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Abstract
Abstract This study explores the potential and difficulties faced by women in Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) industry, highlighting the vital connection between peacebuilding, empowerment, and workplace security. The study is based on an extensive survey and interviews that the author performed with 300 female garment workers from factories in Dhaka, Gazipur, and Chittagong, as well as with policymakers and factory management. The results draw attention to structural issues that continue to impede women's empowerment, such as widespread workplace harassment, insufficient safety precautions, and salary inequality. Notwithstanding these obstacles, there has been success in a few areas, including regulatory compliance and the implementation of worker-friendly measures like childcare centers and training programs. For example, factories participating in the Better Work Program report increased production and fewer conflicts. But these gains are intermittent, and the majority of women continue to face unstable employment situations. In order to make the RMG industry a safer and fairer place to work, this paper offers practical suggestions that center on strong regulatory enforcement, infrastructural upgrades, and teamwork. The sector may support gender equality and long-term peace in Bangladesh in addition to economic growth by tackling systemic issues and expanding effective solutions.
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Copyright © 2024 Shajeda Akter Moni. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
