, sustainable employment in urban settings. In rural setting, agricultural skill-training is needed to ensure sustainable food production, especially during heavy rainy seasons.

Thousands of Muslim refugees from Myanmar (Burma) have flooded into Bangladesh.

Cyclone Aila

The destruction and human hardship caused by natural disasters demand the world’s attention. In May 2009 the heavy winds, rain and storm waters of Cyclone Aila struck the south-west coast of Bangladesh causing a level of destruction that affected the lives of nearly 2.3 million people. Zakat Foundation’s Bangladesh Office responded to the immediate distress felt by those who lost… continue reading »