Aarong Wins SDG Brand Champion Awards 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Aarong won the “SDG Brand Champion Awards 2024” for the “SDG Brand Champion in Women Empowerment” category on September 10, 2024 at the Le Méridien Hotel, Dhaka. Tanvir Hossain, Aarong’s Chief Business Officer received the award from Syed Mahbubur Rahman, Managing Director & CEO, Mutual Trust Bank PLC.  

The SDG Brand Champion Awards, presented by AkijBashir Group in partnership with Intellier and The Daily Star, recognised private organisations and brands for their outstanding contributions to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Bangladesh. A total of 16 initiatives received winner accolades, with 23 earning honorable mentions. The award ceremony was graced by Ms. Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Water Resources, as the Chief Guest.  

Aarong has empowered over 75,000 artisans, focusing on gender equality through fair wages, leadership roles, and support services. The Ayesha Abed Foundation, Aarong’s production hub, further supports women with well-being programmes such as health insurance, access to micro-credit and saving instruments, legal aid, day care for working mothers, awareness on rights and access to government benefits, and gratuity payments upon retirement. Aarong is dedicated to advancing women’s economic empowerment and fostering inclusivity, showcasing the impact of ethical business in driving social change.