women empowerment

It all started during the devastating Chennai floods of 1978. That's when Jaya truly saw what neglect truly is — and realised that poverty was a greater disaster than the flood itself. #Respect #RealLifeHeroine

Mahatma Gandhi's personal physician, this gritty woman fought for India’s freedom and the welfare of those stricken with leprosy. She went on to become independent India's first health minister of Delhi state. #DoctorsDay

Once plagued by alcoholism and unemployment, 5000 tribal women across 55 villages in #Gujarat now have their own businesses—all thanks to one compassionate woman determined to make a difference! #Respect #RealLifeHeroine

“For far too long in Indian art, women have been depicted as goddesses or subordinates. In my artwork, I try to portray women as I see them around me," says the last of Kolkata's Patua painters.

As the architect describes herself, the project aimed to understand and explore the potential of raw and unstabilised earth as a viable material for a contemporary house with more than one storey.

“If my marriage had gone well, I would have kept Kamali locked away at home like I was and married off to a man at 17. My girl mustn’t grow up like that!"

Did you know the nutrition in 1 gram of this green superfood is equivalent to eating 1 kg of fruits and vegetables? #Superfood #WomenInScience #Rajasthan

This #MothersDay, we celebrate the pure awesomeness and inspiration that are India's #SuperMoms. "I really think she was a hero. Her work speaks for herself. She worked in Delhi Police's division for crimes against women at a time when women's rights weren't really talked about in India."

She plans to study BA and major in History, Political Science and Economics to become an IAS officer and make our world a better place.

Once Elizabeth had earned enough money, she was ready to trade her cushy job, fat salary and secured life with a path less traveled- one fraught with risks, uncertainty and financial instability.