The Anaemia Crisis: An Ensuing Battle for Women’s Health
Anaemia, a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin in the blood, remains a persistent issue in Bangladesh. Despite setting targets and making commitments to tackle this … Read More »
Comprehensive Sexuality Education: No other alternative for an informed generation
A crucial developmental milestone for the well-being of kids and teenagers is the emergence of healthy sexuality. Youth require information about their sexuality and how it affects their bodies, communities, cultures, … Read More »
Death Penalty for Love: Uganda’s Disturbing Anti-LGBTQ Law
As news broke of Uganda enacting one of the world’s toughest anti-LGBTQ laws, including the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality,” the international community was rightly appalled. This regressive step not only … Read More »
Unintended Pregnancy Prevalence Among Garment Workers: A Reflection on Women’s Health and Empowerment
In a groundbreaking study conducted among female garment workers in Bangladesh, it has been revealed that a staggering 43% of pregnancies are unintended. This alarming statistic sheds light on the pressing … Read More »
Mifepristone Under Scrutiny: Balancing Safety Concerns and Reproductive Freedom
In a recent split decision, the US Supreme Court upheld access to the abortion pill Mifepristone, temporarily preserving the status quo while a legal battle surrounding the drug continues. The court’s … Read More »
Battling the Silent Crisis: Bangladesh’s Alarming Adolescent Pregnancy Rate
Almost in all development indicators, Bangladesh has often been lauded for its progress. However, behind the curtain of success lies a hidden crisis that threatens the future of its young population. … Read More »
Special Circumstances Provision: A Loophole in CMRA-2017
The Child Marriage Restraint Act 2017 (CMRA-2017) was passed in Bangladesh to curb the practice of child marriage, which continues to be a pervasive issue in the country. However, there are … Read More »
Health risk of Women in Tea garden of Bangladesh
The natural drink tea has got the attention all over the world yet missed out on the one producing them. The tea leaf pickers of Bangladesh remain out of sight and … Read More »
Adolescence health app launched to help access public health services
Life has different stages. Each and every stage has its own colour and trait and beauty. Childhood, adolescence, youth and adulthood, old age all have wonderful phases to offer. Adolescence offers … Read More »
Sex Education & Gender: A Dilemma Between Knowledge vs Stigma
After years of logical demand and seeking upgraded knowledge by policy makers, civil society organisations and activists, the National Curriculum and Text-book Board (NCTB) brought revolutionary changes in the text-book by … Read More »