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How Can A Woman Protect Herself?
Women’s safety is an arising issue in India, which is also a point of concern. Often, women are told to restrict themselves to stay safe from harassment. Indian families do not allow women to work late nights or even step out in the night as it is unsafe. But why is it unsafe when we…
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POSH – The Mechanism of Addressing Sexual Harassment
In today’s ever-changing work landscape, the top priority is creating a secure and respectful environment. Addressing sexual harassment requires a multifaceted response that goes beyond just recognizing the issue. This article explores the essential mechanics that are crucial for prevention and resolution. By shedding light on these aspects, we unveil a holistic approach guided by laws and…
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Bhanwari Devi- The Woman Power behind Vishaka Guidelines
“When a society fails to harness the energy and creativity, respect and dignify its women, they are at a loss of its own, juggling between the patriarchies”. Women consist of a majority of the population and now are seen working in every sector. Earlier, specific jobs and areas were considered for men alone, and no…
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Unsung Hero Of India- Savitribai Phule
Indians accept women as political leaders, but at home, they should cater to traditional roles first. More than a half-century ago, India was one of the first countries on the globe to elect a woman as a Prime minister. It was surely a proud moment for the country to recognize a woman to run the…
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5Ds of Bystander intervention
Have you seen anyone being harassed in public? Have you felt the need to support them but didn’t know how? Many of us have felt that desire for bystander intervention but never act on it. Many of us are victims of it and wished for support but found nothing. Today, things are changing and the…
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Empowering Women through Technology: I’m Safe at Sathyabama College
I’m Safe is dedicated to empowering women by promoting the use of technology to enhance their safety and raising awareness about its potential. This mindset helped us hold several events meant to create more interest in the app and grow the community. Starting with our App’s launch event with a blood donation camp in Alandur,…
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Social Activist Mrs. Smarin Moumita’s Fight for Women’s Safety
Mrs. Smarin Moumita Khati is a social entrepreneur working for the freedom and dignity of human trafficking survivors, particularly women and girls in North Bengal, India. She recently addressed the audience at the I’m Safe Women’s Safety app launch, in which she shared her heart’s cry and some harrowing statistics about the situation for women…
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The Silenced Epidemic: why We Need to Start Talking About Rape?
These days, it’s not just money that people are being threatened for. In far too many cases, people are being threatened with rape and sexual assault. “Rape is a heinous crime that no one deserves to experience. This is a horrific crime that preys on the most vulnerable among us, and it needs to stop.”…
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Sudden Provocations: The Reason Behind Crimes
The Tamil Nadu government recently released figures showing that the rate of crime in the state has increased by 16 percent over the last year. While the overall rate of crime is still relatively low, the sudden increase is cause for concern. One of the key factors behind this spike is “provocation”. Too often, people…
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Children are the most vulnerable in an abusive relationship
It’s hard enough to leave an abusive relationship when you’re an adult. For a child, it can be even harder. Children are among the most vulnerable members of society, and they may not be able to understand or verbalize what’s happening to them in an abusive household. This can make it difficult for them to…
