Syeda Afrin Tarannum

Syeda Afrin Tarannum is a sub-editor at SHOUT. Reach her at afrin.tarannum@thedailystar.net

Are we doing enough to make education safe for girls?

The systemic barriers that hinder girls’ pursuit of education have continued to remain deeply ingrained in our society.

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Falling through the cracks of the ‘normal’

There is something to be said about the innate process of otherising a person with disability, and pushing them out of the group of the ‘norm’ and into the group of the ‘exception’.

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Have we outgrown emotional intimacy?

An almost unavoidable part of discussing relationships in today’s world would be Gen Z's relationship terminology

9m ago

When the sky lights up

A special comic this week on Rising Stars

11m ago

Women need better access to public restrooms

Many women do not feel safe visiting such facilities.

1y ago

Exploring the world of literary theory

"Get to know your people, and this way you will know yourself."

1y ago

Au Revoir, SHOUT

Goodbyes have always left a sour taste in my mouth.

1y ago

My Dhaka: The many images of Dhaka metro rail

I have been using the metro rail service sporadically through the past couple of months, and I have to admit, I treat it like a bit of a luxury.

1y ago
March 26, 2020
March 26, 2020

For the Artsy Types

If you appreciate typography, follow this profile. With all its loops and edges,

March 24, 2020
March 24, 2020

Protecting children’s minds from coronavirus

What psychological impacts will the coronavirus have on our children's minds?

March 12, 2020
March 12, 2020

How do you sleep?

Many people struggle to fall asleep. Once they do, though, they struggle to have enough of it.

January 9, 2020
January 9, 2020

Girl Meets World

What society expects of women.

December 12, 2019
December 12, 2019

Pressure to Perform

This hypothetical situation is sadly the reality for a staggering number of people. However, what makes matters worse is that often people are under the impression that they have to measure up to certain standards to pursue their dreams.

November 21, 2019
November 21, 2019

WHAT IS A HERO?

In the current world where so many things seem to be going wrong, the idea of a hero can be comforting.

October 31, 2019
October 31, 2019

A Botanical CONFUSION

Nothing has held my attention the past decade so strongly, except for the fascinating little boxes that seemed to capture precious moments with a click and a flash of light. Sadly, this box is the reason I became the outcast of my clan for the past twelve years.

October 17, 2019
October 17, 2019

A DIFFICULT CONVERSATION

“It is generally known that teenagers go through immense changes in terms of physical and emotional growth due to the influence of hormones.

October 10, 2019
October 10, 2019

Adulting, as told by Shrek

Everyone who has watched Shrek would know the experience.

September 12, 2019
September 12, 2019

International symposium on higher education at IUB

On September 6, 2019, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) hosted a global symposium titled “Re-envisioning Higher Education in an Era of Technology Convergence” with Dr. Vistasp M. Karbhari,