M Niaz Asadullah

Act against discrimination: New strategies to prevent child marriage in Bangladesh

Despite efforts and three decades of education-focused interventions, Bangladesh continues to be ranked eighth in the world today in terms of the incidence of child marriage.

2d ago

Is the budget just another attempt at ‘youthwashing’?

The recently proposed budget has been disappointing for job seekers, especially the youth.

3m ago

Overcoming sexist textbooks to bridge the gender gap in education

Given the theme of inspiring inclusion, it's imperative to ask: does academic research sufficiently inspire inclusion?

7m ago

Economy hangs in the balance as Awami League hangs on to power

Despite decades of sustained GDP growth and improvements in social indicators, Bangladesh’s economy is now on a fragile footing.

9m ago

Bangladesh at 50: Reaping the benefits of bottom-up entrepreneurship

As Bangladesh turns 50 this year, the country has much to celebrate. Its human-development progress has been exceptional compared to that of its South Asian neighbours.

3y ago

How can countries reduce poverty faster?

Can the world end poverty by 2030, the target set by the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development?

5y ago

A blueprint for ending child marriage

When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry...

7y ago

Don't blame private education for radicalisation

Many experts and development organisations advocate greater provision of fee-charging for-profit schools in developing countries.

8y ago
October 12, 2024
October 12, 2024

Act against discrimination: New strategies to prevent child marriage in Bangladesh

Despite efforts and three decades of education-focused interventions, Bangladesh continues to be ranked eighth in the world today in terms of the incidence of child marriage.

June 20, 2024
June 20, 2024

Is the budget just another attempt at ‘youthwashing’?

The recently proposed budget has been disappointing for job seekers, especially the youth.

March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024

Overcoming sexist textbooks to bridge the gender gap in education

Given the theme of inspiring inclusion, it's imperative to ask: does academic research sufficiently inspire inclusion?

January 6, 2024
January 6, 2024

Economy hangs in the balance as Awami League hangs on to power

Despite decades of sustained GDP growth and improvements in social indicators, Bangladesh’s economy is now on a fragile footing.

June 17, 2021
June 17, 2021

Bangladesh at 50: Reaping the benefits of bottom-up entrepreneurship

As Bangladesh turns 50 this year, the country has much to celebrate. Its human-development progress has been exceptional compared to that of its South Asian neighbours.

November 29, 2018
November 29, 2018

How can countries reduce poverty faster?

Can the world end poverty by 2030, the target set by the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development?

March 11, 2017
March 11, 2017

A blueprint for ending child marriage

When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry...

August 7, 2016
August 7, 2016

Don't blame private education for radicalisation

Many experts and development organisations advocate greater provision of fee-charging for-profit schools in developing countries.