Grameen Danone Foods Limited has been named the first runner-up in the “Social Impact Project of the Year (Small)” category at the Bangladesh Project Management Awards 2025, organised by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Bangladesh Chapter.
The award ceremony, held at the Radisson Blu Water Garden in Dhaka, recognised organisations demonstrating excellence in project management and contributing to sustainable development across the nation.
Grameen Danone received the honour for its “Milk for School Programme,” implemented in collaboration with Heifer International Korea and Heifer International Bangladesh. Launched in Ullapara, Sirajganj, the initiative empowers local women dairy farmers by ensuring fair milk prices through a dedicated chilling centre. The collected milk is then used to produce Shokti+ fortified yoghurt, which is distributed free of cost to 2,245 schoolchildren in the community.
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The programme has generated meaningful social and economic impact by enhancing women’s empowerment, improving child nutrition and promoting sustainable livelihoods. It also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Commenting on the recognition, Dipesh Nag, Managing Director of Grameen Danone Foods Limited, said,
“We are honoured to receive this recognition from PMI Bangladesh. The Milk for School Programme reflects our commitment to building healthier communities through collaboration, innovation and shared value creation.”
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Since its inception, the PMI Bangladesh Chapter has celebrated individuals and organisations that exhibit leadership, innovation and excellence in project management, driving sustainable growth and progress across Bangladesh.
