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    Exploring the Multifaceted Vulnerabilities of Female Street Child Labor in the Capital City of Bangladesh
    (Elsevier, 2024-09-01) Sohel, Md. Salman; Alam, Shafiqul; Rahman, Md. Mizanur; Obaidullah, Md.; Anam, Abu Saief Mohammad Towhidul; Hossain, Babul; Hossai, Md. Alamgir
    Numerous children experience vulnerability due to their families’ profound economic and socioeconomic hardships. Among this demographic, females face heightened susceptibility, particularly those engaged in child labor. Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, hosts a substantial population of female child laborers, compounding their precarious circumstances. Hence this study utilizes a qualitative phenomenological approach to investigate the vulnerabilities affecting these female child laborers thoroughly. A total of 25 in-depth interviews were conducted with female child laborers in Dhaka city, following a semi-structured format. NVivo 14 software was instrumental in the systematic coding and analysis of the extensive text data, enhancing the reliability and validity of the findings. This study, therefore, explores various vulnerabilities faced by female child laborers in Dhaka city, including risky health behavior, abusive behavior, sexual harassment, school dropout, unhygienic dietary habits, hazardous work conditions, and substandard living environments. Their socio-economic conditions make them susceptible to physical and mental setbacks, exploitation, and loss of dignity. The study emphasizes the necessity for comprehensive support and breaking the cycle through educational, health, and social initiatives. It offers a detailed portrayal of the living conditions of female child laborers in Dhaka city, providing valuable insights and evidence-based policy prescriptions for policymakers and NonGovernment Organizations to formulate effective policies and measures to safeguard this vulnerable community
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    Health and safety compliance in the readymade garment sector of Bangladesh: practices and observation
    (IUB, 2018) Hasan, Ikramul; Khan, A. N. M. Shibly Noman; Karim, Mohd. Aminul; Sariat Rafa, Khan; Alam, Shafiqul; Sanjana, Bushra; Salehin, Masnoon
    The ready-made garment (RMG) industry plays a vital role in Bangladesh’s economy through export earnings, employment generation, and women empowerment. Despite remarkable growth, concerns regarding workers’ health and safety remain significant. This study explores health and safety compliance practices in the Bangladeshi RMG sector through a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through literature review, database searches, focus group discussion, and observation of a garment factory using the Bangladesh Labor Act 2006 (amended 2013) as a benchmark. Findings reveal partial compliance with safety standards, inadequate worker awareness, weak regulatory enforcement, and persistent pressure from global competition affecting workplace safety and labor welfare.