[Media] Invitation to a Press Conference on “Not Just a Ban, We Demand Secure Livelihoods: Ensure Fair Assistance for Small-Scale Fishers” at the Sagar-Runi Auditorium, Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) in Dhaka, Topkhana Road, Segun Bagicha, Dhaka, 13 October (Monday) 2025 from 11.00 am to 12.00 pm.

[Mustafa Kamal Akanda]

Dear Friends in Media,

Warm greetings from COAST Foundation.

COAST Foundation invites you to a press conference: *“Not Just a Ban: Fair
Assistance for Small-Scale Fishers”* on *13 October 2025, 11:00 AM,
Sagar-Runi Auditorium, DRU, Dhaka*.

We will present key findings on the hardships faced by Hilsha and other
small-scale fishers during fishing bans, limited access to government
support, and marginalized communities. Evidence-based policy
recommendations for fair livelihoods and sustainable fisheries will also be
shared.
We would be grateful if you could kindly assign a reporter and
photojournalist to cover this important event, helping to highlight the
voices of small-scale fishing communities. Please find the attached press
invitation .


Sincerely
*Mustafa Kamal Akanda (Mr)*
Director- Administration & SR
COAST Foundation
Mobile & WhatsApp: +8801711455591
www.coastbd.net, <http://www.coastbd.org>
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