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18/08/2026

🌾𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞!

Climate resilient agriculture in Khulna's coastal polders took center stage on 25th June 2026, as the PARIBARTAN Team organized a Local level Stakeholders' Dialogue at the Upazila Conference Room in Batiaghata.

Nearly 50 participants attended, representing a wide cross section of local governance and technical expertise. Among those present were the Upazila Nirbahi Officer of Batiaghata, the PSO of OFRD, BARI Khulna, DAE officers, the UP Chairman, and officials from Youth Development, Rural Development, Livestock, and Fisheries, alongside the Project Implementation Officer, Upazila Cooperative Officer, UP Member, SAAO, UWAO, UE, private sector partners, Change Agents, and farmers from the selected project areas.

Two key points dominated the discussion. First, Participants strongly encouraged wider adoption of open pollinated crop varieties, viewing seed sovereignty as central to farmers' long term independence and resilience. Second, stakeholders agreed that stronger coordination with local government bodies remains critical to the success of adaptation efforts on the ground, with several participants pointing to Change Agents as a key link between institutions and communities.

Beyond these takeaways, the session served a practical purpose: reviewing outcomes from the previous Rabi season, taking stock of the current Aus season, and laying groundwork for the upcoming Aman season. Presentations introduced the PARIBARTAN Project and its work under Polder 31, walked participants through the Rabi 2025 to 2026 System Assessment, and shared findings from a Political Economy Analysis for Locally Led Adaptation.

Stakeholders left with a renewed commitment to closer government and project coordination, continued support for farmer led seed choices, and sustained backing for the Change Agent approach as Khulna's agricultural communities work to adapt to a changing climate.

The PARIBARTAN Project is funded by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research and implemented by ICCCAD, in collaboration with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and Shushilan.

11/08/2026

Got climate adaptation stories from local communities or research you want to share?

We are opening the floor to YOU! The COLOCAL Blog is looking for submissions to showcase community-level insights on locally led adaptation, disaster risk reduction, nature-based solutions, and many more topics across our network of Least Developed Countries.

Who can submit? Anyone!

We want to hear your observations, field reflections, and human stories you’ve uncovered from interacting with climate vulnerable communities.
Experts in the field are invited to share their insights on the current landscape of climate change adaptation.

Submission Guidelines:

1. Theme Focus: Climate Change Adaptation (CCA)
2. Word Limit: Up to 1,000 words
3. Visuals (if any): Submissions should include original photos taken by you (from field trips, community visits, or project sites)

Ready to contribute?

Send your articles to: [email protected]

09/08/2026

🌿 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2026

“Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being.”

Today, we honour Indigenous midwives, the keepers of generations of knowledge, care, and tradition who safeguard the lives and well-being of mothers, newborns, and communities.

Honour their knowledge, Respect their traditions.

05/08/2026

Today, we stand united in remembrance of the heroes who rewrote the history of Rights 🇧🇩

On this July Mass Uprising Day, we pay our deepest respects to the brave students and citizens who sacrificed everything for justice and equality in 2024. Their courage will forever inspire our nation. ✊🏽

04/08/2026

Reflection from the Climate Change Training with the RMG workers of DBL Group

On 31st July, ICCCAD capacitated 40 ready-made garment (RMG) workers from DBL Group on the nexus between climate change adaptation, labour rights, and just transition through an interactive session. The training focused on feasible adaptation strategies that could be implemented by workers, with management support, at the community level during heatwaves and waterlogging, two climatic hazards.

Through group artwork session the workers envisioned what a climate-resilient community could look like by suggesting practical adaptation solutions such as planting trees for shade and heat absorption; improving waste management through behavioural changes of throwing waste in dustbins and not littering the drains; ensuring safe drinking water stations; installing pond railings and stairways for safety protecting the ecosystem; installing rooftop solar panels, and having quicker access to hospitals within their communities.

Workers are also being capacitated by DBL Group Factory Management to adapt to heatwave impacts and maintain safe working conditions—with access to adequate hydration facilities, proper ventilation, designated cooling spaces, a day-care centre, medical assistance with 24/7 medical support, a fair-trade commodity shop, and more.

The workers appreciated the theatre show as they saw their own reality on stage of tackling climatic impacts; the importance of adhering to their rights while protecting their well-being and the benefits of establishing standards for improved working conditions during climate calamities.

30/07/2026

🌾 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞-𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞

The PARIBARTAN Team successfully organized a one-day Local-level Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Locally Led Climate Adaptation in Polder Areas at the Upazila Agriculture Office Training Room, Amtali, Barguna, on 22nd June 2026. The dialogue brought together around 50 participants, including the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) and Upazila Agriculture Officer of Amtali, Union Parishad representatives, Assistant Scientific Officers, Bangladesh Agricultural Bank officials, representatives from the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB), Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC), private seed and pesticide suppliers, trial farmers, Change Agents, and other government and non-government stakeholders.

The dialogue aimed to review the activities implemented during the previous Rabi season, provide updates on the plans for Aus and Aman season, discuss the roles and responsibilities of Change Agents in promoting improved agricultural and water management practices, gather stakeholder feedback on piloted and upcoming trial crops, and strengthen collaboration among local stakeholders. The technical sessions covered the PARIBARTAN project background, project interventions in Polder 43/2F, the Rabi 2025–2026 System Assessment, and the Political Economy Analysis (PEA) for Locally Led Adaptation (LLA).

During the discussion, stakeholders emphasized the importance of promoting climate-resilient crops such as sunflower, mustard, and mung bean, selected based on local soil conditions and salinity levels in the project areas. Participants highlighted the need for regular soil and water quality testing to address salinity and reduce the risks of heavy metal contamination in agricultural production. They also stressed that restoring inactive sluice gates is essential for improving water management and enabling year-round cultivation, particularly for the Aus season. The dialogue encouraged wider adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), increased use of organic fertilizers, and reinforced the importance of protecting agricultural land by preventing illegal topsoil extraction.

The dialogue concluded with a shared commitment among stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, improve water governance, promote climate-smart agricultural practices, and support locally led adaptation initiatives that enhance the resilience and livelihoods of farming communities in Bangladesh's coastal polders.

Funded by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research, the PARIBARTAN Project is implemented by ICCCAD in collaboration with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and Shushilan, promoting inclusive and climate-resilient agriculture across Bangladesh's vulnerable coastal polders.

30/07/2026

On 29th July afternoon the Bangladesh Climate Change Trust (BCCT), International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD), and ADAMS Foundation convened a Policy Dialogue on integrating Non-Economic Loss and Damage (NELD) evidence into Bangladesh's National Mechanism on Loss and Damage (NMLD) — supported by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka.

Climate change in Bangladesh costs an estimated $3–5 billion annually. But behind that number lies a deeper reality — losses that no price tag can capture: cultural identity, mental health, indigenous knowledge, ecosystems, and the social fabric of communities on the frontline. The dialogue was about ensuring those losses are seen, documented, and institutionally recognised.

Dr. Fazle Rabbi Sadeque Ahmed, Research and Policy Advisor, ICCCAD set the context — situating Bangladesh's emerging National Framework on L&D (NFLD) and NMLD architecture within the broader global L&D landscape and making the case for evidence-driven institutional design.

The main presentation drew on findings from ICCCAD's EBAAN and Multi Actor Partnership (MAP) project to addres L&D, shaping the emerging architecture to address of L&D through Local Loss and Damage Policy Labs and L&D Hubs in Barisal, Rajshahi, Khulna, and Dhaka — bringing community-level realities directly into the national policy conversation.

A rich expert panel discussion followed, centred on a single critical question: how do we move from evidence to institutions?

Dr. Shahpar Selim, Programme Officer, Royal Norwegian Embassy delivered special remarks, reaffirming Norway's commitment to supporting Bangladesh's L&D governance journey.

Gazi Md. Wali-Ul-Hoque, Managing Director (Additional Secretary), BCCT chaired the dialogue with purpose — underscoring BCCT's commitment to building the institutional foundations Bangladesh urgently needs.

Dr. Md. Saidur Rahman, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) graced the dialogue as Chief Guest, he highlighted the need for stronger ICT-enabled data systems, localized actions, and continued dialogue, noting that "Better evidence, particularly on the vulnerabilities of women, children, and local communities, is essential for effective Loss and Damage integration."

Dr. Fazle Rabbi Sadeque Ahmed stressed the need for "more case studies, practical guidelines, and stronger evidence to advance the quantification and integration of non-economic Loss and Damage."

Concluding the programme, Mr. Gazi Md. Wali-Ul-Hoque, Managing Director of BCCT, thanked all participants for their active engagement, stating, "Your thoughtful participation and constructive discussions have made this event meaningful, and I look forward to continued collaboration in advancing this important agenda."

23/07/2026

Strengthening Bangladesh's Climate Governance and Loss & Damage Readiness 🇧🇩🌏

Day 2 of the Capacity Building Workshop on Climate Change, Loss & Damage, and Climate Finance concluded with technical sessions, interactive group exercises, sectoral project presentations, and a certificate distribution ceremony. The day gave government officials practical knowledge and acknowledged their participation, strengthening institutional readiness and advancing climate action.

The workshop was graced by Dr Saimum Parvez, Hon'ble Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, as the Chief Guest, who emphasized:
"Bangladesh is at a critical stage in strengthening its national response to climate change, particularly in addressing loss and damage. Building the capacity of government officials and strengthening coordination among institutions are essential to translating climate policies into effective action."

Representing the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka Mr. Fredrik Karlsrud, Head of Administration and Chargé d'affaires, stated:

"Norway is pleased to support initiatives that strengthen Bangladesh's capacity to address climate change, adaptation, and loss and damage... We hope that the knowledge and partnerships developed through this initiative will contribute to further progress in climate action and adaptation in Bangladesh."

The sessions featured insightful presentations by:

•⁠ ⁠Mr. Saqib Huq, Managing Director, ICCCAD, on Bangladesh's emerging Loss & Damage architecture and institutional coordination.
•⁠ ⁠Mr. Gazi Md. Wali-Ul-Hoque, Managing Director (Additional Secretary), Bangladesh Climate Change Trust (BCCT), on Bangladesh's climate finance readiness and the catalytic role of BCCT.
•⁠ ⁠Md. Shamsuddoha, Chief Executive, CPRD, who guided participants in developing sector-specific climate project concepts aligned with national priorities and international climate finance opportunities.

The workshop concluded with group presentations and reflections emphasizing evidence-based project development, stronger inter-ministerial collaboration, and enhanced access to climate finance.

In his closing remarks, Mr. Saqib Huq highlighted the need for a whole-of-society approach to climate change, stressing that effective responses to Loss & Damage require stronger coordination among government institutions, development partners, and local communities while connecting local climate realities with evidence-based project development and financing opportunities.

Mr. Asiq Mahmud, ADAMS Foundation, reaffirmed the workshop's objective of strengthening institutional capacity, enabling stakeholders to develop evidence-based climate actions and improve access to climate finance.

The event was presided over by Gazi Md. Waliul Haque, Managing Director (Additional Secretary), BCCT. He acknowledged and appreciated the support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and technical assistance from ADAMS Foundation and ICCCAD to successfully complete the two-day workshop with broader objectives of strengthening evidence-based project development, improving institutional coordination, and building the capacity of government stakeholders to access and utilize international climate finance for adaptation, mitigation, and loss and damage-related actions.

21/07/2026

The technical sessions of the Capacity Building Workshop on Climate Change Policy and Governance brought together experts from the Department of Environment and ICCCAD to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Bangladesh's climate policy landscape, global climate governance, and international climate finance.

The sessions were delivered by:

• Mr. Mirza Shawkat Ali, Director (Climate Change & International Convention), Department of Environment – Session: Bangladesh's Climate Policy and Governance Framework

• Mr. Md. Mahmud Hossain, Deputy Director (Climate Change), Department of Environment – Session: Understanding Loss and Damage and its Growing Importance within National and Global Climate Governance

• Dr. Fazle Rabbi Sadeque Ahmed, Advisor, ICCCAD, and Adjunct Professor, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) – Sessions: Climate Science and Global Climate Governance and International Climate Finance

Key Takeaways:
• Bangladesh's climate policy framework continues to evolve through the National Adaptation Plan (NAP 2023–2050) and NDC 3.0, strengthening adaptation, mitigation, and long-term resilience.
• Climate action must integrate adaptation, mitigation, and Loss & Damage through coordinated governance, cross-sectoral collaboration, and inclusive, evidence-based planning.
• Bangladesh is advancing institutional frameworks and data systems to better assess climate risks, address Loss & Damage, and improve resilience.
• International climate finance—including the GCF, GEF, Adaptation Fund, and FRLD—offers significant opportunities, but accessing these resources requires strong institutional capacity, bankable project development, and alignment with national priorities.
• Strengthening research, technical capacity, monitoring systems, and whole-of-government coordination is essential to translate climate science into effective policies, investments, and implementation.

The sessions fostered engaging discussions and strengthened participants' understanding of the policy, governance, and financing pathways needed to advance Bangladesh's climate ambitions and build a resilient, low-carbon future.

21/07/2026

We've just kicked off our two-day Capacity Building Workshop on Climate Change Policy, Governance and Finance — co-hosted with Bangladesh Climate Change Trust (BCCT) and ADAMS Foundation, with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka.

Respected Gazi Md. Wali-Ul-Hoque, Managing Director (Additional Secretary), Bangladesh Climate Change Trust warmly welcomed participants, highlighting how much ground Bangladesh still needs to cover on loss and damage finance access and the critical role of knowledge, coordination, and partnerships in getting there.

Honourable Additional Secretary Mohammad Naveed Saifullah of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change officially declared the workshop open, affirming that climate change is no longer a distant threat — it is Bangladesh's daily reality. With national frameworks in place — NAP, NDC, NFLD, NMLD — the priority now is translation: turning policy commitments into institutional action and accessible finance.

This workshop is the beginning of a sustained engagement. Officials from ministries and departments across Bangladesh's climate governance landscape are here to build the institutional capacity the country urgently needs.

Day 1 is underway. 👇

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