Date: March 15,2026
Venue: 4 No. Dhuliani Union Parishad, Chougacha Upazila, Jashore
Introduction
As part of the initiative to promote inclusive service provision, a series of 16 lobby meetings were conducted by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) with Local Government Institutions (LGIs) in Jashore district. One of these meetings took place at 4 No. Dhuliani Union Parishad, Chougacha Upazila, aimed at strengthening collaboration between CSOs and LGIs for inclusive development.
Participants
The meeting was attended by:
S. M. Mominur Rahman, Chairman of Dhuliani Union Parishad.
M. Rasel Ashraf, Executive Director of Ashraf Foundation.
All members of the Union Parishad.
Other relevant stakeholders.
Purpose
The lobby meeting focused on:
Promoting inclusive service provision at the local government level.
Encouraging active engagement and support from Union Parishad members.
Strengthening collaboration between CSOs and LGIs to ensure the rights of marginalized and differently-abled community members are addressed.
Outcome
The meeting served as a platform for discussion and commitment toward implementing inclusive initiatives in the union. Stakeholders acknowledged the importance of collective action to ensure accessibility, participation, and support for all community members, particularly those with disabilities.