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.
2w 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.
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
3m 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
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?
June 12, 2017
We can't be passive bystanders while children suffer
Sometimes I wonder how the future generations will view our time. For example, what will be their reaction when they come to know of the child labour situation in our society?
May 23, 2017
Parenting effectively
I have a 3-year-old son. He is very active and does not listen to what I say. Sometimes I end up shouting at him.
April 27, 2017
Violence in the name of discipline
"I am a good teacher, as I do not scold or punish my students. If they do not understand something then I explain it to them,” declared a four-year-old who was acting out the role of a “teacher”; the “students” were his parents.
March 12, 2017
Let girls grow up as equal citizens
For the last few days, I have been thinking of a group of adolescent girls (studying in high school) whom I met in a char of Lalmonirhat district several years ago.
December 5, 2016
Let us see through children's eyes
This was what a renowned paediatrician said to the parent of a four year old child. The comment illustrates the level of frustration and helplessness about the air pollution of Dhaka.
October 3, 2016
What we need to do
In the last one and a half years, 24 girls below three years were raped. It was also reported that most of the perpetrators were known to the children.
June 21, 2016
The 'village' must ACT NOW
Recently violence against children has been highlighted by print and electronic media of Bangladesh. Media usually report extreme cases of violence (abductions, killings, rapes). According to Bangladesh Shishu Adhikar Forum (BSAF), 1,085 children
March 16, 2016
It's not just poverty
You give dowry and I receive it, why are you bringing government into this?”said a woman in a village in Rangpur district during a discussion on women's status.
February 13, 2016
Who will protect children in cyberspace?
There is a need to achieve a balance between utilisation of positive aspects of the cyber world -- ensuring the rights of children to privacy, information and expression, association -- and protecting them from abuse.
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