Women most affected by conflict but left out of peace negotiations: Policy analyst Dr Radha Kumar
Author and policy analyst Dr Radha Kumar believes the role of women’s groups in peacebuilding is largely disregarded by lawmakers.
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“Education is the ticket towards self-reliance and financial independence for women in South Asia”
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eShe invites you to South Asia Union Summit Led by Women
Join in as eminent women from around the world come together to seek solutions for peace, gender equality and a unified South Asia.
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Her ‘Building Bridges Movement’ is out to enable change-leaders in creating sustainable impact
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