In a proactive move to bolster education in the coastal areas of Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Open Source Network (BdOSN) organized an enlightening awareness-raising session for parents on October 12, 2023. The event was held at the Shaheed Ali Ahmed Govt. Girls High School in Tala, Satkhira, was part of BdOSN's project titled "STEM & ICT Skills for Girls of Coastal Areas (SISGCA).
The event served as a platform to educate parents about the pivotal role of modernizing education through Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The event commenced with a warm welcome from Alok Kumar Torofdar, Head Teacher of Shaheed Ali Ahmed Govt. Girls High School. He underlined the school's unwavering commitment to providing top-notch education. He emphasized the integral role of technology in achieving that goal, encouraging parents to engage actively in their children's education.
A highlight of the event was the keynote address delivered by Kaniz Fatema, the CEO of BdOSN, renowned for her expertise in ICT in education. Her presentation illuminated the significance of ICT-based education in preparing students for the future. She shed light on the myriad advantages of digital learning, including enhanced student engagement, greater accessibility, and personalized learning experiences. As the session unfolded, many parents expressed their enthusiasm for the prospects of modern education for their children and lauded the SISGCA project.
The event concluded with all attendees signing their support for the cause, emphasizing the collaborative efforts needed to bring about positive change in the education landscape of the coastal regions. The Bangladesh Open Source Network remains dedicated to empowering young girls in these areas, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.
The "STEM & ICT Skills for Girls of Coastal Areas (SISGCA)" project represents a vital step towards bridging the educational divide and fostering a brighter future for the girls of coastal Bangladesh. This program's main objective is to increase parents' awareness to empower girls, starting from primary education and extending to their integration into employment. In this journey, we have noticed that they need support from their families, friends, teachers, and other sources. The key message we want to convey is that when girls have a conducive environment for education, their potential is unfettered. They can access many support systems to help them thrive.