Bangladeshi survivors' network since 2011

Together We Rise.
Together We Change Lives.

ANIRBAN means “the flame that never dies” in Bangla — a survivors' network of former trafficking victims, now mobilising communities against human trafficking and child marriage.

190 members across 10 chapters · USAID/Winrock supported
Survivor-Led
190 members — all former victims of trafficking, now mobilising peers.
USAID & Winrock
Established 2011 under USAID's Fight Slavery and Trafficking-In-Persons (FSTIP) Activity.
10 Chapters
Active across 26 FSTIP districts of Bangladesh from Cox's Bazar to Dinajpur.
Trauma-Informed
Confidential, dignity-first support — no photos published without consent.

What We Do

Prevention & Awareness

Community outreach to prevent trafficking and promote safe migration.

Survivor Support

Holistic healing, rehabilitation and reintegration for survivors.

Safe Migration

Ethical migration guidance and protection of migrant rights.

Legal Aid

Free legal support to ensure access to justice for every survivor.

Advocacy & Policy

Shaping laws and policies that protect survivors and prevent harm.

Community gathering of survivors
Our Mission

A movement built by survivors, for survivors.

We unite survivors and strengthen their leadership, advocacy and empowerment to prevent human trafficking, child marriage and commercial sexual exploitation — driving policy change and social transformation at local, national and international levels.

Survivor-centered & rights-based
Confidential & trauma-informed
National & international advocacy
Aligned with global standards
Learn About Us

Our Impact So Far

190
Network Members
419
Survivors Supported
1,782
People Reached
26
FSTIP Districts
10
ANIRBAN Chapters
Voices of Strength

Real survivors. Real change.

Stories shared by members of our community — in their own words.

Rahima A.

Anirban gave me back my voice. Today I lead trainings for women in my district.

Rahima A.
Survivor Leader, Khulna
Shahin H.

When I returned from abroad with nothing, this community helped me rebuild my life with dignity.

Shahin H.
Returnee, Sylhet
Nasrin B.

We protect daughters by speaking up. Anirban taught us that silence is not safety.

Nasrin B.
Community Educator, Jessore
Questions, answered

Frequently asked

Don't see your question? Reach out directly.

Anyone affected by human trafficking, child marriage, or gender-based violence — directly, or on behalf of a family member. Our services are free and survivor-led.

Stand with survivors. Be the change.

Join Anirban as a member, partner or volunteer — together we build a future free from exploitation.

Supported by

USAID's FSTIP Activity — implemented by Winrock International — with NGO partners across Bangladesh.

  • USAID
  • WINROCK INTL
  • FSTIP
  • BNWLA
  • BRAC
  • BSEHR
  • OKUP
  • JUSTICE & CARE