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Digital Freelancing & Technology Institute-DFTI

Establishment

: 2022

Org. Website

: https://www.dftibd.com

Head of organisation

: Alam Mohammad Rasal

Contact Persons

: Alam Mohammad Rasal

Contact Persons Email

: dftibd@gmail.com

About the organisation

Digital Freelancing and Technology Institute (DFTI) is a leading vocational education and training (VET) provider based in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. We specialize in equipping marginalized youth, including the Rohingya and host communities, with market-aligned digital skills to bridge the gap between education and the global labor market.

Core Competencies:

Digital Skill Development: Comprehensive training in Office Applications, Graphics Design, Web Development, and Freelancing.
AI Integration: Advancing "AI4Inclusion" to enhance literacy and digital access for underserved populations.
Social Impact: Expertise in youth-led peacebuilding, social cohesion, and women’s empowerment in humanitarian contexts.

Institutional Framework & Compliance:

Government Registered: Authorized by the Department of Youth Development (DYD).
Global Standards: Active member of the PSEA Network and the NGO Platform Cox’s Bazar.
Proven Track Record: Strategic partner for international organizations including ActionAid Bangladesh and CNRS for over three years.

Vision: To serve as a regional hub for technological excellence, fostering sustainable livelihoods through Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ frameworks.

SRHR publications/research

Digital Freelancing and Technology Institute (DFTI) recognizes that digital literacy and health awareness are interconnected. Our focus on SRHR within the Rohingya and Host Communities in Cox’s Bazar highlights our commitment to holistic youth development.

Key Areas of Focus:

Digital SRHR Education: Utilizing AI-driven tools and digital platforms to provide accessible SRHR information to marginalized youth and women.
Social Cohesion & Health: Researching the link between youth-led peacebuilding and improved reproductive health outcomes in humanitarian settings.
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention: Integrating SRHR awareness into our digital training modules to empower women against exploitation.

Ongoing & Proposed Research:

“Impact of Digital Literacy on SRHR Awareness”: A study on how technology reduces barriers to reproductive health information among adolescent girls in refugee camps.
“AI4Inclusion: Breaking Taboos”: Developing AI-driven, language-specific chatbots to answer sensitive SRHR questions for illiterate populations.

Institutional Compliance:

PSEA Integration: As a member of the PSEA Network, DFTI ensures all SRHR activities are conducted under strict Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) guidelines.
Collaboration: Open to joint publications with international academic partners under Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ frameworks.