UDVABONI MOHILA SANGSTHA (UMS) is a non-profit, non-political, non-governmental organization established in 2001. UMS is committed to promoting the social and economic development of disadvantaged communities in the coastal regions of Bangladesh.

Our key programs include:

• Skill Development Training (SDT): Capacity building and skill enhancement for disadvantaged youth.

• Capacity Building Support: Empowerment and capacity strengthening for women.
• Income Generating Activities (IGA): Livelihood initiatives in agriculture, poultry, fisheries, and livestock.

We promote financial literacy, micro-entrepreneurship, and market linkages to enhance economic opportunities. Additionally, our life skills programs foster self-reliance, while agriculture-focused interventions drive rural transformation through training, technology transfer, and resource distribution.

UMS adopts a Multi-Dimensional Human Development approach, including:

• Entrepreneurship Development Training
• Trade-Based Training
• Technical & Vocational Education

This approach enhances workforce participation among marginalized populations. We actively work to eradicate hazardous child labor through education and skill-building initiatives.

Our programs extend beyond livelihoods to include:

• Women’s empowerment
• Climate resilience
• Humanitarian response
• Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)
• Health and nutrition
• Energy initiatives
• Disaster risk management (DRM)
• Engagement with the private sector

With a strong management structure and a team of skilled professionals, we implement diverse projects supported by government and non-government donors. Our programs reach thousands of marginalized individuals across multiple districts, fostering long-term and inclusive development. UDVABONI MOHILA SANGSTHA (UMS) remains steadfast in its mission to promote sustainable progress and create lasting positive change for vulnerable communities.