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From 2nd March to 8th March 2026, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) ran a week-long online campaign marking International Women’s Day through a series of social media posts and videos. In order to ensure that women have safe, dignified, and respectable workplaces, the campaign sought to increase public awareness, provide voice to workers, and rally support. […]

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized an awareness-focused discussion highlighting the harsh realities of child labour in Bangladesh, particularly within the informal economy. Speakers came together to discuss how millions of children are still at risk because of invisibility, a lack of regulations, and lax enforcement.   Breaking the wall of informality The campaign focused on

On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), in collaboration with the IBC Women’s Committee, organized a discussion meeting at the National Press Club. Ensuring Safe and Dignified Workplaces The discussion emphasized how crucial it is to establish workplaces free from prejudice, fear, and inequity for women. Speakers emphasized that workplace

As part of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) and Gender Platform Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Keraniganj Trade Union, organized a rally and road march in Keraniganj with active participation from local garment workers. The initiative aimed to strengthen awareness and collective commitment to preventing gender-based violence, harassment,

A discussion session and rally were held with tannery workers at the Tannery Workers Union office, jointly organized by Gender Platform Bangladesh and Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF). The initiative is part of BLF’s long-standing commitment to protecting tannery workers’ rights and strengthening awareness on workplace safety, dignity, and gender equality. Focus on Preventing Violence Against

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the webinar titled “Safe Spaces, Empowered Voices: Combating Digital Violence Against Women Workers.” The event was organized as part of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and served as a vital platform to address the growing risks of technology-facilitated gender-based

On World Human Rights Day, Gender Platform Bangladesh brought together activists, workers, and community members at Manik Mia Avenue for a candlelight gathering to stand against digital and workplace violence targeting women. This symbolic act was organized as part of the global 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Symbol of Solidarity The soft

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign concluded with a powerful call to action on Human Rights Day. In alignment with this year’s global theme, “UNiTE to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls,” Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), in association with Gender Platform Bangladesh, organized a Cycle Rally to amplify awareness and

As world leaders meet at COP30 in Brazil, hundreds of young people, workers, and climate-affected communities marched in Dhaka demanding climate justice and a Just Transition that prioritizes people over profit. Organized by YouthNet Global, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), National Alliance for Just Transition Bangladesh (NAJTB), and Bangladesh Institute of Labor Studies (BILS), the strike

The Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) recently organized a webinar titled “Just Transition and Climate Change in the Labour Market of Bangladesh” to address the growing climate crisis threatening workers. Moderated by Yasin Arafat (Senior Programme Officer, BLF), the event featured keynote presentation from Md. Mohinuddin (Research Lead, BLF) and insights from panelists: Mir Mohammad Ali