Making known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities...
WELCOME TO L'ARCHE MYMENSINGH
L’Arche Mymensingh is a community in Bangladesh where people with and without intellectual disability live, work, celebrate and pray together. Each person is valued for their own unique qualities.
L'Arche Mymensingh is part of an international federation comprised of 151 communities and 14 community projects in 37 countries. The Federation seeks to promote diversity and solidarity across geographical and psychological borders.
We seek to be “communities where people whatever their race, religion, culture, abilities or disabilities can find a place and reveal their gifts to the world.”
Jean Vanier,
founder of L’Arche
Pushpo Nir
Pushpo Nir, meaning the "flower blossom" house, is home to 12 beautiful woman.
Salma
Salma was one of the founding members of Pushpo Nir. She helps to welcome guests and is a member of the Rainbow team where she enjoys singing class and painting!
Priya
Priya has been a member of Pushopo Nir for 11 years. She welcomes newcomers to the community with smiles and hugs. She is also a member of the Rainbow team.
Shanta
Shanta has been a member of Pushpo Nir for 11 years. She is a member of the Workshop team where she sorts the beads for making jewelry and she is also learning how to make a bracelets.
Kusum
Kusum has also been a member of Pushpo Nir for 11 years. She is an active member of the Workshop and helps take care of everyone in Pushpo Nir. She is responsible for the laundry and helping with dinner preperations.
Srity
Sriti has also been a member of Pushpo Nir for 11 years and works in the Workshop. She helps create greeting cards and bookmarks. Sriti is in charge of leading house meetings and she helps maintain peace within the home.
Sweety
Sweetie first came to Pushpo Nir in 2008 and has since found her home here. Sweetie is a member of the Woman's Club where she sews dresses, purses and other items. She is responsible for cleaning, meal preparation and helping other members with daily activiites.
Shahanaz
Shahanna is originally from Dhaka but moved to Pushpo Nir in 2008. She is a member of the Rainbow where she enjoys playing games and the garden. She is responsible for celebrations and ensures that everyone understands how excited they should be about the event!