I watched this talk when it was screened at the TEDxDhaka event last year. I was with a friend, and when this talk ended, we both had goosebumps! … Read More»

“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate bea … Read More»

42 years ago, Ayesha Begum* was surrounded by women who completed tertiary-level education and contributed to the society in numerous ways. Naturally, she was inspired to have a life like that. … Read More»

In a patriarchal community, a 15 year old girl nursed a desire to receive the same education as the boys did. She received a bullet instead. … Read More»

I live in a society where a woman’s struggle begins way before she is born. A tiny lump of flesh and blood, she is unable to plead for a chance to live as her parents opt for sex-selective abortion. … Read More»

Recently, my brother, my sister-in-law (bhabi), my friend, and I went to a superstore in Baridhara (diplomatic area in Dhaka, capital city of Bangladesh) to have a gift wrapped for my teacher. … Read More»

Web 2.0 has an amazing ability to break down barriers, whether geographical or social. … Read More»

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