The 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action will be observed, providing a timely opportunity to renew the sense of urgency and take action to reverse the trends of GBV.

Disrupting the cycle of GBV requires moving beyond performative outrage to bring about systemic change grounded in evidence-based strategies, beginning with enhanced data collection.

Sigma Huda’s legacy for the empowerment of women, be it at the home, on the roads or in the courtroom, lives on.

In classic Bengali fiction, the kitchen is a central site for conflict and community bonding.

Rape and other sexual crimes are largely misunderstood because people refuse to understand or fail to understand why they are crimes in the first place.

A very brief discussion of the possible legal steps to be taken by a rape victim are discussed in this piece.

In rural areas, gender-based violence traps women in a cycle of abuse, fear, and systemic neglect.

Recent violence in Bangladesh highlights systemic oppression against Indigenous women.

Young artists have utilised their creativity to address pressing issues such as inequality, gender-based violence, and the need to challenge outdated societal norms. Through their powerful work, they convey a strong commitment to driving change and transforming individuals, communities, and society as a whole.

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

Marital rape remains unrecognized in Bangladesh, leaving little room for recourse.

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

Gender equality is not only important at an individual level, but also critical for any country's social and economic development.

When it comes to violence against women, we make a conscious choice and turn all our focus on sexual violence.

In the era of technology, gender-based violence too has taken a new form in the digital space in Bangladesh.

Patriarchy would have you believe that women are inherently complicated—creatures who must be defined, boxed in, or reduced to stereotypes.

November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence which goes until December 10, Human Rights Day.

There is a global need for stronger policies and research to combat gender-based violence.

As I stepped into the Central Shaheed Minar late in the afternoon, I was greeted with the jovial and embracing atmosphere of feminists from all corners of the city— and perhaps even beyond. Most were decked out in orange and red sarees, seemingly in line with a theme for the day. Some were even in work mode, going live on social media platforms to share updates on behalf of their organisations.

Violence against women in Bangladesh feels like an existential tragedy.