National Scientific Conference “ Population Development and SRHR ” held

On Friday, June 19 , 2026 , a day-long “ National Scientific Conference on Population Development and SRHR” was held at the Conference Hall of BMU Super Specialized Hospital on the challenges and prospects of population development , sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) and the future healthcare system . Organized by the Bangladesh Medical Students ' Society (BMSS) , the conference was attended by students , doctors , researchers and health sector experts from various medical colleges of the country . The chief guest and keynote speaker was Dr. Fawzia Hossain , Professor of Gynecology and Oncology , Bangladesh...

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On Friday, June 19 , 2026 , a day-long “ National Scientific Conference on Population Development and SRHR” was held at the Conference Hall of BMU Super Specialized Hospital on the challenges and prospects of population development , sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) and the future healthcare system . Organized by the Bangladesh Medical Students ‘ Society (BMSS) , the conference was attended by students , doctors , researchers and health sector experts from various medical colleges of the country . The chief guest and keynote speaker was Dr. Fawzia Hossain , Professor of Gynecology and Oncology , Bangladesh Medical University , and he is also the Chairperson of Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) IRC Bangladesh. Dr. Saima Khan, Former Country Director, UNAIDS Bangladesh, spoke as a special guest. Speech from the Guest of Honor Dr. Sameena Chowdhury President, Endometriosis & Adenomyosis Society of Bangladesh. Speech from the Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Fawzia Hossain, Professor of Gynecological Oncology, Bangladesh Medical University. Speech from the Chairperson Prof. Dr. Sayeba Akhter Chairman, Bangladesh Medical Research Council. Vote of Thanks from the Convenor Atika Tabassum Fariha, Vice-President for External Affairs. Also on the expert panel was Samia Afrin Project Director, Women and Health Rights, Nari Pokkho. Farhana Jesmin Hassan, Senior Technical Advisor, SGBV, Ipas Bangladesh. Dr. Nibedita Saha Puja Alumni, BMSS. Dr. Asadur Rahman Nabin, Alumni, BMSS. Dr. Rahat Ara Nur Project Director, Ipas Bangladesh. Speakers at the conference said that population management , quality healthcare , adolescent health awareness , and a scientific and humanistic approach to reproductive health rights are very important to ensure sustainable development . Especially if the younger generation is involved through accurate information and awareness , the future health sector will be stronger. The speakers also said that SRHR is not just a medical issue; it is deeply related to human dignity , security , education , awareness and improvement of quality of life . In this regard, the role of doctors and medical students is very important .The conference featured presentations of various scientific papers , panel discussions, and expert exchanges. Participants discussed new ideas, research, and practical initiatives related to population development and the right to health. Representatives of the organizer , Bangladesh Medical Students ‘ Society , said that such scientific events will continue in the future to enhance the research , leadership , and social responsibility of young doctors. The conference expressed its commitment to building an integrated and aware society on healthcare , population development, and reproductive health rights .