Laila Khondkar

We must help girls realise their dreams

It is our responsibility to make society safe for girls by strengthening child protection system at the community and national levels.

2w ago

A tolerant society must respect differing opinions

Listening to others does not mean agreeing with them, but acknowledging that different opinions exist and seeking to understand them is crucial.

1m ago

Let’s end the ‘princessification’ of girls, ‘machofication’ of boys

Children are born with immense potential. Isn’t it a tremendous waste of human capacity to confine them to limited roles?

3m ago

Don't children have the right to privacy?

At the registration desk of a private hospital in Dhaka, an employee loudly asked for personal information.

4m ago

Protecting the best interests of children during divorce

Many have witnessed physical and emotional abuse taking place in the relationship between their parents.

4m ago

Ending corporal punishment needs a change in mindset

More than 1.3 billion children aged between one and 14 years are subjected to corporal punishment at home each year.

5m ago

The case for child-friendly infrastructure

Child-friendly infrastructure, design, and services require little to no cost if we only care to look at things through the eyes of a child.

6m ago

Climate change is fuelling child marriage in Bangladesh

Climate change adaptation programmes must support efforts that promote greater access to quality education for adolescent girls.

7m ago
September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

We must help girls realise their dreams

It is our responsibility to make society safe for girls by strengthening child protection system at the community and national levels.

August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024

A tolerant society must respect differing opinions

Listening to others does not mean agreeing with them, but acknowledging that different opinions exist and seeking to understand them is crucial.

July 13, 2024
July 13, 2024

Let’s end the ‘princessification’ of girls, ‘machofication’ of boys

Children are born with immense potential. Isn’t it a tremendous waste of human capacity to confine them to limited roles?

June 13, 2024
June 13, 2024

Don't children have the right to privacy?

At the registration desk of a private hospital in Dhaka, an employee loudly asked for personal information.

June 1, 2024
June 1, 2024

Protecting the best interests of children during divorce

Many have witnessed physical and emotional abuse taking place in the relationship between their parents.

April 30, 2024
April 30, 2024

Ending corporal punishment needs a change in mindset

More than 1.3 billion children aged between one and 14 years are subjected to corporal punishment at home each year.

March 24, 2024
March 24, 2024

The case for child-friendly infrastructure

Child-friendly infrastructure, design, and services require little to no cost if we only care to look at things through the eyes of a child.

February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024

Climate change is fuelling child marriage in Bangladesh

Climate change adaptation programmes must support efforts that promote greater access to quality education for adolescent girls.

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

Save children from the spread of fast food

Research shows that eating fast food has a direct correlation with weight gain

January 17, 2024
January 17, 2024

Applying to Harvard University: Tips for a successful application

Having an advanced degree from a reputed university will significantly add to your learning and help you realise your professional dreams and ambitions. So, invest time and energy in the process.