Achievement in women and children affairs
In the light of fundamental rights of women recognized in the Constitution the National Women Development Policy 2011 has been approved. Several scholarship schemes have been introduced from primary to secondary levels to encourage female education. A wide range of multi-faceted measures have been initiated to ensure women’s equal participation at all social tiers. In order to facilitate women’s participation in the world of technology, one-woman entrepreneur has been appointed at every Union Digital Centre (UDC). A National Children Policy 2011 has been adopted to protect children’s rights. One stop crisis cells have been set up in 40 district sadar hospitals and 20 upazila health complexes. 15 child development centers have been established to rehabilitate street children. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been awarded the prestigious South-South Award for her outstanding contribution towards improving the state of women and children.