Bangladesh

With this project, the Salvation Army aims to sustainably improve the health of people living in the Mirpur 11 area of the capital, Dhaka. The focus is on people suffering from leprosy and tuberculosis, as well as on protecting girls and boys from sexual violence. The Salvation Army also provides those affected with social, financial and organisational assistance. The majority of residents are part of the Bihari Muslim ethnic minority. The Salvation Army’s services and offers are provided regardless of the religion of those seeking help. Bangladesh’s Bihari community face discrimination and a range of difficulties. Most have no source of income, are under the poverty line, and live in cramped conditions. The Salvation Army’s project directly supports 1,560 people, including 1,000 women and 150 children. The project’s participants include 420 people suffering from leprosy and tuberculosis who are undergoing treatment in the Salvation Army’s local healthcare centre.