Who We Are 

Illiteracy and Poverty Alleviation Assistance Organization (IPAO) is a registered, non-profit development organization based in Bangladesh, dedicated to restoring dignity and improving the quality of life for underserved communities. Since 1996, IPAO has been a driving force behind impactful, people-centered solutions that address the root causes of poverty, with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and community resilience.

What We Stand For 

At the heart of IPAO’s mission are three flagship pillars:

WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene)

We believe that access to clean water and safe sanitation is a basic human right. IPAO designs and delivers sustainable WASH interventions to reduce disease, restore dignity, and promote healthier communities.

— Installation of deep tube wells, solar-powered water pumps, and rainwater harvesting systems  

— Construction of disabled-friendly toilets, handwashing stations, and hygiene training for families and schoolchildren  

— Behavior change campaigns promoting menstrual hygiene, safe waste disposal, and water conservation

Food Aid & Nutritional Support

In a country vulnerable to climate-induced hunger, our food security work ensures no family is left behind.

— Emergency food aid during floods, cyclones, and droughts 

— Distribution of nutrition packages for pregnant mothers, children, and the elderly  

— Long-term food security planning in partnership with local authorities  

Smart Agriculture & Livelihoods 

To tackle rural poverty, IPAO promotes modern, sustainable, and climate-resilient farming practices that empower smallholder farmers to adapt and thrive.

— Promotion of tricho-compost and biofertilizer to replace harmful chemical inputs  

— Use of solar-powered irrigation for cost-effective and eco-friendly farming  

— Introduction of hydroponic cultivation, smart mushroom farming, and climate-resilient seeds  

Our Broader Impact  

While our focus lies in WASH, food security, and sustainable agriculture, we continue to address related community needs in:

Education and Literacy

Non-formal schools, vocational training, and adult literacy  

Disability Inclusion

Providing mobility aids and infrastructure for people with disabilities  

Women Empowerment

Skills training, awareness campaigns, and leadership development  

Renewable Energy Solutions

Electrifying branch offices and field operations with solar power

Our Values  

Equity Prioritizing the most vulnerable, regardless of background  

Sustainability Promoting long-term, eco-friendly solutions  

Compassion Acting with empathy and humanity at every step  

Integrity Practicing transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship  

Innovation Using technology and tradition to shape smarter futures