Beyond Yes and No: Exploring the depths of Consent as an Aspect for Respect and Autonomy
Published On :
14th May 2024
Posted by : Rakshya Adhikari
Category :
Concurrent issues
In the world of relationships, interactions, and human rights, consent stands as a fundamental pillar of respect and empowerment. It's a concept that goes beyond simple agreement; it expresses the principles of autonomy, choice, and mutual understanding. In this piece of writing, we'll try to understand what consent truly means, its significance in various contexts, and why it's essential for fostering healthy and respectful relationships, diving into its depth.
Consent, in general, means that an individual voluntarily and willfully agrees in response to another individual’s proposition. The individual who consents is expected to have signific.....
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Shattering Silence
Published On :
10th July 2023
Posted by : Manita Sharma
Category :
Concurrent issues
Sex, is such a big word, right? Suppose you and your friend are traveling in a local bus in Nepal. You are having a conversation about sex, in a very low voice. But suddenly you say the word ‘Sex’, a bit loudly or in a voice audible to other passengers. What do you think the scenario will be like? Shameful? Embarrassing? Everybody on the bus will stare at you, whispering ‘How shame of you to talk about it’, leaving you no choice between, either hurriedly getting out of the bus or staying there with everybody's eyes fixate upon you, expressing as if you have committed some kind of crime.
The scena.....
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"Chosen with Love: A Blog on Adoption and Parenthood"
Published On :
9th June 2023
Posted by : Aarti Chaudhary
Category :
Concurrent issues
"Asmita's mom, please sit here instead of standing there," caught Samira's attention, who was sitting in the female reserved seat of the local bus.
Samira, a marketing manager at a cosmetic company in Kathmandu, found herself on an unusual morning commute due to car troubles. Lost in her thoughts about the day ahead, she overheard a conversation between two middle-aged women in the front seat.
The words "Asmita's mother" repeated in her mind. As she realized her stop was approaching, she paid her bus fare, disembarked, and headed towards her office. Throughout her busy day, those two words lingered in her memory.
Returning home later that evening,.....
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Embracing Inclusivity: Advocating for Menstrual Health and Hygiene Among Persons with Disabilities
Published On :
12th June 2023
Posted by : Shristi Khadka
Category :
Concurrent issues
As I was tasked with conducting a menstrual health and hygiene management session for persons with disabilities this year, I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and uncertainty. The complexity of interacting with this diverse group compelled me to reflect on the importance of addressing their unique challenges. Little did I know that this experience would open my eyes to the profound impact of inclusive conversations.
During our preparatory session, our facilitator shared a poignant story about a blind woman's unconventional experience with menstrual hygiene. Her unfamiliarity with wearing pads led to an awkward situation, with the adhesive b.....
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