A day long three batches Safeguarding and Child Protection Training were successfully held on 11. 12 and 13 May 2026 in Kurigram under the “Community Support for Inclusive and Equitable Education across 25 Schools in Kurigram District (CBM-V Project)” implemented by ESDO with support from Muslim Aid Bangladesh Field Office.

The training brought together 25 Safeguard Focal Persons and 85 Student Brigade Leaders from 17 secondary and 8 primary schools. Sessions were facilitated by Ms. Ayrin Akter, Head of Safeguarding and PSEAH of ESDO, focusing on safeguarding principles, child protection, risk management, reporting mechanisms, and creating safe learning environments.

The session was attended by Mr. Shafikul Islam, District Education Officer (DEO), Kurigram, as Chief Guest. He emphasized the importance of ensuring safe, inclusive, and child-friendly schools through collective efforts of teachers, school authorities, parents, and communities.

Special guests included Mr. Abdur Rob, Upazila Secondary Education Officer, Mr. N. M. Shoriful Islam, Upazila Primary Education Officer, and Mr. Moin Uddin, Project Manager of the CBM-V Project.

The CBM-V Project is working to improve attendance, reduce dropout, and promote inclusive and equitable education in 25 schools across Kurigram district.