Care and education for children and young people with a complex disability in Bangladesh
Our missionNiketan offers high-quality care and education for children and young people with a complex disability in Bangladesh. We dream of a world in which children and young people with complex disabilities are accepted and can join school. A world in which they can decide their own future. We believe that the best way to do this is through a holistic approach.

On November 17, 2022, Antoinette Termoshuizen received an award for Niketan’s work in Manikganj district.
- Impact Challenge Award winner in 2021
- Winner ‘a home for every child’ in 2020
- 2018 Unsung Woman Nation Award winner
Themes
Projects

Early intervention
Early intervention is intended for parents who suspect that their child aged 0 to 5 has developmental problems…

Special education
Special education offers thematic education for children with severe learning difficulties. It challenges students, is based on their…

Disability resources
We are here to help you with our Disability resources! Because every child in Bangladesh can learn. Online…
News

20 March 2026 The silent suffering of Fariha
On 11 February 2026, Fariha (a pseudonym) was found hanging in her home. She was 20 years old…
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17 December 2025 Launch of the ‘Stories for Inclusion’ Website
Niketan and Stichting Biblionef Netherlands are proud to announce the launch of the new Stories for Inclusion website,…
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