ToT Held to Strengthen Climate Resilience of Coastal Communities Under UNDP GCA Project

A five-day Training of Trainers (ToT) titled “Enhancing Adaptive Capacities of Coastal Communities, Especially Women, to Cope with Climate Change-Induced Salinity” was successfully conducted from 22–26 February 2026 under the UNDP’s GCA Project.

A total of 10 trainers participated in the intensive training program designed to build a pool of skilled facilitators who will cascade knowledge at the community level. The ToT focused on strengthening adaptive and livelihood capacities of vulnerable coastal populations, particularly women affected by salinity intrusion due to climate change.

Mr. Khandoker Md. Ruhul Amin, Market Development Associate of the GCA Project, UNDP, attended the event as the Special Guest and shared insights on climate-resilient livelihood development and market linkages.

Key modules of the training included Business Planning, Financial Literacy, and Leadership Skills. These modules were designed to equip participants with practical tools to support community-based Local Market Agents (CbLMAs) in promoting sustainable and resilient livelihoods.

The primary objective of the ToT was to prepare trainers who will deliver capacity-building sessions for CbLMAs across the coastal regions of Shatkhira and Khulna divisions. Through this initiative, the GCA Project aims to enhance local resilience and empower communities to better adapt to climate-induced challenges.