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Biozid Jessorey

Mr. Md Biozid Jessorey is a dynamic motivational speaker, trainer, youth leader, and academician with extensive experience in both Bangladeshi and German universities, including Primeasia University, University of Kaiserslautern, and University of Kiel. He has also worked with various national and international NGOs such as Amnesty International and UNICEF. Biozid specializes in nuclear safety, youth development, climate change, and genetics, and is the author of the financial literacy book “Sohjei E-Commerce.” He holds certifications as an e-commerce and SME policy expert from the United Nations World Trade Organization and as an IAEA safety standard expert from the International Atomic Energy Agency. Biozid has led significant initiatives like the Union Math Festival and youth leadership development in Bangladesh, earning recognition from media outlets like BBC World and DW. A humanist and nonviolence activist since 2008, he believes true change comes from within the community. Growing up in the climate-affected city of Khulna, he enjoys meeting new people and embracing diverse perspectives.

$300 Billion Annually is Needed to Achieve the Global Goal of Adaptation (GGA)

Civil society leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on February 26, 2025, for an Advocacy Workshop focused on the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) and the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG). The…

Asia-Pacific Climate Adaptation Actors Gather in Colombo for Knowledge Synthesis Symposium

Civil society representatives from across the Asia-Pacific region came together in Colombo, Sri Lanka for the Asia-Pacific ARA-TLS Knowledge Synthesis Symposium, held from February 24-26, 2025. Organized by Transition Research as the TLS project lead partner of the Adaptation Research…

Plastic Pollution: A Growing Threat to Bangladesh’s Environment

Plastic pollution has emerged as a critical environmental issue in Bangladesh, exacerbated by rapid urbanization, inadequate waste management infrastructure, and a lack of widespread recycling practices. With increasing plastic waste generation, especially in urban centers like Dhaka and Chattogram, the…

Vulnerability of the Bay of Bengal to Ocean Acidification: Challenges and Adaptation Strategies

Ocean acidification, a growing global concern linked to rising carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, is having increasingly profound effects on marine ecosystems, particularly in regions like the Bay of Bengal. As the atmospheric concentration of CO2 increases due to fossil-fuel combustion,…

Quota Reform Protests in Bangladesh : A Call to End Violence Against Students

The quota reform protests began in 2018 but were quickly suppressed through harsh tactics. Recently, the movement has reemerged due to government indecision, rallying students from both private and public universities across the country. This resurgence reflects the deep connection…

The Nexus Between Mental Health and Climate Change in Bangladesh: Understanding Heat Stress, Air Pollution, and Post-Flood Impacts

In Bangladesh, the convergence of climate change impacts and mental health challenges presents a complex and pressing issue that demands attention and action. As one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change, Bangladesh faces recurring threats from rising temperatures,…

The Unseen Link: Climate Change and the Rise of Social and Economic Violence

In recent decades, the discourse surrounding climate change has primarily focused on its environmental impact: rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss. However, a less visible yet equally significant consequence of climate change – is its role in…