Intergroup Communication Inspires Youths to Work Together for a Better Future

• In Event: Intergroup Communication Research in Progress

Abstract

In Bangladesh, the students of private universities come from different classes of the society and quite often struggle to cope with reality, suffer from identity crisis, find it hard to adjust to the challenging situation and have the potential to be involved in negative acts including drug abuse, violent activities, extremism, etc. The Intergroup Communication initiative facilitated the students coming from varied socio-economic background, religion, gender and departments to interact on subjects related to pluralism, diversity, economic opportunity, non-violent conflict resolution and inter-religious affairs. It also provided the individuals with the skills in dealing with the challenges they face around them and sensitized them to work together for better causes. Intergroup Communication subsequently resulted in an increase in knowledge, change in perception, shaping up of attitude, building confidence and bringing youth together for a better future. All they needed is a little nudge in the right direction.

Authors

• Yasmin Khan, Bangladesh Center for Communication Programs - BCCP

• Meher Afroze, Bangladesh Center for Communication Programs

• Mohammad Shahjahan, BCCP - Bangladesh Center for Communication Programs