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The Study Dissemination session of the Just Transition Convention Bangladesh 2025 on ‘Climate Change Impacts on the RMG, Leather, Leather Goods and Footwear Sectors: Implications for Workers and Industry with Pathways to a Just Transition’-showcased critical research on climate vulnerability and workplace risks in Bangladesh’s RMG, Leather, Leather Goods, and Footwear sectors. The session was led

The Just Transition Convention Bangladesh 2025 opened on 24 September 2025 in a solemn and hopeful spirit with the National Anthem of Bangladesh, uniting government, trade unions, employers, and international partners around a simple promise: no worker will be left behind in the climate, energy, and technology-driven transition. Presiding over the ceremony, Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Adviser, Bangladesh

On 26th August 2025, representatives from the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) and the Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC) conducted inspections at four tannery factories to assess workplace safety, labour rights, and management practices.Discussions were also held on the formation of Safety Committees and Anti-Harassment Committees in each factory.The Bangladesh

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized a Monthly Meeting with the Keraniganj Trade Union Executive Committee (EC) on 19 August 2025 at the CCD Center, Keraniganj. The EC members discussed: Strengthening trade union leadership & structures Improving dues collection & accountability Effective grievance reporting & handling Awareness on Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) & Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

On 11 August, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized a National Dialogue on the Recommendations of the Labour Reform Commission (LRC) regarding Child Labour, Adolescent Workers, and Forced Labour  — with a focus on apriority based action plan for implementation. With the support from Mondiaal FNV, the event highlighted three key reasons why addressing child labour

Young trade union leaders from across sectors gathered for a dynamic workshop to address key recommendations from the Labour Reform Commission concerning child labour, forced labour, and modern slavery. The workshop was held on 22 July 2025 in Dhaka with support from Mondiaal FNV. The event saw active engagement from youth and women trade union leaders

On 23 July 2025, Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) organized a workshop in Dhaka under the Child Labour Elimination Platform (CLEP), engaging 21 CSOs and development organizations. The session focused on the current child labour situation, the Labour Reform Commission’s recommendations, and how CSOs can contribute to national efforts. Child labour remains a serious concern in

Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) participated in a study dissemination program titled “Addressing Modern Slavery and Child Labour in Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) Sector,” organized by GoodWeave International on 15 July 2025. This interactive event brought together national and international stakeholders to discuss recent research findings on the scale and root causes of modern slavery and

A set of recommendations has been submitted to the Labour Reform Commission to eliminate child labour in Bangladesh. To take a step forward in implementing these recommendations, Bangladesh Labour Foundation organized a workshop on National Child Labour Situation, Labour Reform Commission’s Recommendations on Child Labour Elimination, and the Role of Trade Unions. With support from Mondiaal

A two-days long training on Chemical Management and Restricted Substance Handling was successfully organized by Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) with tannery workers on 27–28 June 2025, under the SMEP project. This initiative aims to build workers’ awareness and capacity to handle hazardous substances safely, promote better occupational health practices, and support a just and sustainable transition in