Bangladesh

Bangladesh, located in South Asia, boasts a remarkable fact: it has the world's largest mangrove forest, the Sundarbans, covering an area of approximately 10,000 square kilometers (3,861 square miles).

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is not only a testament to the country's rich biodiversity but also provides a habitat for the iconic Bengal tiger and numerous other species, making it a vital ecosystem and a source of national pride.

Poverty Facts about BANGLADESH

• 1. *High poverty rate*: Bangladesh has a significant poverty rate, with approximately 20% of the population living below the poverty line, according to the World Bank (2020).
  
  2. *Rural poverty*: Poverty is more prevalent in rural areas, where 25% of the population lives below the poverty line, compared to 15% in urban areas (World Bank, 2020).
  
  3. *Income inequality*: Bangladesh has a significant income gap, with the top 10% of the population holding 27% of the country's income, while the bottom 10% holds only 4% (World Bank, 2020).
  
  4. *Limited access to basic services*: Many poor households in Bangladesh lack access to basic services like electricity (40% of rural households), sanitation (30% of rural households), and healthcare (20% of rural households) (UNICEF, 2020).
  
  5. *Vulnerability to climate change*: Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to climate change, which exacerbates poverty, particularly in rural areas, through increased frequency and severity of natural disasters, such as cyclones and floods (IPCC, 2019).
  
  These facts highlight the challenges Bangladesh faces in reducing poverty and improving living standards, particularly in rural areas.

The SOL Foundation™ goals for BANGLADESH 

• Everyone has access to nutritional meals and fresh water
• Every individual is able to receive nature based education and training
  
• Able to co-habitat with nature and wildlife
• Marginalized women have empowerment over their own lives and decisions
  
• Individuals with disabilities and orphans are able to be part of the community and help enhance the country as a role model citizens​.

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