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On 22nd July 2025, the Department of Business Administration at East West University hosted a seminar titled "From Conflict to Collaboration: Reimagining Industrial Relations for a Fairer Future of Work". The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Syed Fazle Niaz, Team Leader of Better Work Bangladesh (BWB), an initiative of the International Labour Organization (ILO).

Held in Room 550 (Lecture Gallery) from 03:10 PM to 06:00 PM. The event brought together students and faculty members for a dynamic exchange of ideas on the evolving role of industrial relations. Mr. Niaz discussed the role of industrial relations in fostering collaboration and improving working conditions. His insights highlighted how BWB, in collaboration with the ILO, works to ensure labour rights are respected and promote fair working environments in Bangladesh.

The seminar underscored the importance of collaboration between workers, employers, and governments to shape a fairer future of work, with ILO and BWB leading global efforts in labour reform. Mr. Niaz emphasized the importance of cooperation among employers, employees, and trade unions to foster fairness, inclusivity, and sustainable workplace development.

The session featured an engaging Q & A segment, where students posed insightful questions that led to rich discussions on real-world challenges and opportunities in labour reform. To further deepen participation, a live Mentimeter quiz tested attendees’ understanding of key topics in an interactive and enjoyable format.

A vote of thanks was given by Dr. Md. Atiqur Rahman Sarker at the end of the seminar. Volunteers were groomed up by EWU Alumni & Adjunct Faculty Member Mr. Mohsinur Rahman (Senior Vice President, BRAC Bank) and Mr. Syfur Rahman (BWB, ILO).

The Department of Business Administration extends its gratitude to all participants for making the seminar a success and reaffirms East West University’s commitment to supporting the principles of the ILO and BWB.