One Degree Initiative Foundation
| Abbreviation | 1dI |
|---|---|
| Formation | 20 August 2006 |
| Type | Non-profit organisation |
| Focus | Youth organisation |
| Headquarters | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Location |
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Key people | Sabhanaz Rashid Diya |
Volunteers | 8,500 |
| Website | 1di |
One Degree Initiative Foundation (sometimes referred to as 1° Initiative) was a nonprofit youth organisation based in Bangladesh with chapters in Canada, the US, and Nepal.[1] The basic function of the foundation is to provide mentorship, between 6 and 18 months, to young people aged 15–25 years to engage them in active citizenship and social entrepreneurship.[2]
History
One Degree Initiative Foundation was founded in 2006 by a group of high school students.[3]
References
- ↑ Karim, Elita (8 March 2015). "Beyond the Classroom Walls". The Daily Star (Interview). Retrieved 4 June 2015.
- ↑ Basher, Naziba (8 February 2014). "A Story of Success". The Daily Star (Interview). Retrieved 4 June 2015.
- ↑ Raghib, Shamma M. (1 May 2007). "1° Initiative". Rising Stars. The Daily Star.
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