From Torn Pages to Open Minds: Bangladesh’s Battle for Gender Inclusivity
In a global landscape slowly embracing diverse gender identities, Bangladesh grapples with persistent negative attitudes. Despite legal recognition of transgenders as the third gender, societal acceptance lags behind. Recent incidents, such … Read More »
Against All Odds: Oalid Islam’s Triumph as the First Hijra Foreign Cadre
In a world where diversity often struggles to find its voice, Mr. Oalid Islam has emerged as a trailblazer, etching history as the first-ever Hijra foreign cadre. Oalid, the world’s first … Read More »
From Crisis to Curriculum: Examining the Necessity of Anti-Sexual Violence Education
In recent years, sexual violence has cast a dark shadow over the sanctity of higher education institutions in Indonesia and beyond. The education sector, intended to be a haven for learning, … Read More »
Global Unions’ Joint Statement to the UNCSW68: Workers of the World Unite for Gender Equality
In a powerful joint statement submitted to UNCSW68, global unions have issued a clarion call for action, aiming to tackle the pervasive poverty and inequality faced by women and marginalized genders … Read More »
Health Equity Now: Understanding Trans-Healthcare Disparities in Bangladesh
In 2013, the Bangladeshi government officially recognized the transgender community, known locally as “Hijra,” as the “third gender.” However, the struggle for the basic right to accessible and dignified healthcare continues … Read More »
How Far The Light At The End Of Tunnel: Bangladeshi Women Have Been Smuggling To India And We Doing Nothing?
“I can now speak five to six languages — Hindi, Marathi, Karnataka (Kannada), Gujarati, and Bangla,” says Pakhi, a Bangladeshi woman who was trafficked to India 15 years ago. Her linguistic … Read More »
From Relief to Resilience: UNFPA’s Youth Initiatives in Rohingya Camps
“Empowering young people is essential for a sustainable future,” says 13-year-old Jahura from the Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar. This statement resonates deeply with the transformative initiatives undertaken by UNFPA in … Read More »
Behind the Swivel Doors: Illuminating the Shadows of Workplace Abuse
Despite strides towards gender equality, workplace sexual harassment remains alarmingly prevalent, stifling the professional aspirations of many women. A recent collaborative study by the BRAC Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD) … Read More »
From Knowledge to Action: Shukhi Jibon’s AYSRHR Odyssey in Bangladesh
For the last six years, a groundbreaking initiative named Shukhi Jibon has been transforming the landscape of sexual and reproductive health for adolescents and youth in Bangladesh. Since 2018, this USAID-backed … Read More »
Bangladesh’s Human Rights Triumph: Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All
On the occasion of International Human Rights Day 2023, Bangladesh proudly reaffirms its unwavering dedication to upholding human rights values, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards a more … Read More »