The 25th of November is observed as International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a day dedicated to raising awareness about women being subjected to rape, domestic violence and other forms of violence.
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The recent tragedy at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has reignited urgent discussions about women's safety and the pervasive discrimination they face. The prevailing demand for the death penalty for the…
The Nation has been shook by the recent rape tragedy that happened with a resident doctor at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal. A doctor after working her shift was…
Raksha Bandhan, a festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters, is a time for reaffirming promises of protection and support. Sisters tie a rakhi on their brother's wrists, symbolising a pledge of safety…
The Olympics is a celebration of human capabilities and the marvel of athletics display that human beings possess which is unimaginable to most average human beings. However, the recent Paris Olympics 2024 has found…
Motherhood is one of the most beautiful things in the world and the feeling of being a mother is unlike any other. However, being a mother is not all smiles and hugs as one would…
During the Second World War, the Japanese invaded the small nation of the Philippines and caused havoc for the nation. The local population wasn’t even allowed to own businesses. They were promptly shut down.
However,…
When Mary Anning was born; It was only over a century since the discovery of dinosaur bones. During her birth in 1799, most people hadn’t heard of dinosaurs and most who did, didn’t believe in…
Simone De Beauvoir was born on 9th January, 1909. Even though it has been more than a century since her birth, she is still alive within the collective consciousness due to her influence in the…
In the modern workforce, women continue to face a multitude of challenges. From wage disparities and glass ceilings to sexual harassment, women encounter numerous obstacles that perpetuate inequality in the workplace. In this blog, we…
Our independence was a culmination of blood shed by thousands. While some got acknowledged in history and have their praises sung, some have been buried and their memories lost to time.
One such figure is…
Despite the UN General Assembly adopting the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women in 1979, the issue of violence against women and girls persists globally. Presently, domestic violence remains…
In 1989, the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme marked 11th July as ‘World Population Day’. The day is marked by raising awareness of issues faced by the population, such as family planning,…
Mothers are an integral part of our lives and they play an essential role in shaping us into the people we become. They are often the primary caregivers, nurturers, and protectors of their children providing…
Battling through thousands of years of oppression has created many setbacks for the Dalit community. However, Dalits have proven themselves resilient and have broken through glass ceilings to make a name for themselves.
The movement…
Inventions have made our life much easier. From not having to read in the dark to being able to communicate with anyone in the world in an instant, life would have been a chore if…
While March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day, this one day is not enough to celebrate the contributions of women all over the world. So, in order to inspire little girls, the entire…
National Girl Child day is celebrated on January 24th every year. Since 2008, this day has been celebrated with only one purpose in its mind, to raise awareness about the plight of the girl child…
It was 26th August 1920 when the United States Constitution adopted the 19th Amendment, which states, “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United…
During frontline emergencies and conflict situations, humanitarian aid workers provide humanitarian aid to over half a million people. Women play a crucial part (40%) in improving health, providing access to clean…
In India, crimes against women occur every minute. Women are not safe in their homes, public spaces, or the workplace. Given the high amount of crimes committed against women, women must understand the laws in…
Efforts to promote gender equality have come a long way in gaining attention and inducing change. But the terminus to this change is still very far. Gender equality has several layers of complexity and we…
88% of Indian women don't use the most basic form of menstrual protection available in the market.
Have you ever imagined not having access to proper toilets or running water during your
periods? Or not…