SDG - 16
Contribution to IRB Training as Resource Person at Dhaka National Medical College
Prof. Dr. Md. Shahjahan, Professor, Department of Public Health, DIU attended as a Resource Person at a training on Institutional Review Board (IRB) Processes and Procedures. This specialized session, designed for IRB members, focused on reinforcing ethical standards and procedural accuracy in research.
Policy Recommendation to Government through Policy Dialogue on Democracy on Campus - Youth Preparations & Expectations
As part of the “Amio Jitte Chai” DIUDC Debate Festival 2024, the DIU Debating Club, supported by Democracy International and USAID, organized a special policy dialogue on Democracy on Campus - Youth Preparations & Expectations. This insightful dialogue was arranged with the presence of esteemed panelists and moderators from the popular local TV channels. Distinguished speakers, including Manzur Al Matin, Roksana Anzuman Nicole, Arif Hossain, and Jannatul Ferdous, contributed to the policy dialogue, moderated by Mahfuzur Rahman Mishu. They discussed the present democratic practices at educational institutions and ways to improve and strengthen it further and the recommendations of the session will be helpful for the Government as policy inputs.
DIU Public Health Expert Contributed to Bangladesh Institute of Child Health (Dhaka Shishu Hospital)
Prof. Dr. Md. Shahjahan, Professor, Department of Public Health, DIU based on a collaboration with Bangladesh Institute of Child Health (Dhaka Shishu Hospital) contributed as a Resource Person at a training on Institutional Review Board (IRB) Processes and Procedures. This specialized session, designed for IRB members, focused on reinforcing ethical standards and procedural accuracy in research.
Expert Contribution by DIU Faculty to a National Research Project
DIU Faculty Contributed to Ministry Meeting on a research project Titled: Determination of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) directed antibody persistence among the Coronavirus diseases-19 (COVID-19) recovered and vaccinated population in Bangladesh. The project was implemented by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) where Dr. Md. Kamrul Hossain, Associate Professor of Computer Science of DIU contributed as an expert. He collaborated with Dr. S M Rashed Ul Islam, Associate Professor, Department of Virology, BSMMU in this project.
DIU Faculty Contributed to the Project on Enhancing knowledge and skills in leadership and CPR training programs
Contribution to National Policy: South Asian Conference on "Unfolding Emerging Issues in the Context of Changing Climatic Scenarios"
DIU collaborated with NGOs like: Aranyak Foundation, Oxfam in Bangladesh, Global Forum for Sustainable Rural Development (GFRSD), Global Center for Climate Change and Environment, BARCIK, LEDARS to tackle the effects of climate change through proper policy inputs. DIU in association with these NGOs organized the South Asian Conference on "Unfolding Emerging Issues in the Context of Changing Climatic Scenarios". The event provided a platform for robust discussions and innovative solutions to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The conference aimed to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange among stakeholders.
The contributions of Daffodil International University have been instrumental in advancing climate resilience and promoting collaborative action to address the complex challenges posed by climate change in South Asia.
Policy Discussion: “Pre-COP29: Advancing Sustainable Living & Green Economy for Climate Action”
DIU in collaboration with the Global Law Thinkers Society (GLTS), organized the “Pre-COP29 Policy Discussion: Advancing Sustainable Living & Green Economy for Climate Action” at Daffodil Smart City. It brought together academics, representatives from civil society organizations (CSOs), NGOs, government officials, and other stakeholders to discuss Bangladesh’s role and contributions to global climate action in preparation for the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), scheduled for November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. DIU’s representatives along with GLTS will attend and deliver a presentation in the COP29 session to address policy issues on climate loss and damage. With nearly 200 countries participating, COP29 serves as a pivotal platform for assessing global progress on climate goals, negotiating commitments, and fostering international cooperation to address climate change.
Policy Recommendations: Blue Economy Plenary Session
The Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship at DIU hosted a session on the Blue Economy, featuring speakers from government sectors of Bangladesh and India. The session addressed the opportunities and challenges of marine economic development while ensuring ecosystem protection, aligning with SDG 14 (Life Below Water) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). This event underscored the importance of cross-border collaboration and scientific research in sustainable resource management.
Collaboration on Climate Action Policy
DIU, in partnership with the Global Law Thinkers Society (GLTS), organized the “Pre-COP29 Policy Discussion: Advancing Sustainable Living & Green Economy for Climate Action” at Daffodil Smart City. The event gathered academics, NGOs, government officials, and civil society representatives to discuss Bangladesh's role in climate action. This policy discussion aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action) and prepares DIU representatives to present at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.