Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor Dr Md Akhtaruzzaman has urged the university’s Department of Women and Gender Studies to set up a research center after the name of Bangamata Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib.
“Bangamata Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib inspired Bangabandhu to build a society with gender equality. If a research centre is established, it will help students study Bangamata’s philosophy and ideology on women progress and gender equality,” said Akhtaruzzaman.
He made the remarks at a webinar held recently titled “Bangabandhu’s thoughts on Gender and Development”, organised by Women and Gender Studies department marking the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, said a university press release. Social Science faculty Dean Dr Sadeka Halim addressed the webinar as special guest, with Chairmen of the department Dr Sanzida Akhter in the chair.
The DU VC said the present government, under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been implementing various projects to ensure empowerment of women and establish their rights.
