Since 2010, the Bangladesh Red Cross Society (BDRCS) has been working to institutionalize CEA approach in all its programmes and activities. In 2021, CEA became a core component of BDRCS’s 6th Strategic Plan (2021–2025), enhancing program delivery and strengthening community trust. With support from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), IFRC memebrship and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), CEA integration has been reinforced through training, coaching, and technical assistance, improving participation, accountability, and effectiveness. In 2024, significant progress was made in mainstreaming CEA across humanitarian and development initiatives of BDRCS.
This report outlines key activities, achievements, challenges from 2024, and future directions. This report also aims to provide insights for BDRCS management, partners, and project/programme/operation teams, serving as a strategic tool for decision-making and continuous improvement.