About CARA
Community Activities for Rural Advancement (CARA) is a Bangladesh-based, non-profit, non-political voluntary development organization working since 1998 to support rural and underserved communities through inclusive, community-led action.
Who CARA Is
Since 1998, CARA has supported rural and underserved communities across Bangladesh through community-led development.
Community-led development
CARA partners with communities to identify priorities and design practical solutions. Local participation is embedded in planning, delivery, and follow-up—so initiatives remain relevant and sustainable beyond a single project cycle.
Inclusive services and support
CARA provides essential support across health, education, sanitation, disability inclusion, and women & child rights. Programs are delivered with dignity and equity, ensuring people of all backgrounds can access services and opportunities.
Skills and Long-term Change
CARA strengthens livelihoods through practical skills development and income-generating support, while also improving community preparedness for emergencies. The goal is long-term resilience—helping families move toward stability, self-reliance, and better futures.
What CARA Does
CARA delivers community-led programs across key sectors to create practical support and lasting outcomes.
Health & Nutrition
Primary health support, maternal and child wellbeing, nutrition awareness, and need-based assistance—bringing essential support closer to communities.
Education Support
Community learning support through child selection, education centers, parent engagement, and awareness activities that strengthen access and continuity.
Women & Child Rights
Rights awareness, capacity building, and community engagement initiatives that promote safety, dignity, and equal opportunity.
Disability Inclusion
Need assessment, support services, rehabilitation initiatives, and inclusive development actions to expand participation and opportunity for persons with disabilities.
Skills & Livelihoods
Practical training and income-generating support (e.g., tailoring, handicrafts, basic mechanics, ICT where applicable) to help youth and families move toward self-reliance.
WASH (Water & Hygiene)
Community awareness and hygiene initiatives that reduce preventable risks and improve everyday wellbeing.
Environment & Climate
Tree plantation, environmental awareness, and local readiness initiatives to reduce climate risks and protect ecosystems.
Disaster Response
Preparedness training, field assessment, and timely humanitarian support—standing beside families during crisis and recovery.
What CARA Does
CARA delivers community-led programs across key sectors to create practical support and lasting outcomes.
- Smallholder farmers and rural livelihoods groups
- Unemployed and underemployed youth seeking skills and income opportunities
- Communities with limited access to health, education, and WASH services
- Households affected by seasonal shocks (floods, storms, heatwaves) & displacement risks
- School-age children at risk of dropoutsHouseholds affected by seasonal shocks (floods, storms, heatwaves) & displacement risks and learning gaps
- Families needing awareness on hygiene, nutrition, and basic health practices
