About Us

The ASHIKA Development Associates is a non-profit organization that is committed to the empowerment of communities in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) through integrated development programs. ASHIKA, which was established in 1999, is dedicated to the enhancement of livelihoods, the mitigation of disaster risks, the promotion of education, and the cultivation of climate resilience. The organization endeavors to improve the quality of life for marginalized groups by fostering strong partnerships and a dedicated team. ASHIKA, which is situated in the Rangamati Hill District, provides services to the three hill districts of Bandarban, Khagrachari, and Rangamati. Amader Shikkha O Kaj (আমাদের শিক্ষা ও কাজ) is the acronym for the organization's commitment to the practical application of all forms of education—formal, non-formal, technical, and vocational—to enhance the well-being of communities. ASHIKA is a proponent of environmentally friendly and cost-effective strategies that enable communities to sustain higher living standards, acknowledging the global impact of both globalization and climate change. ASHIKA prioritizes the support of capacity building and mitigation strategies to safeguard a healthy environment by reducing disaster risk and protecting against environmental degradation. The organization is dedicated to the development of a strong socio-economic foundation in the CHT by promoting climate-resilient livelihoods and sustainability.