Every child deserves
the right to learn.
Shakti Bidyalaya runs free schools in the urban slums of Dhaka — giving Bangladesh's most vulnerable children education, dignity, and a future.
A school where the streets used to be their classroom
Shakti Bidyalaya is a series of free schools established by the Banglar Pathshala Foundation in the urban slum communities of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Since 2008, we have been delivering Mass Education to children who otherwise have no access to schooling — street children, slum dwellers, and families living in extreme poverty.
We believe education is not a privilege — it is a fundamental human right. Our program goes beyond reading and writing: we teach survival skills, road safety, hygiene, health awareness, and social rights.
Basic Education
Free textbooks, stationery, and structured lessons for all enrolled children.
Life Skills
Road safety, hygiene, health education — knowledge to survive and thrive.
Cultural Activities
Art, music, and celebrations that build confidence and community.
Shakti Care
Healthcare support and wellness programs for students and their families.
Changing lives, one slum school at a time
In Bangladesh, millions of children living in urban slums are invisible to the formal education system. Shakti Bidyalaya finds them where they are — in the alleyways of Mirpur, Mohammadpur, and Korail — and brings school to them.
"Our aim is to make the deprived children realize their human rights and dignity through basic education, awareness programs, and cultural activities." — Banglar Pathshala FoundationHelp us reach more children →
Transparent. Community-rooted. Accountable.
Our Mass Education Program (MEP) is built around measurable, monthly-reported outcomes. Every donation goes directly to children in need.
Locate & Assess
We identify illiterate and out-of-school children in urban slum communities in Dhaka, individually assess their needs, and enrol them into the program.
Educate & Empower
Children receive structured education, free learning materials, life skills training, and cultural programs — all delivered by trained teachers and volunteers.
Monitor & Report
Every branch submits a Monthly Generated Report (MGR). Donors and sponsors receive transparent updates on how their contributions are creating impact.
3 branches, thousands of futures
All three branches are located in some of Dhaka's most underserved slum communities, placing the school where the need is greatest.
Mirpur, Section No. 1
Zoo Road Slum
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Serving children in one of Dhaka's most densely populated slum corridors, adjacent to the Mirpur Zoo Road area.
Mohammadpur
Johuri Moholla Slum
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Reaching families in the Johuri Moholla community — one of the oldest informal settlements in central Dhaka.
Gulshan-1
Korail Slum
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Located in the heart of the Korail bosti — a large urban settlement bordering Dhaka's upscale Gulshan district.
Your donation teaches a child to read
A small monthly gift can supply a child with textbooks, a teacher, and a safe space to learn for an entire year. Every contribution, large or small, directly funds our schools in Dhaka's slums.
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More ways to make a difference
Beyond donations, Shakti Bidyalaya welcomes dedicated teachers, enthusiastic volunteers, and committed partners.
Teach at Shakti Bidyalaya
Join our team of passionate educators working directly in slum communities across Dhaka. No formal teaching certification required — just dedication and heart.
Apply to Teach →Become a Volunteer
From event support to curriculum development and fundraising — there are many ways to contribute your skills and time to Shakti Bidyalaya's mission.
Volunteer With Us →Corporate Sponsorship
Partner with us to sponsor a full branch, fund a teacher salary, or run a school supplies drive. We offer CSR packages with full reporting and recognition.
Partner With Us →Spread the Word
Share our story on social media, write about our work, or introduce us to your network. Awareness is one of the most powerful tools for change.
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