The University of Dhaka provides neutral and inclusive spaces where diverse stakeholders—including students, faculty, civil society actors, and political groups—can come together to openly discuss social‑, political‑ and cultural‑issues in a respectful and facilitative environment. These platforms foster dialogue, exchange of ideas and collaborative reflection.

Examples of neutral platforms:

• The Teacher‑Student Centre (TSC) compound at the University of Dhaka is widely recognized as a cultural and civic hub where informal debates, public discussions and multi‑ideological ‘adda’ gatherings take place. https://archive.thedailystar.net/magazine/2006/09/04/sfeature.htm
• The TSC hosts the Dhaka University Debating Society (DUDS) and other student organisations that organise inter‑hall debates, cross‑faculty debates and open forums on socio‑political issues in its auditorium and lawn areas. https://www.du.ac.bd/du_post_details/post/10496
• The TSC grounds and Shahid Minar area of the University campus—including Raju Memorial Sculpture and Aparajeyo Bangla zone—serve as recognized venues for cultural, literary and political gatherings of multiple viewpoints, further enhancing the University’s role as a free‑speech arena. https://www.tbsnews.net/feature/tscs-fading-glory-cultural-hub
• The University governance system also encourages open discussion through Senate sessions and hall‑student forums where elected student‑representatives engage in frank debate on policy, campus governance, and social issues — thereby institutionalizing “safe” platforms for inclusive discourse.

Through these physical spaces and institutional forums, the University of Dhaka provides trusted, accessible neutral platforms for open dialogue, enabling the university community and wider stakeholders to engage in constructive discussion of challenges, differences and solutions. This aligns closely with SDG 16’s emphasis on inclusive, participatory governance and safe spaces for dialogue.