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Dabir-Sohani-Suraiya Foundation
Giving Back to the Community
Our Legacy of Service and Inclusion
The Dabir-Sohani-Suraiya Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Salma Group, created to honor the lives and values of Dabiruddin Chowdhury and Sohani Begum — a couple whose principles of integrity, generosity, and service shaped generations.
The Foundation also carries the name of Suraiya Chowdhury, the youngest daughter of our Chairman, who is differently abled. Her presence in our lives is a constant reminder of the importance of inclusion, compassion, and creating opportunities for people of all abilities.
Our mission is to translate these values into action — through programs in education, healthcare, community development, cultural preservation, and empowerment for differently abled individuals.
The Foundation is registered under Society Registration Act, 1860.
Our Mission
To improve lives and create opportunities for underserved communities through Financing / investing in education, healthcare, inclusion, and the preservation of cultural heritage, while fostering dignity and empowerment for people of all abilities.
Our Focus Areas
- Education
- Scholarships for underprivileged but meritorious students at leading Colleges and Universities.
- School infrastructure and resources.
- Skills and vocational training for youth, including differently abled individuals.
- Healthcare
- Free medical camps in rural and underserved areas.
- Maternal and child healthcare programs.
- Preventive healthcare awareness campaigns.
- Inclusion & Empowerment
- Training and employment initiatives for differently abled individuals.
- Accessible infrastructure for community spaces.
- Advocacy for inclusiveness in workplaces and society.
- Community Development
- Clean water and sanitation projects.
- Disaster relief and rehabilitation programs.
- Livelihood programs for marginalized communities.
- Protect environment by organizing sapling/tree plantation program
- Cultural Heritage
- Preservation and promotion of Bangladesh’s Jamdani Saree tradition, a legacy of Dabiruddin Chowdhury’s work in Rupganj.
- Supporting artisans with fair wages and market access.
- Construction of Mosque, Orphanage and organized religious teaching.
Impact Snapshot
- 1,500+ students supported through scholarships and educational programs.
- 25,000+ individuals served through free healthcare camps.
- 10,000+ meals distributed during disaster relief operations.
- 100+ differently abled individuals trained or employed through inclusion programs.
- Financial support to the Government Relief Fund during natural calamities like flood, cyclone, etc.
Signature Initiatives
- Rupganj School Development Program – Funding facilities, resources, and training for teachers.
- Mobile Medical Units – Delivering essential healthcare to remote communities.
- Inclusive Skills Centre – Training differently abled individuals in crafts, IT, and vocational skills.
- Heritage Weaving Project – Reviving Jamdani weaving while ensuring fair pay for artisans.
How We Work
The Foundation partners with community leaders, NGOs, healthcare professionals, and educators to design and implement programs that deliver measurable impact. By leveraging Salma Group’s operational capabilities, we ensure every project is efficient, transparent, and sustainable.
Get Involved
We believe lasting change happens when people come together. To explore partnership opportunities or support our initiatives, please contact us at [info@salmagroup.com.bd].
Our Promise
The Dabir-Sohani-Suraiya Foundation carries forward a family tradition of service, inclusion, and community empowerment — working to build a society that is stronger, healthier, and more compassionate for all.