কক্সবাজার প্রতিবন্ধী যুব উন্নয়ন সংস্থা (চট্টগ্রাম বিভাগ)

Cox’s Bazar Disabled Youth Development Organization (CBDYDO)
Member of Bangladesh DPO Coalition

Mission

To promote the rights, dignity, and empowerment of persons with disabilities in Cox’s Bazar and across the Chattogram Division by ensuring their inclusion in education, health, livelihoods, and community development.

Vision

A future where all persons with disabilities in Bangladesh live with dignity, enjoy equal rights, and actively participate in society as empowered citizens.

Core Values

• Inclusion & Dignity – Every person deserves respect and equal opportunities.
• Accountability & Transparency – We act with integrity and responsibility to our community and partners.
• Participation & Empowerment – Persons with disabilities lead and shape their own development.
• Equity & Accessibility – Barriers are removed to ensure equal access to rights and services.

Strategic Objectives (12–36 months)

1. Strengthen community-based programs for persons with disabilities and children.
2. Expand rights awareness and social inclusion through local DPO/OPD networks.
3. Improve access to education, health, and livelihood opportunities.
4. Build institutional capacity, monitoring, and data systems.

Key Programs & Services

• Rights & Advocacy: Legal awareness, policy engagement, and accessibility campaigns.
• Child Protection & Safeguarding: Referral pathways, caregiver training, safeguarding protocols.
• Education & Skills: Inclusive education support, life-skills training, vocational training, and job placement.
• Health & Rehabilitation: Linkages to healthcare services, therapy support, and assistive device distribution.
• Livelihoods: Entrepreneurship coaching, financial literacy, and market linkages.
• Capacity Building: Training, mentoring, and coordination of district-level DPOs and OPDs.

Geographic Footprint

Direct Area of Operation:

• Cox’s Bazar

Project Implementation under Bangladesh DPO Coalition (Chattogram Division):

• Cox’s Bazar
• Cumilla
• Chandpur
• Chattogram
• Brahmanbaria
• Noakhali
• Feni
• Lakshmipur

The organization coordinates closely with local DPOs and OPDs across these districts to deliver inclusive programs.

Target Groups

• Persons with disabilities (all ages and impairment types)
• Children at risk and their caregivers
• Local DPOs/OPDs and community volunteers
• Schools, health facilities, and local government stakeholders

Safeguarding & Inclusion

• Child and Vulnerable Adult Safeguarding Policy in force
• Gender equality and disability inclusion mainstreamed across all programs
• “Do-No-Harm” and Code of Conduct compliance training for staff and volunteers

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

• Results framework with clear indicators (output to outcome)
• Routine data collection, quarterly reviews, and beneficiary feedback loops
• Annual financial audits and external program evaluations as applicable

Governance & Management

• Governing Body/Board: Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Members
• Executive Team: Executive Director, Program Leads, Finance/Admin Lead, MEL Lead
• Staff & Volunteers: [Insert number] full-time, [insert number] part-time, [insert number] volunteers
• Policies in Place: Finance & Procurement, Human Resources, Safeguarding, Anti-Fraud, Data Protection

Partnerships & Networks

• Member of: Bangladesh DPO Coalition and other local disability platforms
• Implementing with: Local DPOs, OPDs, NGOs, and government departments

Compliance & Risk Management

• Annual financial audit conducted by certified auditors
• Registered bank accounts and documented procurement procedures
• Risk register and mitigation plan reviewed quarterly