The student-led iftar programme returned to International School Dhaka (ISD) as the school hosted its annual initiative on February 26, 2026, at its premises from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
As a part of its broader mission todevelop responsible global citizens, ISD empowered its students to plan the initiative to create a meaningful experience for children from its partner organizations, including Solmaid, Families for Children (FFC), JAAGO Foundation, International Humanity Foundation (IHF), Love Education Food (LEF), United for Change, Artemis (School of LifeFoundation), Diamondsin the Rough (Bancat Foundation), and Rise and Shine (Abinta Kabir Foundation). Around one hundred and fifty children were present to celebrate compassion, inclusion, and shared learning.
With the support from teachers and staff, the programme was organised under the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme’s Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) initiative and the Middle Years Programme’s community engagement framework. The iftar event began with a reception and engaging activities, followed by interactive games, art sessions, and light sports facilitated by Grade 8 and Diploma Programme student volunteers. Participants later gathered in the cafeteria to break their fast together and offer Maghrib prayersbefore receiving gifts such as food items, books, and sports equipment.
The initiative was aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2 (Zero Hunger), 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through fundraising and donations, students contributed to providing meals and educational and recreational materials for the visiting children. The student-led community iftar reflects ISD’s commitment to nurturing compassionate and responsible global citizens by connecting classroom learning with meaningful services.The event concluded with a formal handover of gifts to representatives of the participating organisations.