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Despite being the largest NGO in the world, the incoming CEO of BRAC USA, Julia Roberts, doesn’t feel BRAC has the level of renown similar organizations have. She plans to change that. By Rebecca L. Root This piece was originally published in Devex. An overview has been shared below. Interviewed by Rebecca Root, reporter for...

This Mother’s Day, Esther, a vibrant young mother from Rwanda whose life has transformed since joining BRAC’s youth empowerment program, brings you her story. BY ESTHER, BRAC PARTICIPANT   This Mother’s Day, we bring you the story of Esther, a vibrant young mother from Rwanda whose life has transformed since joining BRAC’s youth empowerment program....

BRAC USA’s Julia Roberts shares her first update as President and CEO. BY JULIA ROBERTS   I first learned of BRAC’s life-changing work during my earliest days of development, over 25 years ago.  At the turn of the millennium, I was working with the Peace Corps as a volunteer extension officer for a Ministry of...

Did you end up with an unexpected tax bill this April? Start planning for next tax season and discover how you can donate to charity and fight poverty while saving on taxes. BY DAVIS CONNELLY   Did you end up paying unnecessary taxes this April due to appreciated securities or income from your retirement fund?...

NEW YORK, NY – Extreme heat has killed eight people and forced the closure of all schools in Bangladesh this week, impacting 33 million children. Temperatures have soared to 108 F (42°C), well above the annual average. BRAC teams are responding. The 52-year-old, Dhaka-based organization’s 50,000 community health workers are spreading awareness, particularly among families...