Shanum Sarkar

Autism awareness in conversation

On April 29, the Gender & Inclusion team of the Youth Policy Forum (YPF) and the Healthcare Policy Network collaborated with the Department of Communication Disorders at Dhaka University to convene a session focused on driving positive change for autism awareness.

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The need for comprehensive sexuality education in our schools

The importance of sex education in guiding adolescents cannot be overstated.

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How CHRF is redefining single-cell genomics in Bangladesh

For the first time in Bangladesh, Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) has successfully generated single-cell genomic (SCG) data for the Human Cell Atlas (HCA).

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Should you consider studying Pharmacy?

With the influx of students exploring the vast world of life sciences, Pharmacy has started to see a stratospheric increase in interested youths.

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Mahir Sarowar Megh: The 17-year-old designer of Durdanto Dhaka’s jersey

Rising Stars speaks with the creative mind behind the jersey – Mahir Sarowar Megh.

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On surviving long distance friendships

Calls and texts will be your new best friends when navigating the challenges of anything long-distance.

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Meet BRAC University's pawsitively un-fur-gettable feline scholar, Bhapacat

Her talents extend beyond the academic realm; she’s a pro at navigating BRACU’s beautiful new campus, mastering its escalators with feline finesse.

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Is A level Psychology right for you?

Even if psychology isn’t your intended major, studying it for A levels helps develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

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December 27, 2023
December 27, 2023

Put a Period: How the youth is addressing menstrual equity

Founded by four high schoolers from Viqarunnisa Noon School and College (VNSC), Put a Period is a non-profit organisation working to eliminate taboos surrounding menstruation.

December 9, 2023
December 9, 2023

Becoming a better test taker

It is also essential to recognise that the standardised tests

October 23, 2023
October 23, 2023

The impact of privilege on US college applications

While many applicants work their fingers to the bone to present their best selves on paper, the reality remains that some individuals are inherently positioned with better odds right from the start.

October 18, 2023
October 18, 2023

Science by and for the many, not the few

CHRF making strides with “Building Scientists for Bangladesh”

August 16, 2023
August 16, 2023

Paving the way for inclusivity

Ashreen hopes for a future in which gender labels no longer limit their playgrounds.

June 22, 2023
June 22, 2023

Grooming: abuse hiding in plain sight

It's a lesser known evil that is wreaking havoc among young people.

June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023

Is going to therapy all it takes?

Therapy is just one stop in the mental health journey.

April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023

Why we should set healthy boundaries in friendships

Boundaries often feel abstract, especially when it comes to platonic relationships.

March 16, 2023
March 16, 2023

Caring for stray animals, the right way

Caring for stray animals is important, and knowing the right way is vital.

November 10, 2022
November 10, 2022

Are we doing enough for aspiring young female athletes?

The primary barriers girls face in regards to sports come from the families themselves.