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Youth For Change Bangladesh (YFC-BD)

Youth For Change Bangladesh (YFC-BD) is a youth-led organization in Bangladesh that aims to ensure young people, especially women and adolescent girls, can positively influence policy decisions that affect their lives. The organization was founded in 2018 as an independent youth-led organization, following the successful completion of the Youth For Change project initiated by Plan International in three countries, including Bangladesh.

Mission and Vision

YFC-BD's mission is to empower young people, particularly women and adolescent girls, to become active and equal citizens who can reach their full potential. The organization is driven by the belief that young people should be change-makers and actively participate in shaping policies that impact their lives.

Background

The idea for Youth For Change emerged during the Girl Summit 2014 in the UK, where organizations such as Plan International, Action Aid, and the Girl's Not Brides network discussed the importance of young people becoming change-makers. Following the summit, Plan International introduced the Youth For Change project in Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, and Tanzania. After the project's successful completion in 2018, the country panels in these three countries decided to continue the initiative and become independent youth-led organizations. Thus, Youth For Change Bangladesh was established as an independent youth organization in Bangladesh.

Registration and Structure

YFC-BD is registered under the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Government of Bangladesh and is also registered with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. The organization follows a youth-led structure with leadership positions held to ensure gender balance.

Guiding Philosophy

YFC-BD is guided by four pillars for change, which form the core principles of the organization. These pillars include creating scopes for capacity building, bringing young people together for change, reaching grassroots activists, and advocating with policymakers to influence youth-related policies.

Source of Funding

YFC-BD relies on various sources of funding, including donor organizations, grants and awards, and donations.

Major Achievements

YFC-BD has received recognition and awards for its work in empowering young people and promoting gender equality. Some of the notable achievements include:

 "Joy Bangla Youth Award 2020" under the category of Women Empowerment, hosted by the Center for Research and Information (CRI) and the Young Bangla platform. "Certification with Distinction" award from Youthopia Bangla, United Nations Volunteers (UNV), and United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in 2017. First prize in the "Youth Video Contest 2017" organized by Youthopia Bangla, UNV, and UN Women Bangladesh. "Sheikh Hasina Youth Volunteer Award 2020" under the category Outstanding Youth Volunteer Organization for the activities of COVID-19 response, hosted by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Government of Bangladesh. Representation at various international events and conferences, including the European Week of Action for Girls, Women Deliver Global Conference, Global Meeting of Girls Not Brides, and Youth Forum of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. 

Activities

YFC-BD conducts various activities aimed at creating positive changes in society. These activities include capacity building, creating partnerships, reaching grassroots activists, and policy advocacy. The organization has been involved in campaigns addressing issues such as gender equality, sexual and reproductive health rights, and online safety. YFC-BD has implemented projects in collaboration with other NGOs, focusing on empowering young champions and strengthening civil society organizations working on gender-based violence and sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Contact Information

Dhaka Office: C/O Jahir Rayhan, House 33, Road: 02, 3rd floor, Janata Housing, Ring Road, Dhaka-1207. Rangpur Office: Youth For Change Bangladesh, Dharmodash Baro Aulia, Cadet College Road, Rangpur Sadar, Rangpur. Mobile: 01911059159, 01753858379

References

 Official Website of Youth For Change Bangladesh: https://youthforchangeglobal.org/</li> <li>Youth For Change Bangladesh Facebook Page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/youth4changebd">www.facebook.com/youth4changebd</a></li> </ol>