Womens Rights: Central & South Asia
Womens Rights: Asia-Pacifric
Worthless Daughters
Women in India
The status of women in India has been subject to many great changes over the past few millennia.
From equal status with men in ancient times through the low points of the medieval period, to the promotion of equal rights by many reformers, the history of women in India has been eventful.
Unintended consequences: India's rape crisis
India’s burgeoning economy has a dark side: Cities across the country are struggling with rising cases of rape and sexual harassment.
While growing numbers of women have joined the workforce, many are also being attacked by men used to a traditional patriarchal environment, breeding resentment and violence.
In New Delhi, commonly described as the "rape capital" of the country, women and men alike are fighting back in creative ways. A new emergency task force, a special women’s taxi service and even an anti-rape smartphone app have been created to tackle the rape crisis.
101 East travels to India to meet Indians from all walks of life working together to end violence against women.
Field Partners In Asia
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Uganda: New Borehole in Village Means More Time for School
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Safe World for Women Statement on the Bombing of SAWERA Office in Pakistan
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Pakistan: Bomb explosion - Office of NGO targeted in Hayatabad
