Category: BDFA Blog
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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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How the Bangladeshi Media Sensationalises Gender-Based Violence
Written by Ahona Aroni Hassan and Mayabee Arannya Bangladeshi media – newspapers, TV news and online portals often dramatize GBV cases, competing with each other to disclose the most personal details of survivors. The purpose of news is no longer just to inform but to entertain. This fuels victim-blaming, reinforces harmful stereotypes, and spreads misinformation.…
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