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Dhaka: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has taken a significant step in supporting early education in Bangladesh by donating 187 special edition ‘Aircrafted KIDS by Emirates’ bags. This initiative aims to aid the country’s ongoing efforts to improve educational accessibility for children, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds.
The airline’s donation targets three non-profit organizations—Kanan, Thikana (Shelter Home), and Ahsania Mission Shishu Nagari. These institutions are dedicated to fostering safe and inspirational environments for disadvantaged youth. By providing these handcrafted backpacks filled with essential school supplies, Emirates underscores its commitment to community support and educational development.
Mansoor Alsuwaidi, Emirates’ Airport Services Manager in Bangladesh, emphasized the airline’s dedication to aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal No. 4. The goal seeks to ensure quality education for every child. “We are delighted to collaborate with organizations dedicated to uplifting lives by providing basic necessities and shelter,” Alsuwaidi stated. “Through these Aircrafted bags, we aim to enhance students’ learning experiences and aid in building brighter futures.”
The donation includes bags made from upcycled materials from Emirates’ aircraft, emphasizing sustainability and teaching children its importance. Each bag was carefully designed to meet the diverse needs of Bangladeshi children, offering both comfort and style.
Md. Shajedul Qayyum Dulal, Executive Director of the Dhaka Ahsania Mission, expressed gratitude for Emirates’ contribution. “Their commitment to investing in our community’s future propels our mission to elevate the lives of underprivileged children,” he noted. The unique bags are expected to inspire students to aim higher in their educational pursuits.
The donation process was tailored to the specific needs of each organization, ensuring that every student received a bag suited to their requirements. Emirates Engineering crafted the backpacks in-house using materials repurposed from the airline’s refurbished A380 and B777 aircraft.
In addition to the bags, Emirates supplied a range of school essentials, including stationery and culturally rich books from local authors. These resources are intended to enhance learning experiences and foster a deeper understanding of the material among students.
The Aircrafted program, under which these donations were made, aims to recover and repurpose over 50,000 kg of materials from Emirates’ aircraft undergoing cabin retrofits. Beyond Bangladesh, the initiative has extended its reach to organizations in Pakistan and India, with a total donation of 700 bags across Asia, following 1,239 donations in Africa in previous months.