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.
1m 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.
2m ago
Save children from the spread of fast food
Research shows that eating fast food has a direct correlation with weight gain
2m ago
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.
3m ago
The statelessness of Rohingya children and the world’s responsibility
States can end the statelessness of Rohingya children if they want to.
1y ago
Creating an autism-friendly society
“During the lockdown, our teachers offered online classes, but it was extremely challenging for autistic children to understand the instructions through a screen.
2y ago
Boi Mela is bringing kids to books. We can take this further.
“During school holidays, my coaching centre is closed. I encourage students to read books, play or do things they really enjoy.
2y ago
Are we listening to our adolescents?
To understand what our adolescents dream about the future, researchers at the Economic Relations Division (ERD) under the finance ministry conducted an explorative survey between August and September 2021.
2y ago
July 2, 2020
Reimagining an inclusive society
On March 12, 2020, the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine organised a discussion titled “Discrimination and Racism During Coronavirus Outbreak”.
October 12, 2019
Let girls realise their dreams
All over the world, we are seeing more and more girls raising their voice for their rights. From stopping child marriages to standing up against gender-based violence and demanding action to address the climate emergency—girls are refusing to be ignored.
September 8, 2019
Are we serious about ending violence against children?
A report titled, “Keeping the Promise: Ending Violence Against Children by 2030” has recently been presented by Najat Maalla M’jid, Special Representative of the Secretary General on Violence Against Children, at a side event, “Putting Children at the Heart of the 2030 Agenda” during the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF).
June 26, 2019
Think before donating to orphanages
While working in Liberia during 2013-2014, I along with the team had an opportunity to support the government in implementing their deinstitutionalisation policy.
August 8, 2018
Protecting the students' best interests
I remember I was in the classroom of a high school in a small district of Bangladesh when several students appeared at the door, and sought permission from our teacher to say a few words before everyone.
May 10, 2018
Let's start with engaging men in a caregiving role
Sexual violence including rape of girls and women is a serious concern in our society today. Recently, several cases of rape in public transport have made the headlines.
March 12, 2018
Children are speaking up: Are we ready to listen?
After working on child rights for the most part of my professional life, I have come to realise that there is a very limited understanding of children's rights in our society.
December 12, 2017
Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse - What Parents Can Do?
The most common misconceptions about child sex abuse is that it is only perpetrated by strangers and that it is gender specific to girls. Some think that children from poor families are vulnerable to abuse and children who are healthy
September 12, 2017
Parenting Issues
While looking into this matter of mother-child relationship we have come across some interesting specialist's viewpoints regarding the
August 1, 2017
Parenting effectively
I often get confused when I hear that children have a right to express their views on issues affecting them. Does it mean that we have to listen to whatever children say?
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