Marginalised communities

Economist Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya. File photo: UNB
Bangladesh

Vulnerabilities from the times of democratic deficit still persist: Debapriya

“If reforms take place but do not improve the conditions of disadvantaged people, what purpose do these reforms serve for the public?” he asked

Is the proposed social safety budget adequate for marginalised communities?
Thoughts

Is the proposed social safety budget adequate for marginalised communities?

Addressing the needs of marginalised communities remains a hindrance to achieving SDGs
Thoughts

Addressing the needs of marginalised communities remains a hindrance to achieving SDGs

Communal violence on 15 July 2022 in Narail left many homeless. Victims from marginalised communities are often fearful of taking legal steps, fearing for their lives and further attacks.
Thoughts

Why victim and witness protection mechanism is imperative

The urban poor often lack basic infrastructure, sanitation, and access to clean water, which may lead to health issues and a lower standard of living.
Thoughts

The invisible ones: Marginalised demographic groups in the urban area

Rafid Al Zahur’s photo amplifies the phenomenon of death by drowning among children in slums. Photo: Rafid Al Zahur
Mode

Needle, Thread and a Splash of Water: A platform for Beraid’s women community

Photo: Noor A Alam
Panorama

The story of a people through the story of their language

Wildfire burns the bushes, shrubs and copies of the Shal Gajari and young wild animals get killed. Rangtia forest has also lost density due to illegal logging. Photo: Mumit M
Panorama

Of promises and marginalised communities: The Koch and Bangalee who volunteer to protect Rangtia forestland

In Bangladesh, marginalised communities are discriminated against but without redress. Pictured here is a Chakma home, torched in an arson attack in 2017 in Rangamati. Photo: Reuter
Panorama

‘Anti-discrimination law meaningless if culprits cannot be punished’

Govt support for the marginalised during pandemic inadequate: Study
Bangladesh

Govt support for the marginalised during pandemic inadequate: Study

Marginalised communities deprived of access to govt services: TIB study
Bangladesh

Marginalised communities deprived of access to govt services: TIB study