Academy of Quran
Understanding Quran for You (UQ4U)
A research-driven, second-language-acquisition approach to understanding Al-Quran in Arabic, Bangla and English — inspired by a Cambridge curriculum.
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Rethinking development, rooted in faith and knowledge.
CADT is a research-driven development trust in Bangladesh, exploring value-based knowledge and skills to devise human and social progress for the welfare of humankind.
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You are the best community ever raised for humanity—you encourage good, forbid evil, and believe in Allah… — Surah Al-i-Imran, 3:110
About CADT
A community-led trust for a just and compassionate society.
CADT is established and patronized by a group of philanthropists, activists and reputed corporate houses in response to a greater societal responsibility. We are a dynamic organization, ready to respond to the community's changing needs in a changing world.
We believe in human dignity, equal rights to live, and compassion for all — building our portfolio across education and skills, employability and economic wellbeing, and resiliency and tolerance.
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Our three institutions
How we turn values into action
Three academies form the backbone of CADT — each translating knowledge into practice for the community.
Academy of Zakat
Rethinking Zakat for the Poor (Momota Kendro)
A market-oriented, Shariah-compliant Zakat application that turns Zakat-eligible families into self-reliant households in Fultala, Khulna.
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ALIPA
Academy of Leadership, Innovation and Practice Area (ALIPA)
The front-line platform delivering fellowships, Islamic-application capacity building and a growing reference library for all walks of life.
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Where we focus our energy
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Education and Skills
Value-based knowledge and skills that equip people to understand faith and thrive in a changing world.
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Employability and Economic Wellbeing
Livelihood models, enterprise support and Zakat-based programmes that build self-reliant families.
3
Resiliency and Tolerance
Programmes that strengthen social cohesion, peace-building and compassion for all.
3Academies
400+People mobilised in Fultala
1–5Quran juz scripted (UQ4U)
3600Islamic-application services planned
From the community
Latest stories & updates
Programs, field notes and reflections from across CADT.
Face the Ramadan: educating and uniting the community
CADT planned and led the "Face the Ramadan" program to teach community members — especially those new to Ramadan — about the meaning and traditions of the holy...
Momota Kendro: rethinking Zakat for the poor
Momota Kendro is a not-for-profit, alternative integrated livelihood development program for marginalized communities in Bangladesh, managed by the Center for A...
Understanding Quran for You — curriculum review
CADT held a curriculum review for its Understanding Quran for You (UQ4U) program in Dhaka.
UQ4U is a research-driven, second-language-acquisition approach that...
UQ4U is a research-driven, second-language-acquisition approach that...
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Do you feel compassionate for your society? Whether through volunteering, fellowship or support, there is a place for you in building a just, hunger-free and self-reliant Bangladesh.