youth

Challenges female drivers face in Bangladesh

For many women, driving is not just about navigating the roads, but the need to overcome pervasive societal biases while grappling with safety concerns.

Five digital platforms for journaling

Here we have compiled five digital platforms that elevate the art of journaling into a convenient and paperless delight.

The life altering mundanity of adulthood

As an adult, you’re constantly exhausted. You have no idea where your money goes. You’re not sure if you even want to know.

Of de-extinct ‘dire wolves’ and the importance of science communication

The language of science is one that is heavy with jargon, and rarely communicates well to anyone not well-versed in that field to begin with.

It is time we stop framing resolutions as yearly goals

Instead of framing our resolutions as yearly goals, we could instead opt to break them into daily or weekly goals.

Dealing with digital clutter

The importance of digital organisation cannot be overstated

The necessity of having mindful conversations with parents

Having mindful conversations is about fostering a culture of mutual understanding and emotional depth.

Keeping up with your vaccines

A dividend from immunisation is a future free from the diseases that rob communities of health and well-being, a future free of these unwanted ailments.

What it takes to run an online handmade jewellery business as a young entrepreneur

Starting an online handmade jewellery business takes creativity, effort, and persistence.

August 30, 2024
August 30, 2024

Looking after your mental health during gap year

For students opting for such a break before enrolling in university, taking care of their mental health becomes vital.

August 28, 2024
August 28, 2024

Germany hikes blocked account amount for international students

The Embassy of Germany in Dhaka, earlier today, announced that it will be increasing the blocked account amount for student visa applicants to €11,904.

August 25, 2024
August 25, 2024

Youth wellbeing: More than just a trendy hashtag

Physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing are inextricably linked. To empower our youth with the knowledge and skills needed to be healthy in mind, body and spirit, a systems approach must be adopted.

August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024

Students mobilise as floods ravage the nation

University students, independently and through various on-campus clubs and forums, are playing an active role in aiding relief efforts across the country following the recent devastating floods. 

August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024

Growing up and navigating life with speech disorders

Speech disorders, such as stutters are seen from a young age. Young people with this kind of unique challenges face difficulties to express themselves clearly.

August 15, 2024
August 15, 2024

Youth mobilise to safeguard minority establishments and places of worship

While such initiatives are commendable, they, of course, don’t offer a proper solution to the primary problems at hand.

August 9, 2024
August 9, 2024

The need to recognise propaganda in pop culture

Popular culture is a product of its time, representing the politics and ideas of a specific era.

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

What does our labour market look like for educated youth?

The reason behind the educated youth’s overwhelming preference for public sector jobs, particularly those in Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS), must be understood in a greater detail and also through a critical lens of youth unemployment.

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

Everything in life requires practice

There's a misunderstanding that some things in life require natural skills or a one-time lucky break

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

The thriving online clothing thrift scene and the youth behind it

These young entrepreneurs are not only proving the do-ability of running a thriving business alongside studies but also inspiring countless other students to dip their toes into the rewarding world of entrepreneurship.