JONO-SREEJON INSTITUTE (JSI)

CDA Central Training Centre, namely the Jonosrejon Institute(JSI), is situated in the valley of the Himalayas, near by the river Dhapa. The distance of the training center is 25 km from Dinajpur town. The campus is designed around a beautiful natural environment. Located in the northwest part of Bangladesh.

The Training Centre provides a facility for grassroots women and men from the villages, staff and participants from various national and international Non-Government Organizations to take part in and facilitate trainings, conferences and special events. The Training Centre provides institutional support to different organizations and associations, and contributes to the sustainability of CDA. The CDA Central Training Centre is a place where people come to share and exchange ideas and to learn. The environment is gender-friendly and in this place, people with Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Aboriginal or other beliefs can all feel welcome, and live in communal harmony. The total campus is more than 4 acres of land, and it provides residential facilities for 120 women and men. Guests can enjoy food, Lodging, cultural activities, training or meetings within a congenial and secure atmosphere.

Local Culture:

In addition to natural beauty, the region is rich in culture and historical heritage, including peasant struggles. There are many tribal (aboriginal/adibashi) people in the area. The center is only 5 minutes away from the historical Kantanagar (Kantaji’s) Temple, Nayabad Mosque and small Museum. It is not far from Dinajpur’s Raj Bari Compound, and it is close to significant burial sites of freedom fighters that fought for the independence of Bangladesh, and of religious martyrs. 

Residential Facilities:

16 Double rooms (2beds) with attached bath

19 Triple rooms (3beds) 10 with attached bath

5 semi-VIP rooms with attached bath large groups may use an additional staff dormitory. There are both local and western-style commodes. Special accessible facilities for people who use wheel chairs are available. People with disabilities are welcome at the Training Centre.

ICT support:

All time Wi-Fi connection

Computer facilities in JSI-ICT center.

Dining and Refreshments:

The Training Centre provides nutritious food and refreshments for guests, which includes seasonal fruits and vegetables cultivated in local villagers. The large dining hall offers a self-service system. 60 people can dine comfortably at the same time.  The Centre has a regular menu. Guests may contract for different food menus or special diets. Safe drinking water is available.