Jamshedpur: Teenage girls raise their voices against gender inequality through posters

Jamshedpur: Teenage girls in a powerful demonstration of youth activism, participated in a poster writing and quiz competition aimed at addressing gender-based violence and inequality. The event was organized by Yuva organisation (Youth Unity for Voluntary Action) and Women Gaining Ground Consortium, Kriya New Delhi, as part of the 16-day campaign against gender-based violence, which carries the message, “From Inequality to Equality, Everyone is Counted Equally.” The campaign’s central focus is on eradicating both visible and invisible forms of inequality, promoting the idea that an equal society can only be built by uniting against gender-based violence. The warden of Kasturba Gandhi Residential School, Reena, emphasized the importance of such initiatives, saying that programs like these help empower girls and raise awareness about crucial social issues. The poster writing competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from students who expressed their thoughts on gender equality through creative and thought-provoking posters. The winners of the competition included Baisakhi Mahato and Riya Tudu who won the first prize, Chhata Mani Tudu and Khushboo Mahato who secured second, and Sanjana Munda who took third. Rekha Rani Tudu received the fourth prize, while Sukhmati Bankira and Sangeeta Mahato were also recognized with special prizes. The event was supported by self-leader teenagers and youth workers, who played a vital role in making the program successful, fostering leadership and engagement among the young participants. (w/nkm)

Disabled participants share struggles in gender violence awareness

Jamshedpur: On the occasion of World Disability Day, a participation ceremony was organized at Cheshire Home in Sundarnagar, Jamshedpur, as part of the 16-day campaign against gender-based violence. This event was jointly hosted by Yuva Sanstha and Women Gaining Ground Consortium, Kriya New Delhi, with the central theme of “Everyone Counts Equally.” The ceremony aimed to raise awareness about gender-based violence, particularly in the context of disabled individuals. Disabled participants from the Potka block and their families took part in the event, expressing their struggles through posters, songs, and dance performances. Some participants shared their heartfelt experiences, including feeling excluded by family and society, the desire to have friends and be loved, the restriction on their self-expression such as dressing up, and the lack of adequate support services for disabled women. Several participants also spoke about the mental and emotional abuse that disabled women face, being insulted and isolated. The event provided a valuable platform for disabled individuals to express their emotions and raise awareness about the unique challenges they face. Anjali Bose, advisor of Mahila Koshang, highlighted the importance of providing opportunities for everyone to showcase their talents and ideas. The competition winners were presented with gifts by the organizers, and the event was made successful by the cooperation of youth members, women leaders, and volunteers. The participation of disabled individuals and their families added depth and meaning to the ongoing campaign for equality and justice.