Lessons learnt as we rise from the ashes of our past

The student movement’s ability to inspire people to stand up to a vicious oppressor was truly remarkable.

The country needs a new political settlement among the key actors, currently critically important in Bangladesh’s politics.

The interim government should call for a plebiscite along with a reform agenda and estimated timeframe to achieve them.

Mamo, along with her colleagues, consistently supported the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, even joining the protests in the streets.

While challenges remain, there is a unique opportunity to reform and progress toward a better democracy.

Those who were involved in stealing funds from the country must be held accountable.

This victory has come at the cost of hundreds of lives of overwhelmingly young people, mostly students.