by Sarika | Aug 15, 2024 | BD Voice, Empowerment, Gender, Inclusion Matters, Stereotypes
As we celebrate the spirit of Independence Day, I’m reminded of a recent conversation with my university-going niece. She expressed frustration over not being able to make impromptu plans with her friends, stay out late, or travel alone, while her male cousins and...
by Taarini Manchanda | Jul 14, 2024 | Climate Change, Gender, Sustainability, Women in Green Economy, Women Matters
Have you ever paused to reflect on the daily tasks that keep a household running smoothly? From managing grocery purchases to cleaning rooms, and ensuring everything is in order – these seemingly routine activities are integral to our domestic lives. Globally,...
by Riti Aggarwal | May 30, 2024 | Gender, Women Matters
The image of the modern working woman is ubiquitous: a master juggler, effortlessly keeping career, home, children, and relationships all spinning in perfect harmony. We hail her as an inspiration, a testament to female strength. Yet, beneath the surface of...
by Riti Aggarwal | May 19, 2024 | Gender, Women Matters
In 1985, a comic strip named “Dykes to Watch Out For” sparked a conversation that would ripple through the world of storytelling. Cartoonist Alison Bechdel, through her characters, introduced the Bechdel Test – a playful yet potent tool to gauge the...
by Sarika | Mar 8, 2024 | BD Voice, Woman of Influence
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Kavya* (name changed), a passionate 3rd-year B.Tech student, during a career mentoring discussion. As we delved into her interests in technology and sustainability, it was heartening to witness her aspirations to make a positive...
