What does Juneteenth mean to you? Women in Washington DC tell us
Freedom, history, solidarity – what does Juneteenth mean to African American and South Asian women living in Washington metropolitan area? Sarita Bartaula finds out.
Tag: south asian women
Documentary on Indian-American couple with white-Navajo adopted twins featured at SIFF 2026
Chithra Jeyaram’s documentary ‘Love Chaos Kin’, which screened at the 52nd Seattle International Film Festival this month, explores adoption, love and identity told through the story of an interracial family. Shailaja Rao reports.
Ritual to reality: the silenced wounds of postpartum motherhood in India
Postpartum depression in India is not just a ‘private matter’ but a symptom of systemic neglect and a failure of public-health infrastructure. Rituals intended as care frequently become tools of emotional and social control, writes Dr Sapphire Mahmood Ahmed.
Iranian filmmaker Schokofeh Kamiz on her tribute to slain Pakistani activist Sabeen Mahmud
Berlin-based Iranian filmmaker Schokofeh Kamiz’s documentary ‘After Sabeen’ is both a personal and political journey – an intimate portrait of courage, grief, and the power of small acts in driving meaningful change.
by eShe
May 26, 2025
A divorce party, a viral photo, and rewriting a culture of silence
London-based Sonia Gupta threw a divorce party to celebrate her freedom after 17 years in an unhappy marriage. When the story went viral, she realised that in a culture where silence is rewarded, sharing our truth online becomes a radical act.
Navigating freedom and fear as a solo female traveller backpacking across 5 countries
Women’s experiences and opportunities for solo travel are greatly influenced by sociocultural barriers and concerns for safety. Doctoral research scholar Yasmin Soni shares her experiences of backpacking alone across Europe.
A Muslim in Mumbai, an Indian in London: Maaria Sayed’s debut dwells on identity and belonging
Indian filmmaker Maaria Sayed speaks to eShe about her debut novel ‘From Pashas to Pokemon’, its relatable characters, and the coming-of-age of a young Muslim woman in Mumbai and London.
“Marriage should not be allowed as a permission slip for assault” – Veera Mahajan
One of three married women in India face domestic violence. Author and conflict mediator Veera Mahajan has been raising awareness about intimate-partner abuse for several years – ever since she stood up to the violence in her own marriage.
by eShe
May 3, 2022
“A woman’s purpose is not to serve men and community – a woman’s purpose is what she defines it to be”: Samra Zafar
In this podcast, Pakistani-Canadian motivational speaker and bestselling author Samra Zafar shares her experience of walking out of an abusive marriage with two kids, educating herself and following her purpose.
Financial independence is the key to women’s equality and freedom: Saloni Chopra
Actor, entrepreneur and author Saloni Chopra believes financial empowerment of women is the primary way to defeat patriarchal mindsets in South Asia.
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.
eShe’s South Asia Union Summit Led by Women: Register Now
Join in as eminent women from around the world come together to seek solutions for peace, gender equality and a unified South Asia.
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni on Historical Facts and Bestselling Fiction
Indian-American novelist Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni on contemporising mythology and exploring the question of identity in a globalised world
“Patriarchy Is the World’s Largest Religion, Biggest Cultural and Economic System” – Bina Shah
Acclaimed author Bina Shah shares her views on South Asian women’s issues, and what unites the women of India and Pakistan.
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