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Voices of the Hills is a creative capacity-building initiative that aims to strengthen the storytelling skills of Indigenous youth from the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh. The project seeks to empower young people to document, preserve, and share their lived realities, cultural heritage, and community narratives through diverse and contemporary storytelling forms, while fostering pride,
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Location: Kapru Para & Goda Para, Bandarban, BangladeshTimeline: February 2025 – December 2025Lead Organization: Green MilieuSupported by: ICCCAD, Embassy of Sweden, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB) The Challenge: A Crisis of Thirst Every year, indigenous communities in the rugged highlands of Bandarban—particularly the Mro, Marma, and Bawm—face an acute water crisis. From late winter through summer,
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Project Objectives ROOTS is a project that aims to revitalize and preserve traditional food systems within indigenous communities who face erosion of their food heritage in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh; through youth empowerment, educational campaigns, community engagement and grassroots actions. Objectives Preserve indigenous food knowledge Empower Indigenous Youth Increase awareness,community engagement and advocacy
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Objectives To create a safe space for indigenous youth to reconnect with their cultural identity. To reflect on ancestral knowledge and its relevance in urban life. To empower participants to reclaim their narratives through storytelling. To build solidarity and strengthen the sense of community among indigenous youth. Summary: On July 25, 2025, Our Stories, Our
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Green Milieu Presents STEM 3.0 Green Milieu hosted STEM 3.0, a day of laughter, games, and hands-on learning designed to spark the next generation of innovators. Students from Gaindya High School explored science and technology through interactive activities—from building paper bridges that held impressive weights to engaging in creative problem-solving challenges. Their creativity and enthusiasm
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Artivism for Peace 2.0: A Journey of Creativity in Bandarban Artivism for Peace 2.0 was recently held at Bandarban Cantonment Public School and College, organized by Green Milieu in collaboration with the Kashful Foundation. This workshop offered a unique platform where art and activism intersected to engage and inspire students. Twenty students participated, exploring
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Objectives To provide youth with immersive experiences connecting them to nature and traditional knowledge. To foster understanding and appreciation of indigenous culture and heritage. To encourage environmental stewardship and climate-conscious practices. To strengthen youth engagement through experiential and participatory activities. Summary The Barefoot Forest Campaign invited youth to step away from digital distractions and
Next-Generation Leaders Driving Digital Awareness Green Milieu is proud to witness the growth of its next generation of changemakers. Many of our youth, who were once workshop participants, have now stepped into the role of facilitators, actively leading initiatives and carrying forward our mission of empowerment and awareness. In their inaugural session as facilitators,
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Thematic Areas: Event Support & Capacity Building, Youth Engagement & Volunteerism, Outdoor Activity Summary On 26 April 2025, nearly 300 runners from across Bangladesh and beyond gathered for the Bandarban Hill Marathon (21.1k), taking on the breathtaking hills and challenging trails of Bandarban. The Green Milieu team proudly joined the adventure, volunteering as hydration point