A Major Obstacle to Child Development and Education in Bangladesh

The hindered physical and mental development of children due to malnutrition persists, despite advancements in the health sector, with the country still significantly lacking in nutrition. Statistics reveal alarming figures, with 38.7% of children aged zero to 59 months being short, 35.1% underweight, and 16.3% experiencing stunted growth due to malnutrition. The primary causes identified include population density, poverty, ignorance, and a lack of public awareness about nutrition. Malnutrition affects not only children in impoverished families but also those in affluent households. Shadow Bangladesh has dedicated substantial efforts to aiding street children, encompassing education, food, clothing, medical assistance, and technical training to enhance their quality of life. However, volunteers involved in the education program acknowledge that underprivileged street children cannot solely improve their condition through education. Emphasizing the pivotal role of nutritional support, Shadow Bangladesh underscores the necessity of addressing children's food requirements for their physical, healthy, and intellectual development.

Chayatal’s Initiative:

  • Chayatal provide breakfast to the children.
  • Lunch: After finishing their classes, we try to feed the children a full meal. From the beginning,
    we served food to children on clay plates. Considering children’s nutritional aspects, we include
    a sufficient amount of vegetables and small fish in the food list. To reduce the cost of food, we
    shop groceries ourselves and cook in the office of the organization.
  • At the end of the day especially in the Afternoon children eat a snack.

Children at risk of health

Street children face significant health hazards as they endure the adversities of their environment, braving the sun and rain in summer and harsh cold during winter, often leading to conditions like pneumonia. Living on the streets, they lack access to guaranteed safe water, exposing them to waterborne diseases such as diarrhea, jaundice, and typhoid. Malnutrition is prevalent among them due to insufficient access to nutritious food, making them vulnerable to minor ailments.

There is no cure for lack of money

Regrettably, the lack of financial resources makes it uncertain for these children to have three meals a day, and medical expenses become an impossibility. A considerable number of underprivileged children, dispersed throughout the city, are deprived of essential medical care.

The role of Chayatal Bangladesh in ensuring health care:

Chayatal Bangladesh plays a crucial role in ensuring healthcare for these vulnerable children. The organization conducts a monthly medical camp in various slums, providing medical assistance to those in need. Additionally, Chhayatal Bangladesh supports 249 students and their families by supplying free essentials like soap, sanitary napkins, and medicine. The organization also focuses on health awareness, providing guidelines specifically tailored for the well-being of girl children. Through these initiatives, Chhayatal Bangladesh strives to enhance the health and overall well-being of underprivileged children and their families.

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