Art & Craft workshop at Plaistow Library Date: Saturday 16th November 2024 Time: 10am – 1.15pm Place: Plaistow Library, North Street, London E13 9HL Hear the story of Fatima, a child living on the streets of Bangladesh. Through a live link to Dhaka, you’ll have the chance to connect with street-connected children, and Mike Sherriff,…
Our book at the Bangladesh Book Fair Literary and Cultural Festival
On the weekend of 14th-15th September, the Bangladesh Book Fair Literary and Cultural Festival took place where our book ‘The Street is not a Home’ was on sale. The event was held at the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park, East London. The special event included book launches, literary discussions, book stalls, poetry and music,…
Street children’s rights amid Bangladesh unrest
Following a trustees meeting on Saturday 7th September, Friends of Street Children Bangladesh (FSCBD) held a special discussion in response to the upheaval during the summer of 2024, marked by widespread public unrest and a student-led shift in government in Bangladesh. FSCBD expressed deep concern during this period over the inability to establish contact with…
Bangladesh: Rights of Street-Connected Children (panel discussion)
Bangladesh: Rights of Street-Connected Children (panel discussion) Panel discussion on safeguarding children’s rights and the rights of other vulnerable minorities during this period of change in Bangladesh Saturday 7th September 2024 11.30am – 1pm (GMT) Hason Raja Centre, 117 Vallance Road, Whitechapel, London E1 5BW Hybrid event: an in-person and online event The recent protests…
Concerns about street child safety during the social unrest in Bangladesh
Friends of Street Children Bangladesh are alarmed about the current situation in Bangladesh. There are currently curfews and the internet is closed. Communication with LEEDO in Dhaka is not possible. We know from the time of the COVID curfews that curfews make it especially difficult for children and families surviving on the streets to get…
Annual fundraising event raises over £400
Our annual summer fundraising event raised over £400 to support the work of LEEDO at the station in Dhaka. Thanks to everyone who joined us and donated. The programme included songs from the children and a discussion about the huge problems they face when staying at the station in Dhaka. We heard from Natsha, Ms…
Our July newsletter is out now
Read about our upcoming events, the new trustee to join the team and the projects we are doing with the street children in Dhaka – click onto the PDF viewer below or the download link.
‘Mighty Afrin’ film screening raises funds for essential street child services
The Friends of Street Children Bangladesh hosted a screening of ‘Mighty Afrin: in the Time of Floods’ at the Hason Raja Centre in East London on Saturday. The film chronicles the life of a young woman facing vulnerabilities and her journey towards stability and enduring friendship. Attendees were captivated by the stunning cinematography, particularly the…
Film screening of Mighty Afrin: in the time of floods – BOOK NOW
Film about street-connected children and climate change Watch the award-winning film Mighty Afrin: in the time of floods directed by Angelos Rallis. The film has featured at International Film Festivals including Dhaka, Vancouver and Ji.hlava Documentary. It is a blend of documentary and fiction starring one of the young people from LEEDO who took part…
Ramadan fundraising appeal
Consider donating this Ramadan to support street children in Bangladesh. Your contribution can help fund projects such as educational outreach, providing meals, accommodation, and transitional support for these vulnerable youths. With your generosity, we can empower them to overcome hardships and enhance their life opportunities. Make your donation today and make a difference in their…
