Since August 2024, Bangladesh has faced a pivotal moment for governance reform. A BIGD position paper reveals that while Union Parishads are essential for service delivery, they are plagued by elite capture and corruption. By institutionalizing youth participation and ensuring budget transparency, we can transform these local hubs from barriers of patronage into bridges for true participatory democracy.
Since August 2024, Bangladesh has faced a pivotal moment for governance reform. A BIGD position paper reveals that while Union Parishads are essential for service delivery, they are plagued by elite capture and corruption. By institutionalizing youth participation and ensuring budget transparency, we can transform these local hubs from barriers of patronage into bridges for true participatory democracy.
