30 Sep
Infrastructure development

New water wells provide water to 650 people

  Two new water wells were recently constructed in Raufabad and Rangpur, thanks to a generous gift. The two wells together will provide clean water to approximately 650 people. Camp residents need clean water for drinking and household chores such as washing dishes and clothes. There is an acute shortage of clean water in the camps and these two wells will play...

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30 Sep
Uncategorized

332 OBAT students took 10th grade board exams

  332 students from OBAT’s educational projects took the Secondary School Certificate board exam (SSC exam) on September 15th. OBAT has educational projects in the cities of Dhaka, Rangpur, Syedpur, Khulna, Mymensingh, Bogura, and Chittagong. Some of these students are studying in OBAT’s schools while others have received academic assistance to prepare for the board exam from OBAT’s Tutoring Centers in...

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30 Aug
Empowerment, Uncategorized

OBAT’s Think Tank Volunteers celebrate International Youth Day

The youth in OBAT’s Think Tank are an impressive crew. They are driven by the goal to make a positive change in their environments. On August 12th, they celebrated International Youth Day in different cities through various activities. A cricket match, a rally and several discussion forums, highlighted the significance of the day and the importance of the youth in...

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30 Aug
Education

OBAT establishes its 13th IT Center!

OBAT is proud to establish its latest computer lab in Halishahar, Chittagong, thanks to the generosity of OBAT's Friends of Chicago. With this latest addition, a total of 13 OBAT computer training centers are providing computer and programming education to students and equipping them with skills which empower them, assist them in competing for jobs and enable them to work...

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17 Jun
Uncategorized

Visit & volunteer at the APPNA convention

OBAT Helpers is looking forward to meeting many old and new friends at the APPNA convention and raise awareness for its programs for vulnerable communities in Bangladesh. Join us in our mission by visiting and sharing your ideas with us or by volunteering at our booth. Encourage your children( ages 16 and above) to participate, gain volunteer hours & learn...

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17 Jun
News and Updates, Uncategorized

OBAT’s advisor visits projects in Bangladesh

Mr. Aftab Iqbal assumes many roles in OBAT's Family. He is an advisor, a donor, a friend, a mentor and much more. Mr. Iqbal has visited the camps many times. During June, he and his wife, Mrs. Nadra Iqbal, visited the camps again and have been touring different cities and projects of OBAT. They have met with the staff to...

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17 Jun
Uncategorized

Environment Fair Creates Awareness and Interest on World Environment Day

An Environment Fair was organized by OBAT’s Ferozeshah School students on June 5th.  The day has been designated by the United Nations to create awareness of our actions on our environment. Students presented different projects on noise, water and air pollution, use of dustbins, petroleum and natural gas creation using polythene and plastic. Some students also shared the concepts of...

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17 Jun
Uncategorized

We’re still accepting Qurbani donations!

  There is still time to make Eid-ul-Adha sweeter for countless deserving individuals. The last time many of these people enjoyed meat was probably at the last Eid. You can also reap the reward of giving charity during these blessed days of Dhul-Hijjah by automating your donations. Giving everyday means you are doing good deeds and reaping their rewards during each...

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