SERAC-Bangladesh Executive Director, SM Shaikat, has recently written an insightful op-ed for the Dhaka Tribune, highlighting the urgent need to make Bangladesh’s electoral system more inclusive and youth-friendly.
With over 77% of young people expressing their intention to vote, the article delves into the existing trust gap between youth and electoral institutions, outlining key reforms such as digital voting pilots, empowering youth candidates, strengthening institutional integrity, and ensuring digital freedoms during elections.
As the country prepares for upcoming elections, this piece raises a crucial question:
“The question is no longer whether young people are ready for the electoral system. The question is whether the electoral system is finally ready for them.”
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