gender equality

Navigating masculinities in Dhaka’s slums

Not all men are equal under the patriarchy.

Beyond the pages / Overcoming sexist textbooks to bridge the gender gap in education

Given the theme of inspiring inclusion, it's imperative to ask: does academic research sufficiently inspire inclusion?

Prohibition of foetus sex detection: A timely and ethical step

This pivotal development addresses the intricate matter of disclosing the sex of foetuses

The future is female, but so was the past

Women in indigenous, prehistoric, and precolonial societies, across all continents, were actually in positions of power and privilege

The hidden impact of patrilocality

At the core of a patrilocal society lies the notion of women occupying a lower status than men.

Are feminists asking for 'too much'?

Just because things could always be worse doesn’t mean that the current issues are not worth fighting for.

Over 99 percent of Bangladeshis hold at least one bias against women

What are the costs and consequences of such biases?

No country for women and girls

What codes of safety and protection can ensure women’s right to, well, exist?

World Population Day / We need to transform social norms for gender equality

This World Population Day, the focus is on gender equality, symbolised by the theme of "Unleashing the power of gender equality: Uplifting the voices of women and girls to unlock our world's infinite possibilities."

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

Why Iceland is a masterclass in equality

The government is better than any other nation in supporting single mothers. Parental leave is generous, and the choices and decisions by all are respected.

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

Invest more to accelerate gender equality

Achieving gender equality requires collective effort from all members of society.

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

Why the theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is under-representative

The theme most certainly represents women, but does it represent all women?

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

300 years needed to reach full gender equality

UN chief stresses the importance of having women's contribution in technology and innovation.

March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023

‘Ensure gender equality for women everywhere’

Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury says at AmCham’s luncheon meeting

January 28, 2023
January 28, 2023

Why are our guardianship laws still so patriarchal?

Mothers can now be students' sole legal guardians, but this is only the first step forward

November 26, 2022
November 26, 2022

How much have we achieved in eliminating gender-based violence?

In spite of the activism, increased partnerships and awareness, gender-based violence continues unabated in the private and public domains.

September 24, 2022
September 24, 2022

Kamla Bhasin believed in the power of love, not the love of power

Remembering feminist activist, writer and poet Kamla Bhasin on her one-year death anniversary.

September 12, 2022
September 12, 2022

Men, lower your gaze and stop judging women

Men must control their own base instincts instead of policing women's clothing.

July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022

NZC decision shines a ray of hope

Many probably did not notice, but the news was a huge step towards gender equality in sport, specifically in cricket, when New Zealand Cricket (NZC) and the players’ association signed a five-year deal on Tuesday that will see male and female cricketers receive equal pay.

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