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Workshops: International Youth Day in Bangladesh

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Impact

  • 200 Attendees

  • Aug 3, 2023

  • SDG 4

  • Dhaka, Bangladesh

Impact
Overview

On August 4, 2023, Light to Life and YASD hosted 200 attendees in Dhaka for International Youth Day, focusing on mental health, climate action, and youth inclusion through policy discussions and workshops.

Our partners

Logo featuring a light bulb with a human figure inside, and the text 'Light to Life' on a dark gradient background.
Logo for Youth Action for Social Development (YASD) featuring a stylized human figure in red and the organization name.
Group of young women and girls holding posters at an event celebrating International Youth Day, with a red banner in the background.

Group of young women and girls holding posters at an event celebrating International Youth Day, with a red banner in the background.

Group of young adults and teenagers posing for a photo in a classroom celebrating International Youth Day with a red poster in the background.

Group of young adults and teenagers posing for a photo in a classroom celebrating International Youth Day with a red poster in the background.

Group of women participating in International Youth Day event, holding a sign with a cartoon girl and a blood-stained bandage, in front of a red banner with animated characters and the message "# SRHR for All".

Group of women participating in International Youth Day event, holding a sign with a cartoon girl and a blood-stained bandage, in front of a red banner with animated characters and the message "# SRHR for All".

A man standing next to a wall with the logo and name of ASD, Youth Action For Social Development, in red text.

A man standing next to a wall with the logo and name of ASD, Youth Action For Social Development, in red text.

Project Team

  • Anil Wasif, Director of Strategy, BacharLorai

  • Aftab Ahmed, Director of Policy Research

  • Labib Tazone Utshab, Founder and Technical Advisor of Light to Life

SDG Alignment

Icon representing sustainable development goal 4: Quality Education, featuring an open book and a pen on a red background.

Target 4.4
Substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs, and entrepreneurship.

Target 4.7
Promote sustainable development education, including human rights, gender equality, and a culture of peace.

Context

The International Youth Day 2023, hosted by Light to Life in collaboration with BacharLorai, centered on building 'Green Skills' among youths to prepare them for a sustainable future. Aftab Ahmed, BacharLorai’s Director of Policy Research, played a prominent role in leading workshops and discussions focused on youth empowerment, mental health, and sustainable development. Over 200 youths nationwide participated in the weeklong event, which included the "United in Mind" workshop on mental wellness, as well as a free eye screening session in partnership with Prime Bank Eye Hospital, reflecting BacharLorai's commitment to accessible healthcare for underserved communities.

Ahmed also contributed to a session exploring the intersection of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and climate change, showcasing BacharLorai's integrated approach to health education and environmental advocacy. The Green Skills Workshop in Jashore Shimulia further highlighted the importance of sustainability and eco-consciousness in youth education, aligning with BacharLorai's policy research initiatives. Labib Tazone Utshab, Founder of Light to Life, reinforced the shared vision of empowering an educated and proactive younger generation.