Bangladesh
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| Population |
150.4 m (2007) |
| Languages |
Bengali, English |
| Religion |
Muslim 83%, Hindu 16%, Other 1% (1998) |
| Literacy |
43.1% (2003) |
| Life expectancy |
62.84 years (2007) |
| % below poverty line |
45% (2004) |
Bangladesh is one of the poorest countries in the world. About a third of the country floods annually, which hampers economic development. The under-five mortality rate is very high and an estimated 900 children die every day due to various diseases, malnutrition and accidents. Other issues affecting children include child labour, child prostitution and trafficking of children.
Compassion started to work with the growing evangelical church in 2004 establishing projects to help the many children in need. At present over 5,500 children are benefiting through Compassion.
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