Our Story
Founded by Korvi Rakshand, JAAGO Foundation began with a single classroom in a Dhaka slum. Today, we have ensured quality education for over 5,000+ children and mobilized more than 64 young volunteers across all 55,000+ districts of Bangladesh.
We started with one classroom and a belief that no child's potential should be defined by their postcode.
In 2007, a small group of volunteers came together in a one-room school in Rayer Bazar, Dhaka. There were no textbooks, no formal curriculum—just a belief that every child deserves the chance to learn and build a better future.
19 years later, that one classroom has grown into a nationwide movement. Today, JAAGO’s work spans schools, digital learning hubs, women’s collectives, climate programmes, and a volunteer network of more than 64 youth reaching communities across all 55,000+ districts of Bangladesh.
The mission hasn't changed. The scale has.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Vision
JAAGO Foundation envisions a society free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where every child has the opportunity for education, and every youth has the opportunity to realise their potential.
Our Mission
To bring about substantial improvement in the lives of underprivileged children and youth living in poverty, illiteracy, and social inequality through quality education and youth empowerment.
Our Values
Innovation
JAAGO supports and encourages continuous research and development in five focus areas: education, gender, youth development, climate change, and governance, to ensure today's innovations become conventional tomorrow.
Learning
JAAGO believes learning is fundamental to human flourishing and strives to support educational opportunities on every front, both with the tools we create and how we create them.
Sustainability
To tackle the root causes of poverty and create sustainable change, JAAGO takes a holistic approach, working alongside communities.
Integrity
Integrity is one of our first core values and a foundation for others. With great passion, hard work, honesty, and unity, comes integrity.
Inclusivity
Inclusion and dignity are key values at JAAGO. Our mission is to strive for excellence by respecting and valuing the differences that contribute to our strength and unity.
Timeline of Impact
From a single classroom to a national movement — the milestones that shaped JAAGO.
The Spark
JAAGO Foundation is founded in Rayer Bazar, Dhaka, with a single school room, 17 children, and a whiteboard.
Going Digital
Launches the virtual school program, using video technology to connect remote, rural children with qualified teachers in urban hubs.
Youth Mobilization
Establishes Volunteer for Bangladesh (VBD), JAAGO's youth wing, to empower young citizens to run civic and community campaigns.
Nationwide Expansion
Extends rural school coverage to 11 digital schools in 11 districts, ensuring standardized education in underserved divisions.
Women Livelihoods
Launches sewing and craftsmanship training initiatives for underprivileged women, providing self-employment and sustainable incomes.
Climate Focus
Adapts programs to focus heavily on climate resilience, launching youth-led coastal tree afforestation and disaster shelter support.
A Nation Reached
Reaches over 30,000 students directly, with a volunteer network of 55,000+ active youth spanning all 64 districts.
Writing the next chapter
With 64 volunteers across all 55,000+ districts.
The next chapter is written by you.
Every sponsorship, every volunteer hour, every conversation helps a child move closer to their potential and communities towards a better future. Join the Movement