Act against discrimination: New strategies to prevent child marriage in Bangladesh
Despite efforts and three decades of education-focused interventions, Bangladesh continues to be ranked eighth in the world today in terms of the incidence of child marriage.
12 October 2024, 04:00 AM
Is the budget just another attempt at ‘youthwashing’?
The recently proposed budget has been disappointing for job seekers, especially the youth.
20 June 2024, 07:05 AM
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?
12 March 2024, 00:00 AM
Economy hangs in the balance as Awami League hangs on to power
Despite decades of sustained GDP growth and improvements in social indicators, Bangladesh’s economy is now on a fragile footing.
6 January 2024, 03:00 AM
Bangladesh at 50: Reaping the benefits of bottom-up entrepreneurship
As Bangladesh turns 50 this year, the country has much to celebrate. Its human-development progress has been exceptional compared to that of its South Asian neighbours.
16 June 2021, 18:00 PM
How can countries reduce poverty faster?
Can the world end poverty by 2030, the target set by the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development?
28 November 2018, 18:00 PM
A blueprint for ending child marriage
When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry...
10 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Don't blame private education for radicalisation
Many experts and development organisations advocate greater provision of fee-charging for-profit schools in developing countries.
6 August 2016, 18:00 PM