Women

Folk medicine and Ayurveda can often provide remedies that offer almost miraculous results. A doctor in Rajasthan stumbled upon one such remedy, and has used it to change the lives of women in villages.

Nazreen Fazal has written a very relatable post about arranged marriages on Facebook that discusses the need for communication before every marriage. The post has been shared over 1,700 times so far.

A child has to be rescued from the clutches of some form of sexual exploitation every two days in India. This is the story of Susan, a lively and outspoken aspiring film star, who spent her childhood in the dark shadow of the flesh trade.

According to the National Crime Records Bureau, the number of registered human trafficking cases has increased by 38.3% over five years, from 2009 to 2013. Ayesha was in danger of becoming just one more such statistic before she was rescued; now she looks to the future with fierce grit and determination.

There are 18 million children enslaved in India, all of whom face some form of sexual exploitation everyday. Devi is a resilient young mother who went from being a victim to a survivor of sexual exploitation, and now dreams of leading the way for other women.

Most 10-year-olds worry about school homework, the latest toys and gadgets they want, etc. Meet a young lady who decided to take charge of the education of the poor children in her village at the tender age of 10.

Cervical cancer is one the biggest killers in modern India, yet few women are willing to discuss it openly. A cancer survivor is hoping that talking about her story will encourage more women to come forward and fight against this preventable and curable scourge.

For many tribal women in Odisha’s Kashipur block in the Rayagada district, making and selling brooms is the primary source of income and livelihood. Exploited and taken advantage of, the women finally decided to take matters into their own hands to secure their futures.

Animal welfare takes perseverance, dedication, steadfast belief, and more often than not, a thick skin. Let’s celebrate the women who work behind the scenes of this movement and their unflinching love for animals.

The digital exhibition that went online on Nov. 19 showcases photos, videos, and digital illustrations capturing the stories of inspirational Indian women.