Parittran is a non-government organization created in 1993 by a group of Dalit students and based in Lakshmanpur, Tala, Satkhira, Bangladesh. As a community-based organization, it works to promote the well-being of marginalized and disadvantaged communities notably Dalits, Indigenous, children, youth, and women. 

Parittran has developed comprehensive programs to ensure the inherent rights of marginalized people are respected. These programs address topics from “Dalit, Indigenous, and Marginalized People’s Rights',' to  “Children and Youth Leadership” and “Gender Equality and Political Empowerment.” by evidence-based advocacy, civil society strengthening, legal assistance, capacity building, ensuring sexual and reproductive rights, promoting equal access to education, etc.. Parittran strives to develop human resources by building professional skills and supporting financial inclusion, particularly in the field of agriculture. increasing social accountability to promote harmonious communities. 

Parittran's successes include a national budget allocation for Dalits, securing 1.0% seats in Dhaka University for Dalit students in higher education, development and drafting several laws such as the Anti-Discrimination Act of 2022. In total, Parittran has implemented 34 projects and reached 150,500 while providing legal aid to 5,330 Dalits. It has trained 475 volunteers and helped increase Dalit participation in local decision-making processes by 47%. Parittran is committed to promoting nonviolent dialogue, having organized 50 peace building events involving Dalit and mainstream communities, as well as interfaith dialogues with religious leaders. 

Finally, the NGO contributes to the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals by minimizing poverty, promoting well-being for all at all ages, ensuring equitable and quality education, promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, and combating climate change, among others.

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