Garlands around their necks, broad smiles on their faces, motorbikes revving behind them, and a crowd of cheerleaders to welcome them—as if justice has finally prevailed with their innocence established. Only, it hasn't

On 10 May, a man brutally assaulted two women with a belt in full public view at the Munshiganj river terminal

In rural areas, gender-based violence traps women in a cycle of abuse, fear, and systemic neglect.

This case is yet another tragic example of how unsafe this country is for women.

Trigger Warning: This article mentions sexual and domestic abuse, trauma, and issues of mental health