women empowerment

16 days of Activism / Celebrating the Women Who Redefined Bangladesh Sports

Star Lifestyle caught up with four such female sportspersons who have had their impacts on Bangladesh’s upward journey in global sports.

16 Days of Activism / Breaking Barriers: Women athletes leading the fight for change

Star Lifestyle speaks to some of the women athletes of Bangladesh who are role models for countless young girls across the country.

Empower women through RTI

Nearly half of the population, primarily women, are deprived of their right to access critical information, said Sharmeen S Murshid, adviser to the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs and Social Welfare, at an event yesterday.

#Women Empowerment / No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3

In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.

Victoria’s Secret returns with diversity, but are we buying it?

After a six-year sabbatical, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is back, and the internet is divided.

Navigating Dhaka’s streets, now with less anxiety! Women’s Shuttle to the rescue

In a city like Dhaka, women often face added difficulties when it comes to finding safe and reliable transportation. For many, commuting daily in the city can feel like navigating a minefield! Moving around is always an ordeal for a large portion of the population.

Unveiling the goddess within

Durga Puja celebrates Goddess Durga, highlighting her strength, courage, and compassion. These divine traits are present in every woman, empowering them to face challenges and embrace their inner goddess during the festival and beyond.

Let women decide what they want

True empowerment is built on empowering women to make life decisions free from outside pressures like discrimination, constraints, or societal standards

#Perspective / Priyanka Das breaks career norms for civil engineers, one floor at a time

From towering skyscrapers to sprawling bridges and intricate road networks, civil engineering is a field that shapes the physical world around us. However, despite its critical role in society, this field remains a male-dominated profession, where women are largely underrepresented.

December 1, 2024
December 1, 2024

Celebrating the Women Who Redefined Bangladesh Sports

Star Lifestyle caught up with four such female sportspersons who have had their impacts on Bangladesh’s upward journey in global sports.

December 1, 2024
December 1, 2024

Breaking Barriers: Women athletes leading the fight for change

Star Lifestyle speaks to some of the women athletes of Bangladesh who are role models for countless young girls across the country.

October 31, 2024
October 31, 2024

Empower women through RTI

Nearly half of the population, primarily women, are deprived of their right to access critical information, said Sharmeen S Murshid, adviser to the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs and Social Welfare, at an event yesterday.

October 23, 2024
October 23, 2024

No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3

In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.

October 18, 2024
October 18, 2024

Victoria’s Secret returns with diversity, but are we buying it?

After a six-year sabbatical, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is back, and the internet is divided.

October 9, 2024
October 9, 2024

Navigating Dhaka’s streets, now with less anxiety! Women’s Shuttle to the rescue

In a city like Dhaka, women often face added difficulties when it comes to finding safe and reliable transportation. For many, commuting daily in the city can feel like navigating a minefield! Moving around is always an ordeal for a large portion of the population.

September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

Unveiling the goddess within

Durga Puja celebrates Goddess Durga, highlighting her strength, courage, and compassion. These divine traits are present in every woman, empowering them to face challenges and embrace their inner goddess during the festival and beyond.

August 14, 2024
August 14, 2024

Let women decide what they want

True empowerment is built on empowering women to make life decisions free from outside pressures like discrimination, constraints, or societal standards

May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024

Priyanka Das breaks career norms for civil engineers, one floor at a time

From towering skyscrapers to sprawling bridges and intricate road networks, civil engineering is a field that shapes the physical world around us. However, despite its critical role in society, this field remains a male-dominated profession, where women are largely underrepresented.

March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024

Time for Bangladesh to withdraw CEDAW reservations

Are reservations to CEDAW a barrier to gender equality?