UNOPS Bangladesh

29/05/2026

🔹 Women Peacekeepers: Breaking Barriers, Building Peace

Today, on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, we celebrate the dedication, courage, and leadership of peacekeepers serving in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

In this video, Lt Col Farzana Bashar Liza, afwc, psc, Arty, Instructor at BIPSOT and a female peacekeeper, shares what it means to have access to a dedicated training facility designed to support women preparing for deployment.

Through the “Enhancement of the Capacity of BIPSOT to Train Female Peacekeepers” project, implemented by UNOPS and supported by the Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF), a dedicated accommodation facility is being developed at BIPSOT to strengthen training capacity and remove barriers that can limit women’s participation.

As we honour UN peacekeepers today, we also reaffirm the importance of investing in the systems and infrastructure that help make peacekeeping more inclusive, representative, and effective.

🎥 Hear directly from Lt Col Farzana Bashar Liza on why this initiative matters.

27/05/2026

🌙✨ Eid Ul Adha Mubarak from UNOPS Bangladesh

As we celebrate the spirit of sacrifice, compassion, and solidarity, UNOPS Bangladesh extends warm wishes to all our partners, stakeholders, and communities.

May this blessed occasion bring peace, prosperity, and renewed hope for a more inclusive and sustainable future for all.

27/05/2026

🎥🌆 “Architecture has the power to shape not only skylines, but the way people live, connect, and thrive.”

🌱 In this special jury feature for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition, hear from Architect Dr. Abu Sayeed M Ahmed, President of Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB), as he shares his thoughts on sustainable urban futures, responsible design, and the importance of nurturing young talent to rethink Dhaka for generations to come.

As an honourable member of the jury panel, he highlights why innovative and climate-conscious ideas are essential in building cities that are resilient, inclusive, and people-centered.

🎓 To all participating teams — your ideas can inspire the next chapter of urban transformation in Bangladesh.

▶️ Watch the full interview and hear from one of the leading voices in architecture and urban design.

26/05/2026

🏗️🌍 Reimagining Construction in a Climate-Vulnerable Bangladesh

In a newly published op-ed, Md. Nazrul Islam, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Public Works, Government of Bangladesh; Sudhir Muralidharan, Country Manager, UNOPS, Bangladesh and Bhutan; and Celia Martinez Juez, Programme Management Officer, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), highlight why sustainable and climate-resilient construction is critical for Bangladesh’s future.

Reflecting on Bangladesh’s participation at the Sustainable Buildings & Construction Summit 2026 in Lausanne, Switzerland, the article explores the need for low-carbon materials, resilient infrastructure and stronger global partnerships to build greener and more future-ready cities.

📖 Read the full op-ed:

The next chapter of Bangladesh’s growth story will depend not only on how much infrastructure is built, but on how sustainably and resiliently it is built

25/05/2026

🎥🏙️ What does it take to design cities that are sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready?

🌱 In this special jury feature for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition, hear from Dr. S. M. Najmul Imam, Professor and Head of the Department of Architecture at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), as he shares his perspective on the role of architecture and urban innovation in addressing the challenges of tomorrow.

As a member of the esteemed jury panel, he reflects on the importance of creativity, critical thinking, and climate-conscious design in shaping the future of Dhaka.

🎓 For young designers and innovators, this is more than a competition — it is an opportunity to imagine meaningful change.

▶️ Watch the full interview and get inspired.

23/05/2026

📊 Strengthening inclusive development through data.

UNOPS Bangladesh, in collaboration with Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), organized an “Advocacy Session on Gender-Segregated Data Collection” under the Accelerate SDG Localization in Bangladesh project.

The session brought together government representatives, local authorities, civil society organizations, and development stakeholders to advance the collection and use of gender-segregated data for SDG localization.

Focusing on SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions), the initiative aims to strengthen evidence-based policymaking, improve localized SDG reporting, and ensure that no one is left behind.

Read the press release here: https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/4zwzdwzjfe

21/05/2026

⏳ Good news for all participating teams!

Due to overwhelming interest and requests from students across Bangladesh, the submission deadline for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition has been extended until 25 May 2026, 11:59 PM.

🌆🌱This is your opportunity to refine your ideas, push creativity further, and help shape a more sustainable future for Dhaka.

🚀 Don’t miss your chance to compete for prizes worth BDT 10 lakh and showcase your vision on a national platform.

🔗 Learn more: TransformingBuiltEnvironmentBangladesh.com

20/05/2026

🎥🌍 “Architecture is not just about buildings — it is about people, climate, and the future we choose to create.”

In this special jury feature for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition, hear from Architect Marina Tabassum, one of Bangladesh’s most celebrated architects.

🌱🏙️ A two-time recipient of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, named among TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024, and honoured with the Ekushey Padak 2026 for her outstanding contribution to architecture — her work continues to inspire globally while remaining deeply rooted in people, place, and sustainability.

As an esteemed member of the jury panel, she shares powerful reflections on climate-conscious design, the responsibility of young architects and planners, and why innovative thinking is essential for the future of Dhaka.

▶️ Watch the full interview and be inspired by one of the leading voices in architecture today.

19/05/2026

🏙️ Dhaka’s future is being imagined today — and the conversation starts here.

What does sustainable urban development really mean for a rapidly growing city like Dhaka? In this insightful jury feature, Md Ashraful Islam, Chief Town Planner of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK), shares his perspective on the importance of climate-responsive planning, smarter urban growth, and empowering young innovators to think beyond conventional solutions. 🌱

As part of the jury panel for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition, he reflects on the role of visionary ideas in creating cities that are not only functional — but resilient, inclusive, and future-ready.

🎥 Watch the interview and discover why the next big idea for Dhaka could come from today’s students.

13/05/2026

🎥✨ “Great cities are shaped by bold ideas.”

What does it take to design a future-ready Dhaka? 🌆🌱

In this special jury feature for the Carbon Conscious Urban Design Idea Competition organized by UNOPS and Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK), hear from Architect Mohammad Foyez Ullah, Founder and Principal Architect of Volumezero Limited, as he shares his insights on sustainable urban design, innovation, and the importance of empowering young minds to rethink the future of our cities.

As one of the esteemed jurors of the competition, his perspective highlights why climate-conscious and people-centered design matters more than ever.

🎓 To all participating teams — this is your opportunity to turn vision into impact.

▶️ Watch the full interview and get inspired.