ULAB Yes Club organized a panel discussion program titled "Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow" on the campus in Dhaka on Thursday.
The program aimed to raise awareness and was attended by hundreds of ULAB students who were eager to learn about the importance of gender equality in the modern world, according to a press release.
The panel discussion was graced by Bangladeshi film actress Nazifa Tushi who joined as the chief guest.
Nadira Sultana, a representative of Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) and Gender Focal at GenGov Platform, was the chief discussant.
Speaking on the occasion, Nadira Sultana emphasized the misuse of power and the necessity of good governance in promoting gender equality. "We need to ensure good governance and accountability to create a society where everyone, regardless of their gender, has equal opportunities and is treated with respect," she said.
During the discussion, Nazifa Tushi highlighted that gender equality is not just about women's rights, but about equal rights for all genders.
She emphasized that we need to promote gender equality in every aspect of our lives, be it in the workplace, education, or society as a whole.
"We need to make sure that everyone, regardless of their gender, is given equal opportunities and treated with respect," she added.
Md Huzzatul Islam, deputy program coordinator of TIB, also joined the session and shared his thoughts on the importance of gender equality in our society.
CourtesyThe ULAB Yes Club is a club under the co-curricular office of ULAB and patronized by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). The “Yes” in the club's name stands for Youth Engagement and Support and aims to promote awareness about good governance and engage students in activities that contribute to positive change in society.
At the end of the program, Nazifa Tushi was presented with a crest by the ULAB Yes Club as a token of appreciation for her contribution to the event. There was also a cultural session where participants showcased their talents and celebrated the spirit of gender equality.
The ULAB Yes Club's open-door discussion program on gender equality was a significant step toward promoting gender equality in our society.
As Rayhan Kabir Shuvro, the club president, said in his vote of thanks: "We need to continue to have these discussions and work towards creating a society where everyone has equal opportunities and is treated with respect."
The program ended on a positive note, leaving the attendees feeling inspired to work toward a society where gender equality is a reality.