“Because he’s a boy, and you’re a girl” By Dr. Shruti Kapoor & Jashima Wadehra “I am a girl. I grew up with strict curfews, apparel restrictions, and different chores”, Shruti. While a majority of parents have good intentions, such restrictions hinder the girls’ self- awareness and future capabilities. Often within the South-Asian diaspora, for girls to be loud, talk too …
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Un-stereotyping Gender
“Gender stereotypes are what we are forced to conform to in the privacy of our homes” My Story “You do know that men will always be superior!” I was talking to my friend about her rights and gender equality. She responded with this stereotype statement. Silence replaced my argumentative voice all of a sudden. She had shushed the whole conversation. I …
Bollywood and it’s Long term Commitment to Sexism
New Age media has repeatedly published articles about the problems with Bollywood. About how movies portray actresses, awards, and the million things that are related to Bollywood and our society. This article comes with the hope of making a difference, however small. It comes from a desire that women everywhere can watch a movie and be entertained instead of being infuriated, …
Why Our Language Makes a Difference
The words and phrases we use matter. The meaning and context of what we say, never mind the spoken language, affects people, directly and indirectly. It shapes how kids think, making a lasting impact on people’s thoughts and opinions of themselves and the world as a whole. During the World War 1, governments recruited unwilling men and women to the army …
What’s the Deal With Uniforms and Dress Codes?
Uniforms and Dress Codes Are an Excuse to Police Young Boys and Girls! As a school going kid, I’ve always wondered about the requirement of uniforms. Schools in India require students to wear uniforms specific to their assigned sex. Girls in my school were required to wear skirts, whereas boys were mandated to wear pants. I remember my principal emphasizing the …
Meet the Woman Extraordinaire – Dr. Ranjana Kumari
Dr. Ranjana Kumari is a renowned academician and social activist, who currently serves as the Director of the Centre for Social Research in Delhi, as well as the Chairperson of Women Power Connect, a national level organization of women’s groups. Lotus Leadership Award winner (2015), Dr. Kumari has dedicated her life to empowering women across South Asia, and has authored many well-known publications. Congratulations …