Dibarah Mahboob

The writer is an author and artist.

The Fearless Collective: Memoir of an artist in Sri Lanka amidst the economic crisis

A couple of years ago, I was on my phone looking for art residencies where I could learn hands-on how to paint large scale murals.

2y ago

Struggles of solo women in the big city

Brave, young, independent women are breaking stereotypes in the big cities to live with independence. But is it a bed of roses?

2y ago

Hypocrisy behind the scenes of a Sexual And Reproductive Health Clinic in Bangladesh

Despite impressive strides in Bangladesh’s record, contraceptives and family planning options are still inaccessible to women across classes—and the problem starts at the doctor’s mindset.

3y ago

Slow is better for the world: Broqué founder talks slow fashion

In a world of “buy more, buy new, get it FAST, throw it faster,” what is slow fashion and should you care?

3y ago

Why every woman should give Menstrual Cups a chance

All of us women dread that time of the month, and we all know why. But since I’ve come across menstrual cups, my dread has deadened quite a lot. They’ve made my periods, and my life, a lot better. And today, I’ll share with you why, so that you too are converted.

3y ago

The lifestyle of online classes

This is a common sentiment expressed by a lot of students and staff at institutions suddenly flooded with new challenges in creating IT access for all kinds of students.

4y ago

The skirts are BACK

From the land of saris and longer kurtas, it’s a no-brainer that skirts would be a natural derivative of east-western fusion wear. I wonder, are skirts the unsung heroes of our wardrobes? Sure, we love the freedom, privacy, and cool factor a pair of jeans brings, but the skirt has some much sartorial versatility to offer.

4y ago

THE POWER of DISCIPLINED LEISURE

“I wasn’t doing well at school through the second year of college,” he described, “Instead of approaching studies as a big goal to work on, I decided to make only very slight adjustments.

4y ago
May 17, 2022
May 17, 2022

The Fearless Collective: Memoir of an artist in Sri Lanka amidst the economic crisis

A couple of years ago, I was on my phone looking for art residencies where I could learn hands-on how to paint large scale murals.

January 18, 2022
January 18, 2022

Struggles of solo women in the big city

Brave, young, independent women are breaking stereotypes in the big cities to live with independence. But is it a bed of roses?

June 1, 2021
June 1, 2021

Hypocrisy behind the scenes of a Sexual And Reproductive Health Clinic in Bangladesh

Despite impressive strides in Bangladesh’s record, contraceptives and family planning options are still inaccessible to women across classes—and the problem starts at the doctor’s mindset.

March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021

Why every woman should give Menstrual Cups a chance

All of us women dread that time of the month, and we all know why. But since I’ve come across menstrual cups, my dread has deadened quite a lot. They’ve made my periods, and my life, a lot better. And today, I’ll share with you why, so that you too are converted.

March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021

Slow is better for the world: Broqué founder talks slow fashion

In a world of “buy more, buy new, get it FAST, throw it faster,” what is slow fashion and should you care?

September 15, 2020
September 15, 2020

The lifestyle of online classes

This is a common sentiment expressed by a lot of students and staff at institutions suddenly flooded with new challenges in creating IT access for all kinds of students.

August 25, 2020
August 25, 2020

The skirts are BACK

From the land of saris and longer kurtas, it’s a no-brainer that skirts would be a natural derivative of east-western fusion wear. I wonder, are skirts the unsung heroes of our wardrobes? Sure, we love the freedom, privacy, and cool factor a pair of jeans brings, but the skirt has some much sartorial versatility to offer.

August 18, 2020
August 18, 2020

THE POWER of DISCIPLINED LEISURE

“I wasn’t doing well at school through the second year of college,” he described, “Instead of approaching studies as a big goal to work on, I decided to make only very slight adjustments.

May 1, 2019
May 1, 2019

Where is the law and humanity for children working in domestic settings?

Around a month ago, protests broke out in Uttara after the body of a 12-year-old child named Boishakhi was recovered from a home in Sector 3, hanging from the ceiling fan.

August 13, 2018
August 13, 2018

Rape news should trigger more resistance

It's no secret that Bangladesh has long been plagued by violence against women and children.