International Women Day

Invest in women to accelerate progress

Public and private investments need to be geared towards women’s empowerment.

#Women Empowerment / 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.

#Women Empowerment / 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.

International Women's Day Special / 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.

March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024

Invest in women to accelerate progress

Public and private investments need to be geared towards women’s empowerment.

March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024

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.

March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024

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.

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

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.

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