Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh

Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh
A webinar featuring Nijera Kori

March 4, 2021
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST

Featuring

Khushi Kabir, Nijera Kori
David Bruer, Inter Pares

A recording of the webinar is available, below.

As we prepare to mark International Women’s Day, we invite you to join us for Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori, long-term Inter Pares counterpart.

Gender-based violence in Bangladesh is pervasive, transcending class, religion and age. Religious fundamentalism has exacerbated the assertion that women must not leave home, girls should marry young, and gender-based violence should be tolerated. Alarmingly, violence starts at a young age and girls frequently experience sexual harassment in schools. 

In response, Nijera Kori, Inter Pares’ long-term counterpart, is mobilizing youth to challenge gender norms and patriarchal practices. On March 4th, join us for a conversation with Khushi Kabir, renowned Bangladeshi feminist and founder of Nijera Kori. We’ll take a closer look at sexual and gender-based violence in Bangladesh, and learn more about the creative ways youth are organizing to secure a more just future for themselves, and their communities. 

Inter Pares acknowledges Global Affairs Canada for their financial support for the Building Momentum for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights program.

Watching Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori