Bangladesh Coalition on Youth, Peace and Security

07/02/2026

Ready to lead for peace?

We are now accepting applications for the She Leads for Peace Summer School 2026**,** a unique opportunity to join a global community of women committed to peace and security.

Through experiential learning and practical exercises, participants build leadership skills, explore career pathways, and connect with peers and experts from around the world.

🤝Swipe to hear what past participants gained from the programme.

🔗‍️Apply before 22 February: https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/she-leads-peace-summer-school-geneva-2026

06/02/2026

The Women's Refugee Commission (WRC) is accepting applications for the Futures: Gender, Displacement, and Justice Fellowship.

This is an 8-month, remote research fellowship for women researchers working at the intersection of , , and systems. The program is grounded in participatory, approaches and centers the knowledge and leadership of displaced women themselves.

Fellows will develop original research with financial support, mentorship from WRC staff, and peer learning within a small research cohort. There are also opportunities to publish findings and present them through WRC platforms.

WRC is particularly interested in applicants who bring lived experience of displacement, forced migration, or statelessness, and who are committed to community-centered research. Research themes can range from protection and gender-based violence, to reproductive health and bodily autonomy, to gender-inclusive self-reliance and systems-level justice.

Research focusing on contexts such as , , /Pakistan, the , , America, and communities is especially welcomed.

deadline: February 9th, 2026

Apply to Humanitarian Futures: Gender, Displacement, and Justice Fellowship at Women's Refugee Commission in Remote.

05/01/2026

Peace, justice & strong institutions are key to achieving the by 2030.

See how you can to help:
🌐 http://un.org/actnow

31/12/2025

From eradicating smallpox to healing the ozone layer to preventing a third world war, over the last 80 years the UN has led the way to some of humanity’s greatest triumphs.

At the General Assembly in September, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reminded member countries:

“The only way forward is together.”

19/12/2025

09/12/2025

This December, we mark 10 years of UNSCR 2250 — a milestone for the global Youth, Peace & Security agenda. 🕊️✨

Next week on 15 December, we’re convening a high-level stocktaking event at UN Headquarters to:

🔹 Elevate youth leadership
🔹 Reflect on global progress from the anniversary year
🔹 Renew political commitment for the decade ahead

📍 Trusteeship Council Chamber, UNHQ New York

🗓️ 15 December 2025 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm ET

🔗 Virtual participation also available online

Want to join in person? Submit your RSVP by 10 December: https://forms.office.com/e/0eRyFQvwZx

Please note that space is limited and confirmation is required.

In collaboration with: UNFPA and United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

09/10/2025

Congratulations to Bangladesh- Elected as President of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference.
H.E. Mr. Khondker M. Talha, Ambassador of Bangladesh to France and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, has been elected President of UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference marking a historic milestone in the country’s 53 years of membership with UNESCO.

This milestone reflects Bangladesh’s growing leadership in education, culture, the sciences (natural and social), communication and information sectors on the global stage.

07/10/2025

"In this age of the rule of brute force, it is almost impossible for anyone to believe that anyone else could possibly reject the law of final supremacy of brute force".

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.

ℹ https://www.un.org/en/observances/non-violence-day

21/09/2025

Today is International Peace Day, and never has the world needed peace more 🕊️
Fostering peace contributes to the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals, and is the foundation for fundamental rights and freedom for all.

Fighting 🌎👫 global inequality, ⚖️injustice, and advancing 🌱sustainable development, 🕊️peace, 🔒security as well as ✊human rights and human dignity are long-standing core priorities for peaceful earth!

We must work together to resolve existing conflicts, address their root causes and promote peace so that refugees can return home safely. 🕊️🌍

Around the world lives are being ripped apart, childhoods extinguished, and basic human dignity discarded, amidst the cruelty and degradations of war.

2025 Theme: Act Now for a Peaceful World
In a time of turbulence, tumult, and uncertainty, it is critical for everyone to take concrete action to mobilize for peace.

From peacekeepers on the front lines of conflict, to community members, to students in classrooms around the world, everyone has a role to play. We must speak up against violence, hate, discrimination, and inequality; practice respect; and embrace the diversity of our world.

There are many ways to act right now. Spark conversations about the urgent need for understanding, non-violence, and disarmament. Volunteer in your community, listen to voices different from your own, challenge discriminatory language in your workplace, report bullying both online and off-line, and take the time to verify facts before you post on social media.

You can also speak up with your choices, opting to purchase items from socially-conscious brands, or donating to organizations that promote sustainability and human rights.

The United Nations also works in each of these areas, leading global efforts to advance human rights, fight climate change, and prevent and respond to conflict.

22/08/2025

United Nations in Bangladesh 🌟 CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! 🌟

Are you a young changemaker eager to shape Bangladesh’s future?
Youth Voice Mechanism (YVM) is a national initiative led by Ministry of Youth and Sports and United Nations in Bangladesh to co-create a youth-led platform for inclusive governance. YVM is being co-designed with the youth, for the youth - especially those from marginalized, indigenous, rural, and underrepresented communities. Join us in the YVM Divisional Workshops where we are creating space for honest dialogue, policy input and shared solutions.
📅 Divisional Workshop Dates:
• Sylhet Division: 1 September 2025
• Chattogram Division: 7 September 2025
• Khulna Division: 14 September 2025
• Rajshahi Division: 19 September 2025
• Dhaka Division: 25 September 2025
🔗 Apply now: https://forms.gle/rYNAyGBS3QGcK96f6
📅 Apply by: 26 August 2025
Let’s build a better future—together.

12/08/2025

🌟 Celebrating International Youth Day 2025! 🌟

This , we celebrate young changemakers worldwide who are driving progress from the ground up! From climate action to digital innovation, youth are building more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient communities.

📢 This year’s theme, “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond," highlights how young people are turning the Sustainable Development Goals into reality in their neighborhoods, schools, and cities. Their creativity and leadership are essential to building inclusive policies and achieving a better future for all.

💡 Bangladesh Coalition on Youth, Peace and Security stands with youth by supporting them through peacebuilding, Interreligious Dialogue with Coffee, conflict resolution and skills development, amplifying their voices in policy-making, supporting youth-led innovations, and fostering inclusive spaces for collaboration. Together, we’re ensuring young people have the tools and opportunities to lead.

🚀 Join us in celebrating youth power! Share how you or young leaders in your community are taking action.

28/07/2025

🌍 Share Your Voice for Peace! 🕊️

Are you part of a local organisation working to build peace and support displaced communities? Whether you're a youth group, refugee-led organisation, women’s network, faith-based initiative, or civil society actor, your experience matters.

UNHCR and UPEACE are collecting stories and insights from grassroots actors across the globe as part of the Regional Stocktaking Dialogue Series, titled “Local Solutions for Peaceful Coexistence.” This is your chance to share what’s working on the ground and help shape future global peacebuilding efforts.

The findings will also be shared in a publication that will be launched at UNHCR’s High-Level Officials Meeting in December 2025.

📣 Deadline: 31 July 2025
👉 Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4m778b8

Let’s make your voice heard where it counts. 💬

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