Reform and Rebuild

Reform and Rebuild

Deep-rooted stigmas hinder social inclusion of persons with disabilities

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current status of the initiatives aimed at identifying the unique needs of persons with disabilities?

3w ago

We aim to channel, understand, and revitalise culture

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering the significance of the July Movement, how do you perceive the overall concept of culture, particularly its role as a force for social transformation and identity formation?

3w ago

Missing policy reforms in Bangladesh’s transport sector

In a densely populated country like Bangladesh—especially in Dhaka, the mega city with its unique characteristics—addressing issues such as infrastructure, traffic control, and safety requires more than just physical development.

3w ago

Cultural interventions required to reform deep-rooted patriarchal norms

The Daily Star (TDS): After August 5, women and female coordinators of the movement appear to have gradually become less visible in initiatives and discussions. This raises an important question: can the discourse on state reforms truly represent the approximately 51% of Bangladesh’s population who are women, particularly in state-building and equitable resource distribution?

3w ago

Human welfare must be at the centre of development thinking

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the scope of responsibilities defined for the Task Force on Redesigning Economic Strategy?

3w ago

Prioritising profits over the environment is costing us dearly

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of Bangladesh’s environment, and what are the most pressing challenges?

3w ago

Pathways for reforms in Bangladesh: Perspectives from public administration and local government

In 1971, the people of Bangladesh earned their independence through blood and sacrifice.

3w ago

Restructure local governance from a presidential to a parliamentary system

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the commission’s core recommendations for reforming local government?

3w ago

Prioritising profits over the environment is costing us dearly

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of Bangladesh’s environment, and what are the most pressing challenges?

3w ago

Human welfare must be at the centre of development thinking

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the scope of responsibilities defined for the Task Force on Redesigning Economic Strategy?

3w ago

Cultural interventions required to reform deep-rooted patriarchal norms

The Daily Star (TDS): After August 5, women and female coordinators of the movement appear to have gradually become less visible in initiatives and discussions. This raises an important question: can the discourse on state reforms truly represent the approximately 51% of Bangladesh’s population who are women, particularly in state-building and equitable resource distribution?

3w ago

What’s wrong with Bangladesh’s job market?

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering that employment was one of the core issues fueling the recent uprising, what measures should the government implement to address this challenge?

3w ago

Missing policy reforms in Bangladesh’s transport sector

In a densely populated country like Bangladesh—especially in Dhaka, the mega city with its unique characteristics—addressing issues such as infrastructure, traffic control, and safety requires more than just physical development.

3w ago

Make corruption prevention a constitutional mandate

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the key recommendations for reforming the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)?

3w ago

We aim to channel, understand, and revitalise culture

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering the significance of the July Movement, how do you perceive the overall concept of culture, particularly its role as a force for social transformation and identity formation?

3w ago

We must curb the rise of unscrupulous media

TDS: How would you evaluate the current media scenario in Bangladesh?

3w ago

Deep-rooted stigmas hinder social inclusion of persons with disabilities

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current status of the initiatives aimed at identifying the unique needs of persons with disabilities?

3w ago

Aligning employer concerns with worker protections is key

The Daily Star (TDS): Why is labour sector reform the most urgent priority?

3w ago