The best way to set our point forward is by using data. An experiment and some data can support a hypothesis or could challenge one. That’s what Jennifer McCreight did in April 2010. On a statement by Iran’s Hojatoleslam Kazem Seddiqi , “Many women who do not dress modestly lead young men astray, corrupt their chastity and … More Q for Quake #AtoZChallenge
Most of us when frustrated spit out those cuss words, fret over the situation, curse the government or the lack of it, blame it on law and order and what not. Another way that’s much positive to channel frustration into something better is to do what helps others and brings a change that we want to … More P for Priya’s Shakti #AtoZChallenge
Don’t be. Never be. One of the most common discriminations many face on an almost regular basis are the ones based on physical appearance. Have you gained weight? You should watch your weight. Is it on the higher side? Do you work out and watch your diet? Those questions sound familiar, don’t they? Research also … More O for Overweight and Ashamed? #AtoZChallenge
Imagine a day over ten years ago when it was necessary to come together for a cause – think of a women’s cause. If the intent was to mobilize a group of people for a cause, what was the way that time? Publish an advert in the newspaper? Or maybe get it announced on the … More N for Networked Feminism #AtoZChallenge
Most women dream about their marriage, how the ceremonies would unfold, bind two souls with one thread, the coming together for celebrations with families and friends and then, the life beyond. With death, grief is natural. The pain is immense and harder is the acceptance of being a widow. Vrindavan, is a holy city in … More M for Marriage and Widowhood #AtoZChallenge
You have seen them begging at traffic signals and asking shopkeepers for money. Most of the times, you ignore or shy away from helping them. Why? Fear. Fear of the unknown. Your world is too perfect to understand the challenges they face and why working in the mainstream is not possible for them. You wonder why … More L for LGBT Power #AtoZChallenge
Kerala is the most literate state in India (93.91% as of 2011 census) but when several instances of ‘moral policing’ were reported, Kiss of Love was born. What started as a protest calling upon youth on Facebook, soon spread all over India and the youth across many cities came forward to protest against moral policing. … More K for Kiss of Love #AtoZChallenge
One needs to have the belief to bring about a change. Whether alone or with the group, it’s the thought that matters. Many women living in tough conditions believe in themselves and that thought is enough to do something for their betterment and the society they are a part of. All they must have thought … More J for Just Do It #AtoZChallenge
It’s your fault is a satire on rape victim blaming. From what-to-wear to how-to-dress and from what-to-eat to how-to-address-your-attacker, this video went viral when it was released. Till date, it has gathered over 5 million and counting views on you-tube. It is sad when rape survivors are blamed for what happens to them. Women do … More I for It’s Your Fault #AtoZChallenge
I was once not allowed to enter a temple cos I was menstruating and my hostel warden who knew said ‘no’. I stood there alone at the gates of the famous Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi when the rest of the girls walked in. Talking of menstruation is a taboo so to say. Women call it chums, … More H for Happy To Bleed #AtoZChallenge
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