In celebration of the UN International Youth Day, Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC) hosted an event titled “Youth Civic Engagement and Leadership” recently at its office in the capital, says a press release.
The U.S. ambassador to Bangladesh, Marcia Bernicat, attended the event as the chief guest. In her keynote address, the ambassador shared important leadership lessons from her career and underscored the importance of developing leadership skills at a young age to build a better Bangladesh.
She also said, “The more you understand how the system works, the more you come to understand why obstructions exist.”
The event was attended by BYLC President Ejaj Ahmad, American Center Director Ann McConnell, officials from the U.S. Embassy, and graduates. The President of BYLC, Ejaj Ahmad emphasized the need for young people to develop leadership skills from an early age through active engagement in community initiatives.