Star Lifestyle speaks to some of the women athletes of Bangladesh who are role models for countless young girls across the country.

Gender equality is not only important at an individual level, but also critical for any country's social and economic development.

When it comes to violence against women, we make a conscious choice and turn all our focus on sexual violence.

In the era of technology, gender-based violence too has taken a new form in the digital space in Bangladesh.

November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence which goes until December 10, Human Rights Day.

Patriarchy would have you believe that women are inherently complicated—creatures who must be defined, boxed in, or reduced to stereotypes.

There is a global need for stronger policies and research to combat gender-based violence.

As I stepped into the Central Shaheed Minar late in the afternoon, I was greeted with the jovial and embracing atmosphere of feminists from all corners of the city— and perhaps even beyond. Most were decked out in orange and red sarees, seemingly in line with a theme for the day. Some were even in work mode, going live on social media platforms to share updates on behalf of their organisations.

Violence against women in Bangladesh feels like an existential tragedy.

Marium was only 10 years old when she faced the horrors of sexual violence in 2018..

Coordinated response vital to protect female internet users

Gender inequality and violence as the outcome of a society are symptomatic of the ethos that shape policies, family structures and opportunities for men and women.

Addressing the urgency in Bangladesh during the 16 days of activism to end gender-based violence: a call for legal reforms, societal transformation, survivor-centric care, and support for women's organizations

Every day, women of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds become victims of online harassment and abuse in the form of trolling, bullying, hacking, cyber pornography

No amount of activism is enough to bring an end to gender-based violence when women’s and girls’ lives are considered less than that of their male counterparts.

What forces abused women to return to live with their tormentors even after repeated incidents of domestic violence?

Why is it taking so long to implement High Court directive to stop sexual harassment?

The patriarchal system gives men the privilege to claim convenience over ensuring women’s security

The value of a female is largely determined by what she can offer to her family and society