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Dhaka, Bangladesh — Bangladesh Jatiya Dal (BJD) today unveiled its “Vision 2030” reform agenda aPress Release

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Bangladesh Jatiya Dal (BJD) Pledges Bold Reforms to Tackle Unemployment Crisis in Vision 2030 Agenda

Dhaka, Bangladesh / Berlin, Germany — Bangladesh Jatiya Dal (BJD) today reaffirmed its commitment to fighting Bangladesh’s chronic unemployment crisis through its newly launched Vision 2030 reform agenda. The plan emphasises job creation, vocational training, entrepreneurship, and diaspora-driven investment, drawing heavily on research and insights from BangladeshUnemployment.com, a platform dedicated to addressing youth unemployment and labour market reforms.

The announcement was made by BJD Chairperson Shompa Islam, currently in political exile in Germany due to life threats under the former regime of Sheikh Hasina. Despite her exile, Mrs. Islam continues to spearhead BJD’s organisational strategy and international advocacy.

Shompa Islam’s Statement

“Unemployment is not just an economic problem, it is a national emergency. Millions of young Bangladeshis graduate every year but lack access to jobs that match their skills. Our Vision 2030 focuses on employment as the cornerstone of national development — because without jobs, there is no dignity, no prosperity, and no stability,” said Mrs. Islam.

Unemployment & Labour Market Crisis in Bangladesh

• Over 40% of educated youth are unemployed or underemployed.
• Labour migration is heavily dependent on low-skilled jobs abroad.
• Lack of coordination between education, training, and industry has created a skills mismatch.
• Informal sector workers (over 85% of the workforce) remain without legal protections or benefits.

Key Employment-Focused Reforms in Vision 2030

1. National Job Creation Policy — Establishing industrial hubs, SME zones, and startup incubators to generate 5 million new jobs by 2030.
2. Technical & Vocational Education Reform — Expansion of modern skills training, apprenticeships, and alignment of curricula with global job markets.
3. Digital Economy & Outsourcing — Leveraging Bangladesh’s youth in ICT, freelancing, and digital entrepreneurship.
4. Migrant Workers’ Rights — Protecting Bangladeshi workers abroad while diversifying labour migration into high-skilled sectors.
5. Diaspora Engagement — Mobilising investment and mentorship from expatriate Bangladeshis through platforms like Jatiya Probashi.
6. Agricultural Modernisation — Mechanisation, food processing, and agribusiness entrepreneurship to absorb rural youth.
7. Women & Youth Employment — Special incentives for companies employing women and first-time job seekers.

BJD’s Extended Platforms for Employment & Empowerment

BJD’s affiliated organisations are mobilised to tackle unemployment through grassroots action:

• 🌍 Jatiya Probashi (jatiyaprobashi.com) — Diaspora investment in job creation.
• 🎓 Jatiya Chatro (jatiyachatro.org) & Jatiya Chatri (chatri.org) — Student rights and job-readiness programmes.
• 🚜 Jatiya Krishak (jatiyakrishak.org) — Farmer-to-entrepreneur initiatives.
• 👷 Jatiya Sramik (sramik.org) — Worker protections and labour reforms.
• 👦 Jatiya Jubok (jubok.org) & 👧 Jatiya Juboti (juboti.org) — Youth-led entrepreneurship and training.

Looking Ahead

The BJD’s Vision 2030 positions employment and skill-building at the centre of Bangladesh’s national development strategy. The party invites experts, diaspora investors, and youth leaders to contribute to building a Bangladesh where every citizen has the right to decent work and fair wages.

About Bangladesh Jatiya Dal (BJD)

Bangladesh Jatiya Dal (BJD) is a democratic political movement established after the Bangladesh Uprising (2021–2024), which marked a turning point in the nation’s struggle for freedom and justice.

Led by exiled Chairperson Shompa Islam, BJD is dedicated to building a future where jobs, justice, and democracy serve as the foundations of national progress. The party’s mission is to create a prosperous, fair, and inclusive Bangladesh, ensuring dignity, equal rights, and opportunities for all citizens.