Monthly Archives: August 2013

Round-table Discussion on International Youth Day – 4 August 2013

In observance of Int’l Youth Day, UNIC Dhaka, LIFE (NGO) and Arohon (Youth Group) jointly organized a round table discussion on 4 August 2013 at UNDP Conference room. The Youth Icon of Bangladesh and Mount Everest Conqueror M. A. Muhit was special guest while UNFPA Youth Focal Point and Senior Economist Tauhid Alam presented the key note paper. In his speech, Mr Muhit motivated the youngsters for achieving the targets by community work and dedication. UNIC Officer-in-Charge Kazi Ali Reza asked the young participants for doing the good works through volunteerism while presiding over the session. The round table discussion was moderated by UNIC KMO Mohammad Moniruzzaman. Around 100 youth participated in the event. Continue reading

Week-long Awareness Campaign on Road Safety – 1 August 2013

In line with the UN Global Road Safety Week, UNIC Dhaka, LIFE (NGO) and Arohon (Youth Movement) jointly organized a Week-long Awareness Campaign on Road Safety on 1 August 2013 at Gabtali Bus Terminal in Dhaka. The Deputy Commissioner of Bangladesh Police (Traffic) Mr Ekramul Habib launched the campaign as chief guest while UNIC Officer-in-Charge Kazi Ali Reza spoke on the occasion as special guest. Executive Director of LIFE, President of Arohon, Chairman of Bus and Truck Owners Association and Secretary of Transport Workers Association also spoke on the occassion. UNIC KMO Mohammad Moniruzzaman delivered the introductory speech in the event. Continue reading