Gender inequality in Bangladesh: Engaging men and boys to close the gap

Unlocking Jobs and Opportunity for Women in Bangladesh

“Lately, we see the term “empowerment” thrown around a lot, often tied to personal amplification and individual agendas. But for me, empowerment is about building spaces where connection thrives, where voices from every generation are heard, valued, and woven into the collective narrative of our community. With FOBANA 2025 around the corner, I’ve been reflecting on my time serving as the Federation Of Bangladeshi Associations in North America (FOBANA) ’s Women Empowerment Chairperson. Over two d

From leadership and personal stories to female empowerment and Bangladeshi pride, we had an incredible time this past weekend getting to know the hearts and minds of all our beautiful delegates on a closer level. The private interview round always provides a unique opportunity for us to connect with these girls and truly understand their journeys. Hearing about the worlds of these women, who all come from different walks of life, is truly inspiring. We’re immensely proud of all our delegates for