What’s Wrong With How India Responds to Violence Against Women?

Why do we need to change how we talk about violence against women? Dr. Rajeswari Sunder Rajan, literary and gender studies scholar, explains.

Is Violence Against Women More Common in ‘Traditional’ Societies?

Are 'traditional' societies more oppressive towards women? Dr. Poulami Roychowdhury, sociologist, explains.

Why Is a Woman’s ‘Moral Character’ Used Against Her in Court?

From divorce settlements to sexual violence cases, why is a woman's moral character always on trial in court? Flavia Agnes, women's rights lawyer, explains.

How Sexual Policing Impacts the Treatment of Women’s Trauma

How does sexual policing impact the psychiatric treatment of women's trauma in India? Dr. Sarah Pinto, anthropologist at Tufts University, explains.

Can Traditional Healing Offer Women a Space To Defy Social Norms?

Do we need to reconsider how we understand traditional healing practices for mental illness? Dr. Sarah Pinto, anthropologist at Tufts University, explains.