gender equality

Eliminate gender disparities in laws

The Women’s Affairs Reforms Commission has proposed a series of comprehensive reforms to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women embedded in the country’s laws, constitution, policies, and institutions.

International Women's Day / Have those in power failed Bangladesh's women?

Female leadership hasn’t dismantled patriarchy or ensured women’s rights.

International Women’s Day: Fight to increase women’s political participation

International Women’s Day has its roots in political struggles for gender equality, yet its original essence has been diluted over time.

The world is failing women and girls

There is an increasing pushback on women’s rights and gender equality globally.

Time to recognise women's contribution in agriculture

Explore the challenges women face in agriculture and the urgent need for equal opportunities.

16 Days of Activism / Can Bangladesh prosper without gender equality?

Gender equality is not only important at an individual level, but also critical for any country's social and economic development.

World Toilet Day 2024 / Women should not have to struggle with a toilet crisis

On World Toilet Day 2024, it is imperative that both the government and private actors unify to create environments that support dignity, health, and productivity for all women in Bangladesh.

Jabeur wants 'more respect' for women after reaching Madrid quarters

Jabeur, the 2022 Madrid champion, took a swipe at tournament organisers, telling reporters she believes tennis still has a way to go to achieve gender equality, despite it being the leader in women's sport.

Navigating masculinities in Dhaka’s slums

Not all men are equal under the patriarchy.

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

Why the theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is under-representative

The theme most certainly represents women, but does it represent all women?

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

300 years needed to reach full gender equality

UN chief stresses the importance of having women's contribution in technology and innovation.

March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023

‘Ensure gender equality for women everywhere’

Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury says at AmCham’s luncheon meeting

January 28, 2023
January 28, 2023

Why are our guardianship laws still so patriarchal?

Mothers can now be students' sole legal guardians, but this is only the first step forward

November 26, 2022
November 26, 2022

How much have we achieved in eliminating gender-based violence?

In spite of the activism, increased partnerships and awareness, gender-based violence continues unabated in the private and public domains.

September 24, 2022
September 24, 2022

Kamla Bhasin believed in the power of love, not the love of power

Remembering feminist activist, writer and poet Kamla Bhasin on her one-year death anniversary.

September 12, 2022
September 12, 2022

Men, lower your gaze and stop judging women

Men must control their own base instincts instead of policing women's clothing.

July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022

NZC decision shines a ray of hope

Many probably did not notice, but the news was a huge step towards gender equality in sport, specifically in cricket, when New Zealand Cricket (NZC) and the players’ association signed a five-year deal on Tuesday that will see male and female cricketers receive equal pay.

March 9, 2019
March 9, 2019

Achieving gender equality still a challenge

The International Women's Day, observed yesterday, has brought to the forefront a range of issues that give us a picture of the state of women in this country.

March 9, 2019
March 9, 2019

The untapped potential of women in water resource management

The International Women's Day (IWD) has been observed this year with a call to build a gender-balanced world. The day is an occasion