A Message For Our Bangladeshi Community
- Juliana Stryker
- Jun 6, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 22, 2020
Chancing upon this photo from my trip to Bangladesh earlier this year, I was reminded of the kindness and generosity I experienced at every turn.
Even these old rickshaw uncles went out of their way to help me take the perfect picture while expecting nothing in return.
What we see here in Singapore is just the tip of the iceberg. They have millionaires and Nobel Peace Prize winners, doctors and lawyers, rich and poor people, the same as any nation.
What we see here simply reflects a very specific demographic and after experiencing such kindness, I was even more sad seeing how the Bangladeshi community here has been especially affected by this cruel and unforgiving virus.
Here’s a short message to show our solidarity and support for the Bangladeshi community here, separated from their families and loved ones, likely worried and afraid.
Stay strong and stay positive, there are many of us rooting for you and hopefully this will all be a thing of the past very very soon.
Inshallah! 🙏🏻
Your friend, Juliana
This kind of community message really stands out because it shows how important cultural connection and support networks are for people, especially when living far from home. I’ve seen similar situations where friends were trying to stay connected to their Bangladeshi community while also dealing with heavy academic pressure, and it honestly became overwhelming trying to manage both responsibilities at once. During that time, I relied on an Essay Writing Service to handle some coursework so I could stay mentally present for community events and personal commitments. It’s a reminder that belonging and support systems often matter just as much as individual success.