Culture of impunity fuels violence; urgent accountability needed: speakers at the opening of the 16 Days of Activism
ActionAid Bangladesh has launched the 16-days of Activism campaign to end gender-based violence, calling for a safe city for women and girls. As part of the global observance, a day-long programme was organised today, Wednesday, at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka under the theme "Safe City, Fearless Women".
The programme opened with a live outdoor performance and installation series titled "Stories of Courage" in the open courtyard of Shilpakala Academy. The exhibition highlighted women’s stories of courage and resilience. This was followed by a powerful indoor theatrical production titled "Echoes of Her Life" at the Chitrashala Auditorium. The play depicted the real-life experiences of harassment and insecurity faced by women in public transport, public spaces and service in...