Women in South Asia lead protests despite facing severe gender-specific violence and threats.

Women in South Asia are increasingly leading protests, but face severe gender-specific backlash, including threats and harassment. Despite daily challenges like sexual harassment and violence—such as a reported rape every 17 minutes in India—women are crucial in organizing and mobilizing these movements in countries like India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. They are using their roles to demand rights and challenge social norms.

November 30, 2024
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