gender equality

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.

Beyond the pages / Overcoming sexist textbooks to bridge the gender gap in education

Given the theme of inspiring inclusion, it's imperative to ask: does academic research sufficiently inspire inclusion?

March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025

Have those in power failed Bangladesh's women?

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

March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025

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.

March 7, 2025
March 7, 2025

The world is failing women and girls

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

December 28, 2024
December 28, 2024

Time to recognise women's contribution in agriculture

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

November 30, 2024
November 30, 2024

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.

November 19, 2024
November 19, 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.

April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024

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.

April 5, 2024
April 5, 2024

Navigating masculinities in Dhaka’s slums

Not all men are equal under the patriarchy.

March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024

Overcoming sexist textbooks to bridge the gender gap in education

Given the theme of inspiring inclusion, it's imperative to ask: does academic research sufficiently inspire inclusion?

February 16, 2024
February 16, 2024

Prohibition of foetus sex detection: A timely and ethical step

This pivotal development addresses the intricate matter of disclosing the sex of foetuses