The journey for Leela wasn't easy.
Published On :
20th November 2023
Posted by : Rakshya Adhikari
Category :
Adolescent Girls
In an antique village settled between folds of hills and mountains, lived a young girl named Leela. Her days were filled with laughter and curiosities, but as she grew older, an ever-roaming cloud of secrecy associated with menstruation wrapped her life. Leela's grandmother passed a deep-rooted belief that menstruation was impure, a belief that existed throughout the village where no people ever wanted or even tried to find out why. This belief and no willingness to question the rooted trends had shaped and connected the chains of menstrual stigma that bound every woman in the village.
One day, Leela tripped over a newspaper in the village’s shop wh.....
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Silent Shadows: Navigating Menstruation Taboos in the Darkness
Published On :
11th July 2023
Posted by : Manita Sharma
Long white skirt with a pink shirt, shining like a princess, with a bright smile, she was getting ready to leave for the school. That day her excitement level for going to school was at its peak since it was her best friend’s birthday. After her mother finished doing her hair, she stood and carried her backpack hurriedly.
Suddenly, her mother said quietly, “Don’t move. Stand still and don’t open your eyes.” She was directed to enter a room beside the animal shed.
“Now, you can open your eyes”, her mother uttered.
She was standing still, confused and unaware of the situation. “What happened, mother? Why did you bring me here? I will be late for my.....
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The Illusion of Gender Equality
Published On :
10th July 2023
Posted by : Manita Sharma
Category :
Gender and advocacy
The pursuit of gender equality has been an ongoing global endeavor, aiming to ensure equal rights, opportunities, and representation for all genders. While significant progress has been made worldwide, many argue that the battle for gender equality is far from over.
In today’s scenario, despite the remarkable strides that have been made towards gender equality, some mistakenly believe that the goal has already been attained. This perception often stems from the notion that women now have access to education, employment, and decision-making roles. While these advancements are commendable, it is important to recognize that true gender equality encompa.....
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