HerNet Foundation is set to unveil the first episode of "Bangladesh Decides: The Youth Speaks" (BDYS) at Dhaka University on November 21, 2023.

The event is envisioned and conceptualized by the founding CEO and MD of HerNet TV, Alisha Pradhan.

This groundbreaking event, co-funded and supported by the EU Embassy in Bangladesh, is a strong testament to their commitment to empowering the youth of Bangladesh.

BDYS, a platform hosted by HerNet Foundation, aims to explore and address the multifaceted identity challenges facing the youth in Bangladesh. It will bring together the brightest minds from ten prestigious universities, giving them the stage to share their insights, aspirations, and innovative solutions to the challenges confronting an evolving Bangladesh.

The event is to be facilitated with the support of an array of partners: French Embassy in Bangladesh, Rotary Club, UNB, HerNet TV, Somoy TV, Bangladesh Pratidin, Gold Sands Hotel and Resorts, Kazi and Kazi Tea, Jaaz Multimedia, Dhaka Live, Meghna Bank, HerNet BlissMind, JCI, Zonta International, Savar Tex, BackPage PR.

Charles Whiteley, Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union in Bangladesh, will join as the chief guest.

The President of this event is the Honorable Vice Chancellor of Dhaka University, Dr. A. S. M. Maksud Kamal, creating an academic and intellectual atmosphere for engaging dialogues.

Other distinguished guests include Dr. Zareen Delawar Hussain, Governor of Zonta International, President of AITO Golam Mostafa, Advisor of HerNet Group Monir Pradhan, MD of Meghna Bank Md Sohail Hossen, Governor of Rotary Barrister Mutasim Billah, Barrister Sameer Sattar, President of Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Ziaul Haque Bhuiyan, National President of JCI and many more.

Jaaz multimedia as the partner organization will also come along with renowned celebrities and influencers of the country, who will share their perspectives on the youth's role in shaping the nation's future.

With the slogan 'THE VOICE OF TODAY FOR A SUSTAINABLE TOMORROW,' BDYS is poised to be a catalyst for meaningful discussions and visionary ideas, setting the course for a resilient and empowered Bangladesh.

HerNet Foundation is set to further engage and nurture this young participants through the establishment of “BDYS forum” that will contribute to ensure a progressive and sustainable future for Bangladesh.