Empowerment is at the heart of RUPSA’s mission to build an inclusive and equitable society. This initiative supports marginalized women, single mothers, persons with disabilities, and third-gender individuals by equipping them with the tools to lead independent, dignified lives. Under this umbrella, two major projects are implemented: Rise & Thrive, which focuses on online skill development, freelancing, and entrepreneurship; and She Leads, a leadership and confidence-building program for aspiring changemakers from disadvantaged backgrounds. Together, these efforts aim to create sustainable impact through opportunity, inclusion, and empowerment.
In a society where countless women and gender-diverse individuals are left behind due to social stigma, poverty, and limited opportunities, true empowerment demands more than charity—it demands structured, inclusive development. RUPSA’s “Rise & Thrive” initiative was born from this very need.
Women who are widowed, living with disabilities, raising children alone, or identifying as a third gender often struggle to access steady income, respect, or the tools to build their future. They remain invisible in the mainstream economy. Through this project, RUPSA unlocks its potential by equipping it with digital skills, linking it to global job markets, and fostering entrepreneurship.
Rise & Thrive is not just a project—it’s a movement to help marginalized voices rise above inequality and thrive with dignity. By leveraging technology as a bridge, we connect skills to opportunities, dreams to action, and exclusion to empowerment.
The primary goals of the Rise & Thrive project are:
Skill Development: Equip participants with market-relevant skills suitable for the digital economy.
Employment Opportunities: Facilitate access to freelance platforms and remote job markets.
Entrepreneurship Support: Provide micro-funding and mentorship to foster small business initiatives.
Social Inclusion: Promote awareness and acceptance of marginalized groups within society.
Skill Development
Participants receive free, targeted training in:
– Freelancing (e.g., graphic design, writing, digital marketing)
– Tailoring, handicrafts, and green product making
– Basic IT and business skills
– Financial literacy and online platforms
Small Investment Support
Each participant may receive a micro-grant (~$400) to:
– Start a home-based or community business
– Buy tools and materials
– Launch freelance careers
Employment Opportunities RUPSA connects graduates with:
– Remote job platforms
– CSR employment through RUPSA IT & Mart
– Rural influencer works via Influence Hut
Mentorship & Monitoring
RUPSA ensures ongoing support through:
– Regular check-ins and progress assessments.
– Access to a community of peers and mentors.
– Workshops on personal development and resilience.
Impact and Achievements
Since its inception in 2023, the Rise & Thrive project has:
– Trained over 300 individuals across various regions.
– Enabled more than 100 participants to secure freelance jobs.
– Supported the establishment of 50+ micro-enterprises.
– Fostered increased social acceptance and inclusion of marginalized groups.
Theses achievements reflect the project’s effectiveness in transforming lives and communities.
Empowering marginalized individuals is crucial for:
– Economic Growth: Harnessing untapped potential contributes to national development.
– Social Equity: Reducing disparities fosters a more inclusive society.
– Community Resilience: Empowered individuals are better equipped to support their families and communities.
By addressing both economic and social dimensions, Rise & Thrive promotes holistic development.
Dignity & Hope is a compassionate initiative of RUPSA dedicated to restoring purpose and independence in the lives of women who are often left behind—widows, women with disabilities, and the unprivileged. Many of these women face social exclusion, financial hardship, and emotional isolation. This program offers more than aid — it offers dignity, self-reliance, and hope for a better future.
Through small but impactful financial support (including Zakat and general donations), RUPSA helps them build micro-businesses, regain stability, and become contributing members of society
Who We Support:
– Widowed and abandoned women
– Women with physical or mental disabilities
– Women-led families living below the poverty line
– Unemployed, unskilled, and undereducated disabled men and women from poor households
These individuals often lack access to even the smallest capital to start a business or learn a trade. Dignity & Hope fills that gap.
In Bangladesh’s socio-cultural context, traditional gender roles and discrimination restrict many women and gender minorities from stepping into leadership roles. These challenges include:
– Limited access to education and skill-building
– Economic dependency and lack of financial resources
– Social stigma around gender identity and disability
– Exclusion from decision-making forums
The absence of diverse leadership means many issues—like gender-based violence, health rights, and social inclusion—remain inadequately addressed at the community and policy levels. Dignity & Hope was designed to break these barriers by providing tailored training, mentorship, and opportunities for marginalized individuals to step forward as agents of change.
Selection & Screening
Beneficiaries are selected through a community-based screening process focusing on need, potential, and commitment.
Skill Development
RUPSA offers hands-on training in tailoring, crafts, food processing, green products, and basic financial skills to help women build small, sustainable livelihoods.
Ongoing Mentorship
Participants receive continued support to build confidence, improve business decisions, and access broader opportunities.
Dignity & Hope stands as a beacon of hope and empowerment for marginalized men, women, and gender-diverse individuals in Bangladesh. By fostering inclusive leadership, this project is unlocking potential, promoting equality, and building resilient communities equipped to face social and economic challenges head-on.
When Dignity & Hope, society thrives. Join us in making that vision a reality.
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