Sunamganj is one of the most under developed districts in Bangladesh, surrounded by is a

wetland ecosystem in the north eastern part of Bangladesh which physically is a bowl or

saucer shaped shallow depression, also known as a backswamp. During monsoon haors

receive surface runoff water from rivers and canals to become vast stretches of turbulent

water. The lack of resources coupled with natural disasters is among the causes of poverty,

homelessness, stunted growth of children and food insecurity. Among the most vulnerable

are children who are victim of domestic violence, labour along with emotional and physical

abuses.

Government Home for Disadvantaged Girls Sunamganj, Bangladesh was established to accommodate 70 vulnerable girls’ children to provide accommodation and friendly environment for their development. M

ost of them are orphans and from broken family

background with extreme poverty condition. The home is the only place of hope for the

disadvantaged children, especially for orphan girls. However, over the years the building and

living conditions have deteriorated due to lack of resources and requires renovation, bedding

and other essentials to ensure safety and improved living conditions.