Every year, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women arrives and with it comes a familiar discomfort that societies often try to avoid. We speak of equality in loud voices but whisper about violence in hushed tones. We celebrate women’s achievements in public, yet ignore their suffering in private spaces. The contradiction…
Tag: Women Empowerment
ARMY GOODWILL SCHOOLS: SHAPING KASHMIR’S FUTURE WITH KNOWLEDGE AND INTEGRITY
Amid Kashmir’s towering mountains and turbulent history, education has emerged as a powerful tool of transformation. Leading this change are the Army Goodwill Schools, established under Operation Sadbhavana by the Indian Army. These schools have been instrumental in nurturing young minds, bridging divides and empowering communities across the region for over two decades. What began…
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN KASHMIR
Economic empowerment in Kashmir means enabling individuals and communities to control resources, make financial decisions and improve livelihoods. Entrepreneurship, starting and managing businesses, is a key catalyst for this empowerment. Amid Kashmir’s unique socio-political challenges, entrepreneurship fosters economic revival and social progress by creating jobs and diversifying beyond traditional agriculture and tourism. Both men and…
BREAKING BARRIERS: GIRLS SHINING IN EDUCATION
Across the world, education has long been regarded as the most powerful tool for transformation a force capable of reshaping destinies, breaking the cycle of poverty and building societies rooted in equity and progress. Yet for generations, half of humanity the girls were kept away from classrooms, their potential dimmed by tradition, poverty and prejudice….
SMART VILLAGES IN KASHMIR: THE SILENT DIGITAL REVOLUTION
In the tranquil villages of Kashmir, where apple orchards sway under the shadow of snow-capped peaks and saffron fields shimmer in the autumn sun, a quiet revolution is unfolding. It is not the loud, glittering transformation of urban India’s tech hubs, with their neon lit startups and bustling digital billboards. Instead, it is a subtle,…
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT IN KASHMIR
Women empowerment in Kashmir has undergone a profound transformation in recent decades, marked by evolving social, political and economic dynamics and punctuated by the resilience and agency of Kashmiri women themselves. This comprehensive article explores the historical context, legislative reforms, grassroots initiatives, the challenges faces and the contributions of influential Kashmiri women across spheres, encapsulating…
GIRL EDUCATION IN A REMOTE HAMLET SCHOOL
Education is often described as the light that dispels the darkness of ignorance and when this light reaches the lives of girls in remote hamlets, it becomes a beacon of hope and transformation. In rural and isolated regions, where development moves slowly and opportunities are few, education for girls plays an even more crucial role….
INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY IN KASHMIR: CELEBRATING WORKERS’ RIGHTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS
International Labour Day, also known as May Day, is a day dedicated to celebrating the contributions and achievements of workers worldwide. In Kashmir, this day holds significant importance as it highlights the struggles, rights, and aspirations of the working class in the region. Let’s delve into the essence of International Labour Day in Kashmir and…
WOMEN’S IMPACT ON KASHMIR’S PATH TO PEACE & PROSPERITY
In an armed conflict, role, task & experiences of women are varied. From victims to survivors, and from peace-builders to perpetrators of conflict, the categories of classification are indeed numerous. Women across the world be it any conflict have played a significant role in ensuring peace & stability. The case of Kashmiri women is not…
ENTREPRENEURIAL INITIATIVES IN KASHMIR
The Kashmir Valley boasts distinctive weather and climatic conditions compared to the rest of the country. A clear disparity exists in the distribution of rainfall between the North and South regions of the valley. Its varied topography and terrain call for sector-specific investments rather than applying a blanket approach. The hilly landscape predominantly engages the…
BAKERIES IN KASHMIR: THE CENTRAL ASIAN CONNECT
A bakery is an establishment that produces and sells flour-based food baked in an oven such as bread, cookies, cakes, donuts, pastries, and pies.
RESURGENCE OF TRICOLOUR IN KASHMIR VALLEY : A CATALYST IN NATIONAL INTEGRATION
Empowering women will empower our country. Jameela Bano, instructor in the Tailoring and Embroidery center, express that,”the army is serving the country by wearing the uniform meanwhile we are contributing in increasing the feeling of patriotism by making the tricolor.”
MEHREEN AMIN: SETBACKS MAKE US STRONGER
In Kashmir from last few years, women are breaking societal stereotypes and touching new heights. Ms Mehreen successfully broke the taboos to create her own niche to become Kashmir’s first female fitness trainer and gym owner.
EMERGING FACE OF WOMAN EMPOWERMENT
Kashmir Golden Girl Saadia Tariq won the gold medal on 28 Feb and became the international champion in the final match of the Moscow Wushu Stars Championship held in Moscow, Russia from February 22 to 28.
CONTRIBUTION OF KASHMIRI WOMEN IN SAFFRON FARMING
Saffron is an important crop of Kashmir, which is being grown since ages. It is one of the costliest and high valued crop used as spice around the world.
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