Excelerate Energy empowers women in Moheshkhali with sewing training initiative

Excelerate Energy, a leading US-based LNG company, has launched a sewing training program in Moheshkhali to promote financial independence among women in the community. The initiative was inaugurated on 4 December 2024 at Ghotivanga Government Primary School, Moheshkhali.

Mr. Peter Haas, strategic adviser of Excelerate Energy, attended the ceremony as the chief guest. He was joined by Mr. Derek Wong, vice president for government relations and public affairs; Mr. Habibur Rahman Bhuiyan, country manager of Excelerate Energy Bangladesh; and Mr. K M Atiqul Islam, director finance of Excelerate Energy Bangladesh.

The program aims to empower 20 women from the local community by providing essential sewing skills. These skills will enable participants to contribute to household income and achieve financial self-reliance. As part of the initiative, sewing machines were distributed among the trainees to support their entrepreneurial journeys and sustainable livelihoods.

Mr. Peter Haas highlighted Excelerate Energy's dedication to community development during his address. "At Excelerate Energy, we believe in creating meaningful impacts in the communities where we operate. This sewing training program is a testament to our dedication to empowering women and fostering economic growth in Moheshkhali," he said.

The event was attended by local community leaders, program trainers, and representatives of Excelerate Energy, who applauded the initiative's potential to transform the lives of the participants and their families.

This training program reflects Excelerate Energy's core values of stewardship, accountability, improvement, and leadership, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the local communities where the company operates.