EBL, Proyash to support children with special needs

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) yesterday entered into a strategic partnership with Proyash Institute of Special Education to strengthen the school’s infrastructure for children with special needs.

As part of the initiative, Ziaul Karim, head of communications and external affairs and head of CSR desk of EBL, formally handed over a cheque to Colonel Md Altaf Ali, executive director and principal of Proyash Institute of Special Education, at a ceremony held at the bank’s head office in Dhaka, according to a press release.

Proyash, a non-profit charitable institution administered by the Bangladesh Army under the guidance of the Chief of Army Staff, works for the holistic development of children with special needs.

Its programmes include Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education, Skill-Based Training, Extra-Curricular Activities, therapeutic services and other developmental initiatives.

Speaking on the occasion, Ziaul Karim said Proyash Institute has been providing services to communities of children with special needs through therapy, vocational and skill-based training, helping transform them into active members of society while providing much-needed relief to parents facing lifelong challenges.

“We are extremely delighted to be a part of this noble initiative undertaken by Proyash,” he added.

On behalf of Proyash, Md Altaf Ali said that with the support of EBL, the institute will continue strengthening individuals with special needs by developing essential skills, enhancing employability and fostering social acceptance.

He added that the initiative aims to empower them to live with dignity and become valued members of an inclusive and compassionate society.

Among others present at the event were Afroza Sultana, vice principal of Proyash, Kawsari Warda, HR incharge, Sultan Ahmed, head teacher, Md Abdullah Al Mamun, company secretary of EBL, Maj Md Abdus Salam (Retd), head of administration, and Md Maskur Reza, head of business information systems.