Dhaka, March 27 -- A call for greater inclusivity in digital and civic spaces and the need to combat gender disinformation resonated strongly at a networking meeting of civil society organizations (CSOs) hosted by Voices for Interactive Choice and Empowerment (VOICE) at the YWCA of Bangladesh training centre in the capital.

Participants emphasized the importance of ensuring that civic space is not dominated by the majority but remains open to all, in line with the global principle of "Leave No One Behind" (LNOB).

Discussions highlighted the long-standing marginalization of indigenous communities across different regimes in Bangladesh. Participants underscored the urgency of building awareness among law enforcement agencies and embedding...