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Action and Light- Bangladesh Portfolio Events

Action and Light- Bangladesh Portfolio

Explore the strategic vision and programmatic impact of Action and Light of Joypurhat through our latest organizational portfolio. As a grassroots development organization based in Northwest Bangladesh, Action and Light works at the intersection of Research, food security, climate resilience, human rights, and inclusive community development. Our approach is rooted in community engagement, local

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  • Mar 21, 2026
Gnyati Gola: A Community-Led Food Bank Responding to Crisis and Ramadan

Gnyati Gola: A Community-Led Food Bank Responding to Crisis and Ramadan

The Gnyati Gola Community Food Bank, an initiative of Action and Light , continues to support vulnerable families by providing essential food assistance during times of crisis and throughout the holy month of Ramadan. Through this community-driven initiative, volunteers and local supporters collect food and financial contributions to distribute basic necessities such as rice, lentils, […]

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  • Mar 11, 2026
Action and Light Stands for Women’s Rights

Action and Light Stands for Women’s Rights

On 8 March 2026 at 10:00 AM, a human chain programme was organized in Joypurhat town by Action and Light to observe International Women’s Day and raise awareness about women’s rights and gender equality. Human rights activists, youth volunteers, women leaders, students, and members of civil society participated in the programme, forming a human chain […]

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  • Mar 09, 2026
Preserving Northern Bangladesh’s Sufi Heritage: Action and Light Unveils Research Book on the Naqshbandi–Mujaddidi Tradition Research & Library

Preserving Northern Bangladesh’s Sufi Heritage: Action and Light Unveils Research Book on the Naqshbandi–Mujaddidi Tradition

As part of its ongoing effort to document and preserve the spiritual heritage of Northern Bangladesh, Action and Light has unveiled a research-based publication titled “The Spread of the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi Order in North Bengal: The Role of Pir Syed Wazed Ali Mehedibagi (R) with Reference to Singerghari, Sarail and Ramshahar Darbar Sharif.” The book […]

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  • Mar 06, 2026
Access the eBook Advancing Preservation of the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi Tradition and the Legacy of Pir Syed Wazed Ali Mehedibagi (R) Research & Library

Access the eBook Advancing Preservation of the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi Tradition and the Legacy of Pir Syed Wazed Ali Mehedibagi (R)

On 21 February 2026, in observance of International Mother Language Day, Action and Light released a field research–based eBook titled: “The Spread of the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi Order in North Bengal: The Role of Pir Syed Wazed Ali Mehedibagi (R) with Reference to Singerghari, Sarail and Ramshahar Darbar Sharif”by Md Rafiqul Islam. Published under the organization’s […]

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  • Feb 21, 2026
Testimonial Ceremony Held for Orphanage Skill Enhancement Programme by Action and Light Events

Testimonial Ceremony Held for Orphanage Skill Enhancement Programme by Action and Light

Action and Light continues its mission of empowering marginalized children through its long-term initiative titled “Technical Skill Enhancement Programme for Residents of Orphanages.” The programme is being implemented at Din-E-Markaz Atimkhana, Madina Mahal Campus, Joypurhat Municipality, with the goal of equipping orphanage residents with practical skills that support their education, employabil

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  • Feb 06, 2026
A Journey of Commitment and Hope: Action and Light Receives Official Registration from the NGO Affairs Bureau Events

A Journey of Commitment and Hope: Action and Light Receives Official Registration from the NGO Affairs Bureau

After a long journey of dedication, discipline, and perseverance, we are pleased to formally announce that the knowledge-based voluntary organization Action and Light has been successfully registered under the NGO Affairs Bureau on 18 January 2026, bearing Registration Number: 3560. We express our sincere gratitude to all individuals, well-wishers, advisors, and institutions whose guidance, coope

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  • Jan 22, 2026
Action and Light Organized “Gaoner Goppo” Public Study Circle on Begum Rokeya Day Research & Library

Action and Light Organized “Gaoner Goppo” Public Study Circle on Begum Rokeya Day

Joypurhat | 10 December 2025 Action and Light successfully organized a “Gaoner Goppo” (Public Study Circle) program on the occasion of Begum Rokeya Day on 10 December 2025 at the Action and Light office. The program was arranged to honor the legacy of Begum Rokeya, a pioneer of women’s rights, education, and social reform in […]

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  • Dec 28, 2025
Preserving Knowledge for the Future: Action and Light Hands Over Self-Published Works to Joypurhat District Library Research & Library

Preserving Knowledge for the Future: Action and Light Hands Over Self-Published Works to Joypurhat District Library

Action and Light has taken a significant step in knowledge preservation and dissemination by donating its collection of self-published works to the Joypurhat District Library. The donation includes books, research papers, and analytical studies covering topics such as social development, education, local history, culture, and community empowerment.

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  • Dec 04, 2025
Action and Light Marks World Climate Day 2025 with Launch of Groundbreaking Book on Water Commodification in the Barind Tracts Climate Action

Action and Light Marks World Climate Day 2025 with Launch of Groundbreaking Book on Water Commodification in the Barind Tracts

On World Climate Day 2025, Action and Light commemorated the occasion by unveiling a seminal new publication examining the political, economic, and social dimensions of water commodification in the Barind Tracts. The book offers an in-depth analysis of how market forces, governance structures, and local power dynamics are reshaping water access in one of Bangladesh’s most climate-affected-

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  • Dec 04, 2025
Homage to Jahangir Alam Shah: A Visionary Patron of Agricultural Heritage and Knowledge Sharing Research & Library

Homage to Jahangir Alam Shah: A Visionary Patron of Agricultural Heritage and Knowledge Sharing

Rajshahi, June 1, 2025 — Action and Light expresses heartfelt gratitude and pays deep homage to Jahangir Alam Shah, the esteemed founder of the Shah Agricultural Museum and Library, for his invaluable cooperation and active patronage in supporting the research and publication efforts of our organization.

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  • Dec 04, 2025
Anti-Narcotic Awareness Seminar Held in Joypurhat: Narcotic Control Department Joins Hands with ACTION AND LIGHT to Promote Drug-Free Society Events

Anti-Narcotic Awareness Seminar Held in Joypurhat: Narcotic Control Department Joins Hands with ACTION AND LIGHT to Promote Drug-Free Society

An Anti-Narcotic Awareness Seminar was recently held in Joypurhat, jointly organized by the Narcotic Control Department and Action and Light, aimed at promoting a drug-free society and raising awareness about the dangers of substance abuse. The seminar brought together students, youth groups, community leaders, and educators to discuss preventive measures, rehabilitation strategies, and the social

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  • Dec 04, 2025
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