Zarina’s journey is a remarkable example of resilience, empowerment, and the impact of skill development. A resident of Gazipur village, she belongs to a poor family and faced immense financial struggles. After a heart attack, her husband was unable to work, leaving Zarina to manage household expenses on her own.

With no source of income, Zarina was forced to withdraw her daughter from school, a heartbreaking decision for any mother. She felt helpless, unsure of how to provide for her family. When her daughter’s school principal, a member of a local community-based organization, learned about Zarina’s struggles. Seeing her potential, he introduced her to Community Support Concern (CSC).

During her first meeting with the CSC team, Zarina shared her dream of building a shop in her home but a lack of education and experience to make it a reality. Through CSC’s business training, Zarina learned how to start, manage, and sustain a small business. Motivated by this knowledge, she took her first step towards independence—starting a small general store selling jewelry from her home.

Her journey was not easy. As a homemaker with no prior business experience, she faced many challenges. Her husband, due to his health condition, could not help her with market errands, and societal criticism made things harder. But Zarina refused to give up. She persevered, staying focused on her goal.

Through hard work and determination, Zarina improved her family’s financial situation and regained her confidence. Over time, she was able to expand her store, offering more products to meet local demand. Today, Zarina not only runs a successful business but also supports the CSC team in organizing and conducting training sessions for other women. Her efforts inspire others to become self-reliant and achieve their dreams, proving that with the right support and determination, transformation is possible.