Evidence, Insight, and Electoral Research.
Advancing the understanding of elections through rigorous, evidence-based research.
Bangladesh & Makkah Pact: Prospects, Strategic Choices, and the Future of South Asia
8 September 2026
The Election Lab, Department of Political Studies, SUST, organized a webinar bringing together scholars, diplomats, and experts to examine the Bangladesh–Makkah Pact and its potential implications for Bangladesh and South Asia. Discussions focused on national interests, foreign-policy autonomy, security considerations, and the potential strategic benefits and risks of participation.
Gen-Z Electoral Politics in South Asia: Divergent Youth Outcomes in Nepal and Bangladesh
5 May 2026
The Election Lab organized a seminar examining Gen-Z political participation and electoral politics in South Asia, with particular focus on the contrasting political trajectories and outcomes of youth-led mobilisation in Nepal and Bangladesh.
Inauguration of the Election Lab & Seminar on the 13th National Parliamentary Election
19 February 2026
The Election Lab was formally inaugurated at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, marking the establishment of a dedicated platform for empirical research on elections and voting behaviour in Bangladesh. The inauguration was followed by a seminar analysing the results, voting trends, and political significance of the 13th National Parliamentary Election.
Election Dialogue: Analysis of Candidates’ Affidavits in Sylhet Region
2 February 2026
A student-led analysis of candidates’ affidavits across Sylhet Division’s 19 parliamentary constituencies formed the basis of an Election Dialogue bringing together political parties, civil society, journalists, election observers, and other stakeholders to discuss electoral transparency, inclusion, and expectations for the election.
Workshop on Developing Youth Competencies for Safe and Responsible Digital Engagement
17–18 April 2026
A two-day workshop focused on developing youth competencies for safe, responsible, and informed digital engagement. The project was supported by UNESCO, in collaboration with the Center for Critical and Qualitative Studies (CQS) and FactWatch, and held in association with the Election Lab.
Youth Voices for Citizens’ Manifesto
22 October 2025
A youth-focused workshop that brought together university students and members of social, cultural, and political organizations to discuss priorities for an election manifesto. Participants shared their views and presented group-based recommendations on different thematic areas.
