International Women Day

Why don’t women in Bangladesh feel safe in 2025?

International Women’s Day highlights progress, but safety remains a crisis in Bangladesh. Weak law enforcement, victim-blaming, and moral policing enable violence. Real change demands stronger laws, faster justice, safer spaces, and an end to impunity for harassers.
9 March 2025, 08:31 AM

Biman operates flight with all female crew on Int’l Women’s Day

The special flight was led by Captain Anita and First Officer Tasnuva
8 March 2025, 08:53 AM

Women’s leadership in administration on the rise

18 female DCs, 158 UNOs, and 14 Secretaries leading the way
8 March 2025, 08:24 AM

Invest in women to accelerate progress

Public and private investments need to be geared towards women’s empowerment.
8 March 2024, 00:00 AM

Breaking barriers: Dr Eaysmin Ara Lekha's journey to leadership and gender equality

The notion that women are not suited for leadership positions is gradually dispelled as society advances. Dr Eaysmin Ara Lekha, an academician, writer, researcher and social worker, has dedicated her time and efforts to addressing and actively working to improve academic standards and promote inclusivity throughout her professional life.
7 March 2024, 11:02 AM

Driving change: The inspiring journey of Zainab Binte Mainuddin Monem

This interview delves into Zainab's multifaceted career, her inspirations, and the remarkable legacy she is building.
7 March 2024, 09:23 AM

Equal payments but no leading roles frustrate gold medalist Priya 

Karateka Marzan Akter Priya hurdled obstacles from within her family to take up sports as a profession. She won gold in karate in the 2019 South Asian Games. In an interview marking International Women’s Day on Wednesday, the fine arts student of Jagannath University talked to The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman as she spoke about the special occasion and the scope and advancement of women in sports in general in the country.
8 March 2023, 10:08 AM