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Tashnuva Anan Shishir, set to be first transgender news presenter in Bangladesh
Breaking new ground for transgender women in society, it is a matter of immense pleasure and pride to acknowledge that, one of the active members of Share-Net Bangladesh, Tashnuva Anan Shishir, … Read More »
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Why Feminism Is NOT the Same as Misandry
“She is a feminist – a man hater,” an acquaintance says while talking about a certain person. I look at him, bewildered and at a loss, but then I remember the … Read More »
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ED: No signs of abating
We must focus not merely on punishment, but the deep-rooted social sickness which causes these crimes. Despite recent nationwide protests against rape and sexual violence, and despite assurances from the government, … Read More »
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ED: Towards inclusivity
Transgender rights are human rights The transgender community in Bangladesh has long been stigmatized, marginalized, and excluded from the right to a free, peaceful, secure life. It is heartening to see … Read More »
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Hygienic menstrual practices very low among adolescent girls: Survey
Only one in every 11 married adolescents and one in eight unmarried adolescents have hygienic menstrual practice, found the first ever “Bangladesh Adolescent Health and Wellbeing Survey (BAHWS) 2019-20”. The study … Read More »
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Biden to end Trump-era anti-abortion “global gag rule”
President Joe Biden’s decision to scrap a “deadly” Trump-era policy banning funding for aid groups that discuss abortion could unleash billions in dollars for life-saving services in developing countries, women’s rights … Read More »
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Share-Net International launches SNI Co-Creation Conference 2021
The most vibrant knowledge platform on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), Share-Net International (SNI) is going to organize it’s biannual conference this year from 25-28 January and 3 February. … Read More »
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4 held for rape, murder of 8-yr-old
On 26th December, the police arrested four persons for allegedly killing an eight-year-old girl on December 14 in Bogura’s Dhunat upazila. The arrestees are Bappi Ahmed, 22, Kamal Pasha, 35, Shamim … Read More »
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Pornography spreads amid futile govt ban
The government initiative to block pornography websites has proved a futile exercise due to lack of technological knowhow and concerted efforts from the state agencies. On January 1, 2017, the government … Read More »
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Do women feel safe in offices?
Earlier this month, I was a guest on a podcast titled Not Here For, a series by Kotha Bangladesh, that calls out injustices that we have historically faced and continue to … Read More »