ALO Society recently held a coordination meeting with the leaders of the eight federations in Dhaka to review ongoing initiatives, discuss future priorities, and better understand the support needed to strengthen the organizations and their members.

During the meeting, federation leaders shared that since 2023, ALO Society has been providing various forms of organizational and technical support to all eight federations in Dhaka. These initiatives have helped the federations strengthen their self-help groups, increase membership, and improve their overall organizational capacity.

The leaders also highlighted the positive impact of the Education Support Program implemented from 2024 to 2026. Through this initiative, many students from leprosy-affected and disadvantaged families received educational assistance, enabling them to continue their studies and pursue better opportunities. In addition to educational support, ALO Society has continuously provided technical guidance, capacity-building activities, and organizational development support.

During the discussion, ALO Society Executive Committee Member Nurjhst Jahan inquired about the progress of the federations, the challenges they are currently facing, and new initiatives they are planning to undertake in their respective areas.

The meeting was attended by Klinton Malakar, Program Manager of ALO Society, and Arpon Andry, Assistant Accountant. Mr. Arpon Andry was formally introduced to the federation leaders and will work closely with them to improve financial reporting, documentation, and regular progress tracking.

Mr. Klinton Malakar also introduced the newly approved project supported by The Leprosy Mission Great Britain (TLMGB). He discussed the project’s objectives, implementation priorities, and sought recommendations from the federation leaders regarding local needs and effective implementation strategies. The discussion emphasized ensuring that project activities respond to the actual needs of the communities.

As part of the preparation for the new project, ALO Society also discussed the importance of conducting internal audits and strengthening financial accountability to ensure transparent and effective project implementation.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to maintaining close collaboration, strengthening federation capacity, and improving the quality of services provided to persons affected by leprosy and other disadvantaged communities.