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Little Model Arisha Shines at the International Kid Runway Show in Edmonton
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On March 15th, 2025, the Edmonton Convention Centre hosted the IKR EDMONTON Kid Runway Show, a daylong event featuring a diverse group of young participants. One of the standout stars was 10-year-old Arisha, a Bangladeshi-Canadian child model. Proud parents Ishrat and Khaled cheered as their daughter confidently walked the runway, receiving warm applause from the audience.
The show featured a variety of renowned brands, including:
Oakley Rae Handmade
Bellezafrik
MOA
Drippy
Young Socialites
Enhle Babes Couture
Frocksnfreckles
The event drew a vibrant crowd of parents, grandparents, stakeholders, and special guests. Among the attendees were Delwar Jahid, President of the Bangladesh North American Journalists Network (BNJNET) and Editor of Doinik Ekattorer Chetona, who expressed his admiration for the young participants' confidence and talent.
What is an International Kid Runway Show?
An International Kid Runway Show is a professional fashion event designed exclusively for children to showcase clothing collections. Such shows are often featured in major fashion capitals like New York, Paris, London, and Milan, or held as independent global events dedicated to children's fashion.
Key Features of a Kid Runway Show
Diverse Representation: Embracing inclusivity, these events celebrate children from various ethnicities, cultures, and abilities.
Fashion Innovation: Designers focus on blending creativity, comfort, and sustainability to create vibrant styles suitable for young models.
Confidence Building: Children are trained to walk the runway, pose, and present themselves with poise, fostering self-esteem and communication skills.
Parental Involvement: Parents actively support their children throughout the event, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Conclusion
International Kid Runway Shows go beyond fashion; they are empowering platforms that nurture confidence, creativity, and cultural awareness among young minds. With increasing emphasis on inclusivity and child protection, these events continue to inspire new generations to express themselves and shine on a global stage.
Bangladesh North American Journalists' Network (BNJNET) Condemns Revocation of Journalists' Accreditation and Press Club Memberships
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Bangladesh North American Journalists' Network (BNJNET) Condemns Revocation of Journalists' Accreditation and Press Club Memberships
The Bangladesh North American Journalists' Network (BNJNET), led by Freedom Fighter Delwar Jahid, its president, has expressed grave concern over the recent cancellation of accreditation cards for more than 100 journalists and the termination of memberships at the National Press Club.
BNJNET issued a statement critiquing the decision as a severe blow to press freedom and tarnishing the interim government's reputation. The statement emphasized that this action raises questions about the government's commitment to upholding freedom of the press and freedom of expression—critical pillars of any democratic society.
BNJNET highlighted that one of the affected journalists is the publisher-editor of the country's oldest daily newspaper, underscoring the severity and breadth of the issue. The organization stressed that such actions evoke memories of past media repression, which the nation has worked hard to overcome.
The BNJNET statement urged the interim government to immediately reverse the cancellations within 48 hours, enabling journalists to continue their essential work without undue restrictions. The organization hoped that the interim administration would take swift and thoughtful steps to foster an environment of press freedom.
BNJNET also called upon journalist associations, unions, press clubs and media organizations at both national and international levels to protest these actions and stand in solidarity with Bangladesh's journalists. The press release concluded with a firm appeal to protect media freedom as an indispensable cornerstone of democracy and good governance.
Earth Day
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Earth Day: Minister’s Statement
The Minister of Environment and Parks and Minister responsible for the Climate Change Office, Shannon Phillips, has issued the following statement to mark Earth Day, which takes place each April 22:
“Every Earth Day, people from around the world celebrate all the natural wonders that surround us. Alberta has incredible natural resources and stunning wildlife. Our livelihoods depend on these wonders, which give us the water we drink, the air we breathe and the land that feeds us. Environment goes hand-in-hand with economy, and we must work to ensure that Alberta’s future is prosperous and sustainable.
“Earth Day is also an important moment to remember our shared responsibilities to future generations. That’s why our government is creating new parks and natural areas, leading the way on energy efficiency and ensuring we have clean air and water for Albertans now and in the future. By taking care of Alberta’s natural environment, we make life better for Albertans.”
- Additional Resources:
- Additional Resources:
- Agro-Ocean
- Bangabandhu Development and Research Institute
- Bangladesh North American Journalists Network
- Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA)
- Coastal 19
- Delwar Jahid's Biography
- Diverse Edmonton
- Doinik Ekattorer Chetona
- Dr. Anwar Zahid
- Edmonton Oaths
- Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF)
- Motherlanguage Day in Canada
- Samajkantha News
- Step to Humanity Bangladesh
