The sound of oars, traditional bells and cheering spectators filled the Sandhya River as eight large boats competed in Shikarpur, Uzirpur, Barishal. Alongside the race, performances of Barishal’s regional songs brought local musical traditions into the celebration.

BWHP and WCLP organized a day-long discussion on women’s leadership in humanitarian action, evidence, and pathways for change under the SHIFT Asia Project, jointly implemented by AVAS and Oxfam in Bangladesh.