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Transforming the futures of child workers through education and empowerment

The UK-Bangladesh Education Trust (UKBET) is a UK registered charity (no. 1027704) and a registered international NGO in Bangladesh. We train school teachers of English, run innovative education programmes for child workers and campaign for an end to child labour. Despite being against the law in Bangladesh the employment of children under-14 is still rife. Extreme poverty forces families to send

23/06/2026

Behind closed doors, countless childhoods disappear unnoticed.

Domestic child labour robs children of their education, their safety, and the opportunities every child deserves.

21/06/2026

By supporting Jhuma's father with a rickshaw, we helped create a sustainable source of income for the family. πŸ’›

The family no longer has to rely on Jhuma's earnings from domestic child labour, allowing her to focus on learning through the Doorstep Learning Programme.

Photos from UKBET's post 19/06/2026

Ending domestic child labour requires more than removing children from workβ€”it requires informed families and stronger communities. πŸ’›

In Moulvibazar, guardians took part in an awareness-raising meeting on child marriage, financial literacy, and the importance of education, helping create a safer future for their children through the Doorstep Learning Programme, supported by READ Foundation.

17/06/2026

Once engaged in domestic child labour, Madhobi is now building new skills and new possibilities. πŸ’›

Through vocational training, she is learning beauty therapy and taking a step towards a more independent future.

Photos from UKBET's post 15/06/2026

Measuring progress, strengthening learning. πŸ“š

Through our special assessment, we track each child's learning journey, celebrate their achievements, and ensure they receive the support they need to keep moving forward. πŸ’›

12/06/2026

πŸŸ₯ Red Card to Child Labour Challenge

This World Day Against Child Labour 2026, UKBET invites everyone to take a stand against child labour.

Join our Challenge by taking a photo while holding a red card and posting it on Facebook.

How to participate:
βœ… Hold a red card and take a photo
βœ… Post it on your Facebook profile
βœ… Tag UKBET's page
βœ… Use the hashtags below
βœ… Nominate 3 friends, colleagues, or family members to continue the challenge

Together, we can raise awareness and promote every child's right to education, protection, and a brighter future.

πŸ“’ Don't forget to use:





Show child labour the red card. Give every child a chance to learn, grow, and dream.

11/06/2026

Behind every statistic is a child whose education, safety and future are at risk.

On World Day Against Child Labour, we stand with every child denied their right to learn, play and thrive.

At UKBET, we work alongside child domestic workers and their families to help children leave child labour and access education and opportunities for a brighter future.

10/06/2026

Every child deserves a childhood, an education, and a future.

This World Day Against Child Labour, UKBET proudly joins the global movement to stand against child labour. πŸ’›

07/06/2026

Not long ago, Sadia's days were defined by domestic child labour. Today, she carries a bag filled with hope. πŸ’›

Through our Doorstep Learning Programme, children like her are taking their first steps towards education and a brighter future.

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House No 23, Lane 4, Housing Estate
Sylhet
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Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 18:00