After a tragic fire at a garment factory, the Bangladeshi government passed the Accord on Fire and Building Safety. While the reform has been successful in preventing more tragedies, its future is uncertain. Ahead of the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on April 7th, Online Editor Ritika Iyer argues that the accord should be protected. On November […]
Why male inclusion in female advancement matters for international development
Studies consistently show that when women succeed, their communities see high rates of return across many areas. Boys need to be included in female empowerment programs, however, for these efforts to be successful, as their buy-in is key for dismantling the sexism and rigid gender roles that hold girls back. There is enormous growth potential […]