AGO, UNDP introduce internship for young law graduates
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) of Bangladesh, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), launched the inaugural AGO Internship Programme 2025 today at the Attorney General's Office, Supreme Court.
This initiative marks the first time the AGO is offering a structured, early-career platform to mentor exceptional law graduates from leading universities across the country.
The programme aims to develop competent, ethical, and results-oriented legal professionals who will contribute to judicial reform, institutional strengthening, and the modernisation of prosecution services. Its overarching theme, "Youth Contribution to Justice Reform in Bangladesh," reflects the commitment to nurturing the next generation of justice leaders.
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Md Asaduzzaman, the Honourable Attorney General for Bangladesh, who chaired the event, said: "We want legal minds who understand what the law is, how it is applied, and how it serves justice. That vision drives this internship programme to build a new generation of capable and confident legal professionals for Bangladesh."
The Chief Guest, Dr Asif Nazrul, Law Adviser to the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, commended UNDP for launching this pioneering initiative.
"Young people are the future of our nation, and this programme is an excellent way to nurture the next generation of legal minds. I hope to see more universities, especially those with fewer opportunities, participate in this initiative in the future."
Stefan Liller, Resident Representative of UNDP Bangladesh, said:"Bangladesh stands at a remarkable demographic juncture, with over 30% of its population under 25. This youthful majority is not only the future but also the driving force of the present. Their energy and ideals are powerful assets for transformation in the justice sector."
He added that the programme is supported by the Government of Sweden and implemented in collaboration with the Attorney General's Office and UNDP.
H E Nicolas Weeks, Ambassador of Sweden, said: "Investing in the next generation of legal professionals is not only timely but essential. Sweden is proud to support justice sector reform in Bangladesh and warmly welcomes the launch of this programme."
H E Håkon Arald Gulbrandsen, Ambassador of Norway, said: "The rule of law is fundamental to maintaining public trust in the legal system. Strengthening professionalism within the prosecution service is crucial, and this internship programme is an important step toward that goal."
The 2025 cohort introduced 25 young legal interns — including 12 women and 13 men — from Dhaka University, Rajshahi University, North South University, and BRAC University. A delegation of Swedish and Norwegian youth politicians attended the event and participated in a panel discussion on youth engagement in justice reform. Another session focused on contemporary legal issues, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and the role of legal clinics in advancing prosecutorial tools.
The launch of this youth justice programme represents a bold investment in Bangladesh's future legal leadership, uniting young lawyers, senior practitioners, academia, and international partners around a shared vision of a more just, inclusive, and resilient Bangladesh.
