Events

A new door of knowledge has opened for the children of Rangpur. The Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) has opened a children’s library in Rangpur. On Saturday, August 6, the inauguration turned into a joyful gathering where children joined the ESDO family to celebrate the occasion. The library was...

A press briefing was held at ESDO’s headquarter in Dhaka today, unveiling our latest investigative report on the presence of heavy metals in teabag packaging materials. Although a preliminary study, as the first of its kind, ESDO is paving the path for further research by heightening awareness among stakeholders. The...

On August 23, 2025, the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) organized a Consultative Workshop on developing the Strategy for a Lead-Free Bangladesh & Multi-Year Plan of Action (2025–2035) at the Department of Environment Auditorium in Dhaka. This workshop was organized in partnership with ESDO, UNICEF Bangladesh and...

We are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent collaborative meeting with Instiglio and LEEP, where key stakeholders—including representatives from the Ministry of Industry, BSTI, DoE, and UNICEF Bangladesh—came together to tackle the pressing issue of lead in decorative paints. During the meeting, ESDO presented critical insights from our...

Youth Voices Rise for a Plastic-Free Future On 28th July 2025, ESDO successfully hosted the Youth Dialogue on Plastic Pollution & Treaty Negotiations at the ESDO office as part of the Break Free From Plastic Global Week of Action 2025. Young leaders gathered to discuss the Global Plastics Treaty process,...

The 3rd Container Group Meeting, which focused on strengthening due diligence in Bangladesh’s textile sector, was held on 22 July 2025 at New Cheers Restaurant, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Organized by ESDO (Environment and Social Development Organization) and BILS (Bangladesh Institute of Labor Studies), with support from FEMNET e.V., the event brought together key stakeholders, including government ministries,...

We are thrilled to share the success of the Free Dental Camp held on 20th July 2025 at Sher-e Bangla Model High School, Ashulia, Savar. Organized by Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) in collaboration with MT Dental Center, this event provided free, mercury-free dental care to the community, promoting...

Report Launch & Press Briefing on “Toxic Playtime: Uncovering Heavy Metals in Children’s Plastic Toys” The Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) successfully hosted a report launching and press briefing event to unveil its latest investigative study titled “Toxic Playtime: Uncovering Heavy Metals in Children’s Plastic Toys.” The event took...

Department of Environment (DoE), Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO), the Basel Stockholm Convention Regional Centre – South East Asia (BSCRC-SEA), and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC, USA), successfully organized the National Stakeholder Consultation Workshop on “Reducing Uses and Releases of Chemicals of Concern...

On 19 June 2025, a joint study by ESDO, EEB, and BAN Toxics revealed alarming findings in a media briefing at ESDO’s head office. Toxic skin-lightening creams containing mercury are still being sold in the market and on online platforms in Bangladesh, posing a serious public health threat. In tests...

On June 6, 2025, ESDO marked its 35th year. On 19th June, ESDO celebrated the anniversary with a special gathering at Four Seasons Restaurant, uniting government officials, CSO partners, academics, board members, former colleagues, and friends. The celebration showcased ESDO’s key achievements from the past year and premiered a documentary...

BAN Toxics and ESDO Strengthen Joint Advocacy for a Toxics-Free Future BAN Toxics and the Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) have officially launched the second phase of their joint campaign in Bangladesh this week, continuing their strong partnership to advocate for a toxics-free environment. This collaborative effort aims to...

The Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) successfully organized a dynamic workshop titled “The Role of Bangladeshi Youth in the Global Plastic Treaty (INC-5.2)” on May 24, 2025, at its headquarters in Dhaka. The workshop aimed to inspire and empower Bangladeshi youth to actively participate in shaping both national and...

New Progress in Protecting Labor Rights and Environmental Sustainability in Bangladesh’s Textile Sector! On May 21, 2025, a stakeholder conference titled “Strengthening Due Diligence Implementation in the Textile Sector in Bangladesh” was jointly organized by Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) and Bangladesh Institute of Labour Studies (BILS), with support...

  Medical Campaign in Collaboration with AGROHO Society Kathgara, May 8, 2025 On May 8, 2025, ESDO partnered with the AGROHO Society to successfully conduct the second free medical campaign in the Kathgara neighborhood. With active involvement from the local community, AGROHO Society set up a mobile medical facility at...