BRAC Bank’s CSR initiatives touch 1.72 lakh lives in 2025

BRAC Bank PLC positively impacted 172,502 people across Bangladesh in 2025 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, focusing on education, healthcare, disability inclusion, climate adaptation and humanitarian support, according to a press release.

Under the Aporajeyo TARA scholarship programme, 807 underprivileged female students continued higher education, while 348 aspiring women entrepreneurs received training through the Uddokta 101 initiative. 

The bank also awarded scholarships to 35 children with disabilities of its employees, reinforcing an inclusive workplace culture.

Through the Aporajeyo Ami initiative, 47,534 workers from corporate and SME client factories received free eye screenings and corrective glasses. 

In Thakurgaon and Bogura, 44,545 underprivileged people benefited from free cataract surgeries, medicines and vision care. 

Additionally, 3,971 people received phaco surgeries, and 7,029 free kidney dialysis sessions were provided under the Sir Abed Kidney Dialysis Fund.

Commenting on the achievement, Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, managing director and CEO of BRAC Bank PLC, said the bank measures progress by the lives it transforms, with a focus on dignity, inclusion and lasting impact. To promote disability inclusion, 85 employees received specialised training, while 75 persons with disabilities were trained in IT and multimedia skills. 

Another 810 individuals received limb and brace support, and 78 people with hearing and speech impairments were trained in sewing to support sustainable livelihoods. 

Employment opportunities were also created through the Aporajeyo Ami Job Fair, where 46 persons with disabilities were recruited.

In climate action, tree nail removal campaigns were conducted in eight districts, while 7,130 people in Bagherhat were trained in eco-friendly agroforestry practices. The bank also provided winter clothing to 59,653 underprivileged people and supported staff affected by the Korail slum fire.