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Beyond School Admission: Supporting Children Back in Education
On 14 September 2026, UKBET organised a motivating session for former Doorstep Learning Programme (DLP) students who have returned to mainstream school. The students shared the hardships they face at school and at home, how the change in environment has affected them...
Mahie, aged 9
Mahie, aged nine, had to start working as a domestic worker because her family was struggling financially. Although she was still young, she had little choice but to work instead of going to school. Through UKBET’s support, Mahie’s family received assistance through...
Our sincere thanks to Khanum’s
Supporting education and brighter futures UK Bangladesh Education Trust (UKBET) extends its sincere thanks to Khanum’s and its founder, Rokeya Khanum, for their generous support and commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable children. Their support has helped...
In partnership with READ Foundation
Expanding education opportunities in Moulvibazar With the generous support of the READ Foundation, UK Bangladesh Education Trust (UKBET) has expanded its Doorstep Learning Programme to Moulvibazar, bringing education and support to children engaged in domestic labour...
In partnership with Chalk Cliff Trust
Empowering children through education and family support With the generous support of the Chalk Cliff Trust, UK Bangladesh Education Trust (UKBET) is expanding its Doorstep Learning Programme to two additional wards in Sylhet in 2026. This support will enable 48...
UKBET Annual Report 2025
Doorstep Learning Programme Since 2019, UKBET’s Doorstep Learning Programme (DLP) has provided a vital lifeline to children engaged in child domestic labour, offering a holistic approach to breaking the cycle of child labour and ensuring children’s access to...
Annual Impact Report 2025
In 2025, UKBET continued to support children affected by child labour through education, skills development and family livelihood support, helping them build safer and more secure futures. Thanks to your support: 477 children participated in education and development...
Salma Jannat, aged 11
As the eldest of five children, Salma Jannat had to leave school when her family faced financial difficulties. After their home was destroyed in the 2022 floods, her family moved to the city. Her father began working as a rickshaw driver and her mother found work as a...
Ruhi, aged 13
After losing her father at a young age, Ruhi began working as a child domestic worker to help support her family. Following identification through a community survey, she joined UKBET’s Doorstep Learning Programme and resumed her education through three learning...
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