A total of 330 prominent citizens from various professions, including Islamic scholars, academics, doctors, engineers, and businesspeople, have issued a joint statement expressing concern over the inclusion of undefined gender-related terms in the amended Bangladesh Labour Law 2025. The statement, released on Tuesday and circulated by the spokesperson of the Mulyobodh Andolon, Engineer Muhammad Sadat, warns that the use of terms such as “gender,” “gender identity,” and “gender expression” without clear definitions could undermine women’s safety and introduce ideological disputes into labour legislation.
The signatories argue that the law should focus on workers’ rights and safety rather than incorporating controversial concepts that may conflict with religious and social values. They claim that the lack of precise definitions could allow arbitrary interpretations, potentially legitimizing practices inconsistent with traditional moral and religious norms. The statement also raises concerns that the amendments could create legal complications regarding gender-based behavior in workplaces.
The citizens urge the authorities to reconsider the amendments, define the terms “sex” and “gender” clearly, and remove or revise the disputed terminology to align with religious, cultural, and social values.
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