Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee (BRAC)

BRAC (Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee) is a large nonprofit organization based in Bangladesh that works to improve the lives of disadvantaged communities. Founded in 1972, it focuses on areas like education, healthcare, economic development, and social empowerment, especially for women and marginalized groups. BRAC operates through grassroots programs that provide skills training, microfinance, and health services, helping people become self-reliant and build resilient communities. Its approach emphasizes sustainable, community-led solutions to reduce poverty and promote social justice across Bangladesh and in other countries where it has expanded.