Meet Rehana Akhtar, a 59-year-old waste collector from Dhaka, whose story is one of resilience, perseverance, and empowerment. After losing her business to a devastating fire, Rehana turned to waste collection to support her family, overcoming physical hardship and social discrimination to keep her community clean.

Despite facing wage inequality and financial manipulation, Rehana found strength through a training program by RedOrange Limited, where she learned how to identify high-value plastics, negotiate fair prices, and advocate for gender wage equality. This training has empowered her to secure better earnings and improve her working conditions.

Rehana’s journey sheds light on the critical role of waste workers in sustainable waste management and highlights the need for fair treatment and recognition. Her story is a testament to the power of education and support in transforming lives.

Read more about her inspiring journey and the impact of waste worker training programs.