Biography
Jannatul Bakia Jeni is a dedicated scholar in the field of Sociology, specializing in the intricacies of Marriage and Family dynamics, Gender Studies, and Sexual and Reproductive Health. She completed her Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) and Master of Social Science (MSS) degrees in Sociology from the prestigious Bangladesh University of Professionals, where she honed her passion for understanding societal structures and human interactions. She is currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at BUP, where she imparts knowledge and fosters critical thinking among students. Prior to joining BUP, she taught at United International University (UIU) in the Department of Environment and Development Studies, where she contributed to interdisciplinary academic engagements. Throughout her academic journey, Jeni has demonstrated a profound commitment to advancing knowledge in her chosen areas of research. Additionally, her research interests extend to the critical examination of gender roles and inequalities, as well as the promotion of sexual and reproductive health rights within diverse communities.With a keen analytical mind and a compassionate approach to social research,she endeavours to shed light on complex societal phenomena and advocate for positive change.
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Education
S.S.C, Barishal Government Girls' High School
H.S.C, Amrita Lal Dey College, Barisal
Honors, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
Masters, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Journal Publication
1. Jeni, J. B., Shindaini, A. J. M., Mahtab, M. T., & Saha, S. K. (2024). Changing perceptions on menstrual practices in Southern Bangladesh: A cross-generational study. International Journal of Public Health Science, 14(2), Article 22409.
https://doi.org/10.11591/ijphs.v14i2.22409
2. Mahtab, M. T., Jeni, J. B., & Hossain, S. F. A. (2025). Bad youth: The effects of family dynamics and political patronage on juvenile gang crime in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Kriminologisches Journal, 4(2).
https://doi.org/10.18716/ojs/krimoj/2025.4.2
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30 Sep 2026
Researchs
Gender Studies, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Awards
General Grade Scholarship: For outstanding results in the HSC exam from Barisal Board.
Best Paper Award: From Chairman, Department of Sociology, Bangladesh University of Professionals for outstanding research paper and presentation.
Talent Pool Scholarship: For outstanding results in the 5th grade scholarship exam.
Special Mention Award: From BUP Global Affairs Council, in BUPMUN 2018.
Deans Letter of Appreciation: From Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS), Bangladesh University of Professionals for outstanding academic results four times.
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Courses
Principles of Sociology
Sociology of Marriage and Family
Sociology of Sustainable Development
Social Inequality
Sociology of Globalization
Communication and Development
Social Gerontology
Industrial Sociology
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
S.S.C, Barishal Government Girls' High School
H.S.C, Amrita Lal Dey College, Barisal
Honors, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
Masters, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
1. Jeni, J. B., Shindaini, A. J. M., Mahtab, M. T., & Saha, S. K. (2024). Changing perceptions on menstrual practices in Southern Bangladesh: A cross-generational study. International Journal of Public Health Science, 14(2), Article 22409.
https://doi.org/10.11591/ijphs.v14i2.22409
2. Mahtab, M. T., Jeni, J. B., & Hossain, S. F. A. (2025). Bad youth: The effects of family dynamics and political patronage on juvenile gang crime in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Kriminologisches Journal, 4(2).
https://doi.org/10.18716/ojs/krimoj/2025.4.2
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Gender Studies, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
General Grade Scholarship: For outstanding results in the HSC exam from Barisal Board.
Best Paper Award: From Chairman, Department of Sociology, Bangladesh University of Professionals for outstanding research paper and presentation.
Talent Pool Scholarship: For outstanding results in the 5th grade scholarship exam.
Special Mention Award: From BUP Global Affairs Council, in BUPMUN 2018.
Deans Letter of Appreciation: From Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS), Bangladesh University of Professionals for outstanding academic results four times.
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026
Principles of Sociology
Sociology of Marriage and Family
Sociology of Sustainable Development
Social Inequality
Sociology of Globalization
Communication and Development
Social Gerontology
Industrial Sociology
Last Updated:
30 Sep 2026