Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI)

Building resilience against misinformation starts with informed and responsible citizens.
Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI) organized a two-day Basic Fact-Checking and Social Cohesion Workshop in Jashore, bringing together young participants to strengthen their ability to navigate today's complex information ecosystem.
Throughout the workshop, participants explored the different types of information and misinformation while gaining practical, hands-on experience with essential fact-checking tools and techniques, including reverse image search, EXIF data analysis, image and video verification, web archiving, AI-generated image detection, and domain verification. The sessions also emphasized responsible information sharing, digital citizenship, and the role of youth in promoting social cohesion and countering misinformation in their communities.
By equipping young people with these skills, the workshop aimed to build a generation of critical thinkers who can contribute to a more informed, resilient, and socially cohesive Bangladesh.

Building resilience against misinformation requires collaboration across generations.

Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI) organized a two-day workshop and intergenerational dialogue in Cumilla, bringing together youth and senior community members to discuss online violence, misinformation, fact-checking, and responsible digital citizenship.

Participants received hands-on training on information verification and explored ways to strengthen community-based responses to misinformation. The program also encouraged meaningful dialogue between generations, highlighting the importance of cooperation in creating a safer and more informed digital society.

Two days of learning, dialogue, and shared reflections in Cox's Bazar.

Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI) organized a two-day workshop and dialogue on “Peaceful Democratic Transition in Bangladesh,” bringing together journalists, youth, students, political leaders and social activists.

On the first day, participants explored the information ecosystem, responsible use of information, and the fundamentals of fact-checking. Through interactive sessions, they learned how to identify misinformation and disinformation and verify online content effectively.

On the second day, youth participants presented their ideas and action plans to civil society representatives, demonstrating how they can apply the knowledge and skills gained from the workshop to promote fact-checking, civic awareness, and social cohesion within their own communities.

Together, these discussions highlighted the important role of informed citizens in fostering democratic values, countering harmful information, and building a more peaceful future.

Eid-al-Adha teaches us the values of sacrifice, humanity, and empathy. The values that strengthen both communities and democracy.

Wishing everyone a safe, peaceful, and joyous Eid from all of us at Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI).

Eid Mubarak.

🚀 BEI Youth Volunteer Platform is Now Open!

Are you ready to turn your passion into impact? The Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI) is inviting young changemakers to be part of a structured volunteer journey that goes beyond ordinary volunteering.

This is your chance to work alongside researchers, contribute to real social impact, and grow from Foundation to Leadership.

📍 Duration: 6–12 months
📍 Location: All 8 divisional cities
👥 Volunteers: 5 per city
🎯 Age: 18–27

💡 What you’ll do:
▪️ Support events & community engagement
▪️ Work on outreach, awareness & research
▪️ Write for BEI
▪️ Collaborate with youth across Bangladesh

🎓 What you’ll gain:
▪️ Tiered certification (Contributor → Leader → National)
▪️ Hands-on experience in research & communication
▪️ Mentorship from BEI professionals
▪️ Access to a national network
▪️ Alumni membership & future opportunities

📌 How to apply:
Fill out the application form through the link below.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and online orientation.

✨ Step forward. Lead change. Grow with BEI.

https://forms.gle/9AG7Vybx1drX37PQ8

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