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Youth Lead the Way in Celebrating Language and Cultural Pride Across Bangladesh

March 10, 2025

Across schools, community centers, and open spaces in 23 districts, over 350 children and young people came together this February to celebrate International Mother Language Day — not through formal…

Nationwide Campaign by Youth for Policy Raises Awareness on Sexual Harassment in Schools

March 6, 2025

Sexual harassment is a critical issue that often goes unaddressed, especially in educational settings where students might not fully understand what constitutes harassment or how to protect themselves. To combat…

From Forgotten Scripts to Pride and Belonging: Indigenous Students Reclaim Their Language

February 28, 2025

On International Mother Language Day, over 300 indigenous students in Khagrachhari rediscovered the power of their mother tongue through poetry, art, and storytelling. Held at Chengi Ideal School, the Indigenous…

Youth for Policy Strengthens Approaches Through Learning & Sharing Meeting

February 16, 2025

A virtual Learning and Sharing Meeting on the January Monthly Campaign, Reforming Bangladesh with Inclusive Education, was held on February 16, 2025. The meeting brought together 50 Youth for Policy…

From Demands to Reforms: Youth Voices Drive Gender Equality Agenda in Bangladesh

February 15, 2025

IID and Youth for Policy call for urgent action to reform discriminatory laws and ensure women’s rightful place in Bangladesh’s democratic transition. In a significant policy submission to the Women’s…

Youth Organizations Unite to Advocate for Women’s Rights and Equality

January 27, 2025

Recognizing the urgent need to address gender-based disparities and create a more inclusive society, the Women’s Affairs Reform Commission, in collaboration with the Joyita Foundation, organized a landmark policy dialogue…

Empowering Local Governance for Education and Crisis Response

January 23, 2025

A groundbreaking initiative to strengthen local governance for improved education and disaster response was unveiled at WaterAid Bangladesh’s Stakeholder Consultation Workshop on Local Government Reform. The event highlighted the critical…

IID and Youth for Policy Condemn Attack on Indigenous Students, Calls for Justice and Sustainable Educational Reforms

January 16, 2025

Dhaka, January 16, 2025 – Institute of Informatics and Development (IID) and Youth for Policy strongly condemn the violent attack on indigenous students and protesters in front of the National…

Cyber Protection Ordinance 2024: Safeguard or Threat? Experts Call for Amendment

January 12, 2025

The Proposed Cyber Protection Ordinance 2024 must emphasize inclusivity, transparency, and accountability to protect the rights of all citizens, particularly marginalized communities. Clear provisions, robust safeguards, and meaningful stakeholder engagement…

Youth for Policy Announces 2025 Committees Across Bangladesh

January 6, 2025

Youth for Policy (YfP) has officially announced the formation of its Executive Committees for 2025, marking a significant step in empowering the youth of Bangladesh to engage actively in the…

Youth for Policy Executive Committee Charts Ambitious Path for 2025

December 23, 2024

The Youth for Policy (YfP) Executive Committee is committed to driving youth leadership, policy advocacy, and inclusive development in 2025, focusing on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and empowering marginalized communities.…

Youth Policy Summit 2024- A Vision for an Inclusive Bangladesh

December 22, 2024

The Youth Policy Summit 2024, organized by the Institute of Informatics and Development (IID) and Youth for Policy (YfP), took place on December 21-22, 2024, at the Bangla Academy in…