Year in Review 2024

Utilising technology to empower women

This question was the focus of a roundtable discussion, highlighting key challenges. A major issue identified was the lack of training opportunities for women to run micro-businesses, especially those who returned to their villages during COVID-19 to start small ventures. Another challenge was the misuse of digital tools in unproductive sectors of the economy and, at times, for harmful purposes. The discussion stressed the need to make the internet more affordable, enabling women to access resources and effectively utilise technology for empowerment and growth.

Gender Equality and Women Empowerment

ACTIVITIES

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    Introduce market-oriented trades for skills development along with digital literacy and STEM training

    A recent study on the vocational education and employability of adolescent girls and young women in Kishoreganj has highlighted significant challenges and opportunities.

    Utilising technology to empower women and youth involves both preparations and shared responsibilities

    With an average age of 27, Bangladesh has a large population of youth, representing a vibrant and substantial portion of the country's workforce.

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    Gender Budget of Bangladesh – Pursuing Parity

    Gender equality is essential for the sustainable growth and development of a country. The Constitution of Bangladesh ensures equal opportunities for all citizens through Article 19(1). Article 28(1) explicitly protects women's rights to equal treatment.