Oporajita: Just Transition for Women in the RMG Ecosystem
Oporajita phase two is a continuation of phase one, which is a multi-stakeholder initiative designed to equip women apparel workers in Bangladesh with the capabilities needed to navigate an industry undergoing rapid transformation. As automation, digitalisation, circularity, decarbonisation, geopolitical shifts and the country’s LDC graduation reshape employment dynamics, the initiative focuses on safeguarding women workers’ livelihoods, agency and overall wellbeing. The programme adopts a holistic approach that combines skills development, social support and systems-level engagement to strengthen resilience among women workers and amplify their voice within the sector.
Multi-axis Transformation Framework:
Data
The initiative applies a collective impact approach with shared measurement systems among partners, enabling evidence-based planning, tracking of worker outcomes and transparent learning across stakeholders.
Capacity Building / Technical Assistance
Oporajita delivers targeted training and support covering technical and leadership skills, digital financial literacy, rights awareness and life skills. Complementary interventions promote parenting support, prevention of gender-based violence and improved access to social protection services, strengthening women’s agency both at work and within households.
Technology / Innovation
The programme integrates digital financial inclusion and awareness on emerging industry shifts, helping workers understand technological transformation and adapt to evolving workplace requirements.
Finance
Through financial literacy and access to formal financial services, the initiative supports women workers in strengthening household financial resilience and long-term economic security.
Policy
By engaging government, private sector and civil society actors, Oporajita contributes to shaping worker-centred policies and social protection mechanisms that address gender norms, wellbeing and inclusive industrial transition.
Strategic Impact & Value Proposition:
Future-ready Workforce
Women apparel workers gain the skills and confidence required to adapt to technological and market changes within the textile and RMG sector.
Enhanced Agency and Voice
The initiative strengthens collective representation and participation of women workers in decision-making processes across the industry ecosystem.
Holistic Wellbeing
Integrated support across health, sanitation, financial inclusion and social protection improves overall quality of life and resilience for workers and their families.
Systems Change for Gender Equality
Through coordinated multi-stakeholder action, Oporajita advances gender-responsive business practices and policy dialogue, contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable future of work in Bangladesh’s apparel sector.