
Transgender Activist Shila Slain in Brutal Attack in Rangamati
In a shocking act of violence, transgender activist Shila was brutally murdered in her home in Betbunia, Rangamati, on Sunday night. Shila, a prominent advocate for transgender rights, was found decapitated … Read More »

A Road To Prevention: Join Global Webinar On Ending Childhood Sexual Violence
Childhood sexual violence (CSV) is a critical global issue affecting millions of children every year, with long-term repercussions on their physical and mental well-being. For advocates of Sexual and Reproductive Health … Read More »

Local Midwives For Global Impact: UNFPA’s Midwifery Scholarship Brings Hope in Chittagong Hill Tracts
In the picturesque yet remote Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), an exceptional initiative by UNFPA Bangladesh is transforming the landscape of maternal and reproductive health. With scholarships awarded to seven indigenous girls … Read More »

This Story Is About “Priankha Halder”: From Fighting Child Marriage to Becoming A Youth Leader
In a world where gender roles often limit the potential of women, Priankha Halder stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and transformation. Hailing from Bamanpara village in Meherpur District, one … Read More »

Career Opportunity: Officer at Share-Net Bangladesh
Share-Net Bangladesh is the largest knowledge-sharing platform for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). We are looking for a passionate Share-Net Officer to join our team! Share-Net Bangladesh is hosted … Read More »

Cervical Cancer is Preventable: Early Screening and HPV Vaccination Is The Key To Save Lives of Women
Cervical cancer, the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide, claims thousands of lives annually. In Bangladesh, this disease ranks as the second most common cancer among women, with approximately 12,000 … Read More »

Promise for a Better Tomorrow: Health and SRHR Actors Meeting Held by Swedish Embassy in Dhaka
The Swedish Embassy in Dhaka hosted the “Health and SRHR Actors Meeting” on January 8, 2025, bringing together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to discuss poverty reduction, health equity, and Sexual and … Read More »

Gender: Third; Treatment: Second – The Reality Of Transgender Healthcare In Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, the transgender and hijra community faces systemic barriers to healthcare access, reflecting a broader crisis of stigma and neglect. Despite being legally recognized as a “third gender” in 2013, … Read More »

A Commitment to Change: Canada’s New Economic Statement for Future SRHR Advocacy
The Fall Economic Statement (FES) 2024 unveiled transformative investments in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights celebrates the proposed $50 million allocation over … Read More »

Let No Dreams Be Robbed: UNFPA and UNICEF Renewed Commitment to End Child Marriage in Bangladesh
Child marriage continues to rob young girls in Bangladesh of their future, with over 51% of girls marrying before the age of 18. Recognising the critical need for intervention, two United … Read More »