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Science Film Festival

In 2024, Bangladesh is celebrating the 6th year of the Science Film Festival. The Goethe-Institut Bangladesh in collaboration with its respective partner schools and institutions, will be hosting the festival from 1 October to 20 December. The focus of the festival this year is ‘Net Zero and the Circular Economy’.

Notice

Due to the forthcoming relocation of the Goethe-Institut Bangladesh, please be informed of the following temporary closures:

Office: Regular office activities will continue online until further notice.
Course Office: All office activities will continue online until further notice.
Library: Closed from October 23, 2024, until further notice.

During this period, we are available via phone, email, or Facebook during our usual office hours. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.

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Themes and Projects

Korail-City of Culture

Korail-City of Culture aims to redefine design culture and creative industries by supportingsustainable cultural practices among practitioners in Korail and sharing this knowledgeglobally. The young residents of Korail, supported by Paraa, has led efforts to create auniversally accessible community-driven cultural space, engaging in participatory design andtraining to enhance their skills in managing and shaping public spaces.

Korail-City of Culture © FNQ.AIA.RN

The Old Dhaka Food Map

Join Goethe-Institut as it navigates the narrow roads of Old Dhaka to uncover a number of legendary eateries and their mouthwatering dishes. Every turn of the bustling streets reveals the legacy of various epochs, which live on to this day in the cultural, religious and gastronomic diversity.

Old Dhaka Food Map © Goethe-Institut

Young feminism network

Feminism is evolving around the globe. Through diverse projects, we have been exploring how young Bangladeshis approach and explore questions on the subject. Outcomes include reading circles, essays, podcasts, deep listening experiences, visual art, poems, illustrations, a conference and a magazine.

Young Feminism © Goethe-Institut

Being Kafka

Why does Franz Kafka’s spell remain unbroken a hundred years after his death? Is it his exquisite letters, our affection for dramatic tales, or the sense that our contemporary world has never been more Kafkaesque? The centenary of Franz Kafka's death presents a chance to delve into innovative approaches to understanding the author and his captivating oeuvre.

Why do we still find Kafka so modern and current? Illustration by Roberto Maján