A new look at youth-engagement
Adolescents make up a significant share of Bangladesh’s population. This age demography has created a ‘youth bulge’ in the country’s population pyramid. Those in...
Bangladesh’s poverty approach needs more
Let’s start with understanding sufficientarianism. This is an idea related to distributive justice. Sufficientarian justice aims to make sure each of us has enough,...
Trade and industry in 21st century Bangladesh
In the 21st century, the Bangladesh economy has emerged as a force to be reckoned with. It is filled with workers, farmers and entrepreneurs...
Why community tourism?
Bangladesh will face a huge transformation when it moves out of the UN-designated least developed country categorisation. This means Bangladesh will become a ‘developing...
Bangladesh has led the world in social development. Now it’s time to lead in...
Bangladesh is the home to extraordinary progress in many areas of social development. Not only has this progress benefited people and communities but also...
‘Entrepreneurship advice’ is shaping the new Bangladesh
What does ‘advice’ mean when it comes to the private sector, and more specifically small businesses? Advice can be crucial in driving an economy...
New visions for ethnic minorities in Bangladesh
Let’s first unpack the notion of ‘ethnic’ in ethnic minorities. The term derives from the Greek word ethnos. The ancient Greeks generally used genos...
Redefining competition for Bangladeshi small businesses
Bangladesh has been heralded as a model of economic development and poverty reduction. The driving force has been the concerted effort between its government...
Bangladesh can provide universal health coverage
What is universal health coverage? In simple terms, UHC means every person has access to good quality health services whenever they need them. More...
Tech-targeting for social security in Bangladesh
Before the covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020, Bangladesh’s poverty rate was 20.5% and its extreme poverty rate was 10.5%. The country was one of...