At times of crisis, it has been the way of the world to look upon a nation's younger generation to step up and walk the roads of change. Their voices never went unheard as they stood strong in their resolve to thwart all forms of injustice. While the birth of Bangladesh is largely due to the contributions made by her young men and women, the influence that the youth can bring into effect is incontestable. The tumultuous years between 1952 and 1971 will have not been possible had it not been for the power of the young Bangalis, which when unleashed, had the capacity to uproot all the evil forces and bring back honor and a new found identity. It is through the brave leadership of the youth that dreams are sown and reform flourishes. It is with this belief that Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC) began its first steps towards a journey that is both challenging and inspiring.

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