Publications & Reports
Access our annual reports, research publications, and program reports to learn about VOSD's impact across Bangladesh.
Annual Reports
A year-by-year account of our achievements, financials, and impact.
Annual Report 2025
Our latest annual report covering all programs, impact metrics, partnerships, and financial overview for the year 2025.
Download PDFAnnual Report 2024
Complete yearly report detailing program delivery, success stories, and organizational growth.
Annual Report 2023
Key highlights and impact data from VOSD's nationwide programs throughout 2023.
Annual Report 2022
Yearly report covering our post-pandemic recovery and program expansion efforts.
Annual Report 2021
Detailed breakdown of programs adapted during the global pandemic and their outcomes.
Annual Report 2020
Organizational report highlighting resilience and emergency response during the pandemic.
Annual Report 2019
Comprehensive summary of VOSD's education, health, and climate initiatives in 2019.
Annual Report 2018
Annual review of partnerships, program delivery, and community impact from 2018.
Annual Report 2017
Yearly report covering key interventions in coastal and rural Bangladesh for 2017.
Annual Report 2016
A detailed look at VOSD's growth, achievements, and community programs in 2016.
Annual Report 2015
Foundational yearly report highlighting key milestones and program impacts from 2015.
Looking for older reports? (1987 - 2014)
For annual reports prior to 2015, please contact our office and we will be happy to assist you.
Research Publications
Peer-reviewed research, studies, and policy briefs produced by our team.
Rural Women's Economic Empowerment Through Skill Development
A study on the impact of vocational training on women's financial independence in Barishal district.
Climate Change Adaptation in Coastal Bangladesh
Assessing community resilience and adaptation strategies in the coastal belt of Barishal.
Arsenic Contamination and Public Health in Rural Barishal
Long-term study on arsenic mitigation efforts and health outcomes in rural communities.
Microfinance and Poverty Alleviation: A VOSD Case Study
Analyzing the role of micro-credit in empowering low-income households over three decades.
Fisheries Management and Livelihood Sustainability
A comprehensive analysis of fish habitat restoration and sustainable fishing practices.
Non-Formal Education and Out-of-School Children
Evaluating the effectiveness of second-chance education models for at-risk children.
Maternal Health and Nutrition in Underserved Communities
A decade-long study on maternal healthcare access and nutrition outcomes in rural areas.
Digital Literacy and Financial Inclusion in Rural Bangladesh
Exploring the intersection of digital literacy and adoption of mobile financial services.
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
Best practices and outcomes of climate-smart agriculture in VOSD's program areas.
Gender-Based Violence and Community Awareness
Awareness, prevention, and response mechanisms in rural communities across Bangladesh.
Program Reports
Detailed reports on individual programs and initiatives implemented by VOSD.
Seed Ball Program Report
Comprehensive report on the Green Revival Initiative: 200,000+ seed balls distributed across 10 upazilas of Barishal with an 86% germination rate.
Download PDFNational Nutrition Program Report
Outcomes of the NNP across 4,641 Community Nutrition Centres in 37 upazilas.
Water & Sanitation Program Report
Report on 2,105 deep tube wells, 17,512 shallow tube wells, and 465,877 water-sealed latrines installed.
Micro-credit Revolving Fund Report
Overview of 54,254 savings groups and 1.05 million organized members.
Fisheries Development Program Report
Report on 1,234 fish ponds across 18,100 hectares and 22,415 fish farmers.
Agriculture Development Program Report
Three-phase agricultural development reaching over 3 million people across 12 upazilas.
Pre-Primary Education Program Report
435 education centres serving 35,500 children with 131,350 total literacy graduates.
Non-formal Education Program Report
Basic literacy and awareness activities reaching 133,000 members and 17,500 children.
Out-of-School Children Education (OOSCEP)
786 education centres reaching 25,322 children across 14 upazilas.
Second Chance Education Pilot Program
Pilot program with 323 education centres for 9,690 learners using ABAL, Cohort, and SHIKHON models.
Housing & Shelter Program Report
Construction of 7,000+ low-cost houses for flood-affected and landless families.
Tropical Rainforest Program Report
Planted 2.5 million trees with 367 nurseries and 57 small forests established.
Sustainable Forest & Livelihoods (SUFAL)
Collaboration with Bangladesh Forest Department and Swiss Development Corporation.
Clean Energy & Improved Cooking Report
Installation of 4,200+ improved cooking stoves and 3,170 IDCOL-supported cookstoves.
Solar Home System Installation Report
Over 2,280 solar home systems installed in Barishal and Jhalakathi districts.
Legal Aid & Human Rights Education Report
Legal education programs engaging Union Parishad members and community leaders since 1987.
Good Governance Program Report
Awareness and capacity building initiatives for local governance since 1990.
Women Skill Development Program Report
25,000 women reached through skill development and income-generating activities.
Adolescent Girls' Skill Development Report
24,740 girls reached through life education and professional skills training.
Street Children Development Program Report
Support for 3,350 street children and 900 working children with shelter, education, and skills.
Vulnerable Group Development (VGD)
15,700 VGD women supported through income-generating training and credit.
Conscientization Program Report
Over 21 million people reached through awareness campaigns on social and development issues.
Group Formation & Savings Mobilization
54,254 savings groups organized with 90% women's participation.
Anti-Trafficking Program Report
Prevention, protection, and prosecution efforts against human trafficking since 1998.
Mother & Child Health Program Report
6.1 million mothers and children reached through primary healthcare and nutrition.