DHAKA, Jan 16, 2024 (BSS) - Faruque Hassan, President of the Bangladesh
Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), has stressed the
importance of creating educated and skilled human resources out of the
underprivileged children and enabling them to participate in mainstream
development.

"A large of number of underprivileged children still remains out of formal
education. We have to ensure education for them to break the cycle of poverty
for these children and turn them into asset for the country," he said.

Faruque highlighted the significance of investing in education and skills
development programs to equip less privileged children with the knowledge and
skills necessary to secure employment and thus contribute to the economic
development of Bangladesh, said a press release.

During his visit to the Shishukanon Pre-primary School in Saidpur yesterday,
which is established and operated by Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS) for the
children of disadvantaged people, Faruque highlighted the significance of
investing in education and skills development programs.

Director of Giant Group Sharmeen Hassan Tithi was also present during the
visit.

The aim is to equip less privileged children with the knowledge and skills
essential for securing employment, thereby contributing to the economic
development of Bangladesh.

He spent time with the students of the school encouraging them to pursue
education diligently.

The BGMEA president presented the students with educational materials, foods
and toys and assured of his assistance in the future.

He also urged the affluent community to come forward and extend a helping
hand in providing education for the underprivileged.

Collective efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping a brighter future for
these children and, consequently, the nation, Faruque added.