Category: BDFA Blog
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Women as Commodities: The Intersection of Gender, Labor, and Capitalism in Bangladesh
Written by Fairuj Fariha When viewed through the lens of Marxist feminism, capitalism’s role in the commercialization of women becomes apparent. Women’s labor and bodies are reduced to mere commodities that can be bought, sold, and exploited for profit. In a capitalist society, women’s labor, whether in the home or the workplace, is undervalued and…
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Bangladeshi Authorities Want to Rename Rape Instead of Addressing It: This Is Outrageous
Written by Tanveer Anoy This is beyond outrageous. Instead of fixing the rampant sexual violence, the culture of impunity, and the flawed legal system, Bangladeshi authorities are more concerned with softening the word rape because it “sounds unpleasant.” What kind of twisted priorities are these? Survivors are fighting for justice, and the government’s response is…
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Revisiting the Arabi Islam Suba Case: How an 11-Year-Old Girl Sparked a Media Uproar & Exposed Bangladesh’s Darkest Realities
Written by Nusaiba Tasfiat Islam Introduction On February 2nd, images of an 11-year-old girl began circulating on social media with the word “Missing.” When her father, Md. Razib, reported the sudden disappearance of his only daughter, it sparked national outrage. This came amidst a surge in cases of kidnapping, rape, and child endangerment, highlighting the…
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