Civil Society and Media Activism in Human Rights Education in Bangladesh

This study investigates the roles of media and civil society in promoting Human Rights Education (HRE) and advancing the human rights movement in Bangladesh. The findings reveal that while media and civil society actors contribute to HRE efforts, their impact is limited by legal restrictions, political intimidation, and shrinking civic space. The state's regulatory environment has led to widespread self-censorship, fragmentation, and weakened public engagement. The study emphasizes the need for legal reform, media freedom, and institutional support to enable meaningful HRE and foster a more accountable human rights environment.