Yash Tiwari
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How can upskilling help in development of women? in the forum Access to Education 2 years, 9 months ago
Developing countries will need to learn this lesson as well if they are to move forward. To some extent, most countries already have. Governments in the developing world are increasingly investing public funds in education and training – often focused on skills needed for the digital economy. But private-sector involvement is essential too. Skills…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Why #metoo movement failed to create an impact in India? in the forum General Discussions 2 years, 9 months ago
The #metoo movement started in 2017, in October. The first case that led to the rise of the movement was the sexual harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein in October 2017. But #metoo in India was not only hashtagged “me too” but also with a few other things, like #balancetonporc, which translates to ‘Expose the pig’. It is an anti-se…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Being LGBT in India in the forum LGBTQ Issues & Rights 2 years, 9 months ago
There are a lot of myths and half-truths about the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) community. Most Indian parents are still largely ignorant of the LGBT community and their sexuality. There is also a great amount of confusion within the LGBT community itself. Many still struggle between coming out to their parents and decide to…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Should women be entitled to menstrual leave? in the forum Reproductive Health & Rights 2 years, 9 months ago
Menstruation leave is a workplace practice that enables women to take days off from work because of the discomfort and physical limitations that they endure during menstruation. As the policy has been gaining more attention in the last few years, it has triggered a wave of debate among women. According to the World Health Organization,…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Taking Care of Yourself on Your Period – Menstrual Hygiene in the forum Reproductive Health & Rights 2 years, 9 months ago
Menstruation is a normal part of life for about half the human population. The average menstruating woman spends approximately one week a month dealing with and thinking about menstruation. If you are among them, this article applies directly to your life. And if you aren’t, and still find this article interesting, that’s appropriate too. Many…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Career options for women in aviation and aerospace sector. in the forum Employment Opportunities 2 years, 9 months ago
Aviation is a field that’s never short of challenges. As an aviation and aerospace technician, you’ll be involved in every stage of a product’s development from planning and designing to production and maintenance. Opportunities for women in aviation exist at all levels of education and employment. Consider working on the commercial aviation side,…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Discussion on sexually transmitted diseases in the forum Health Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Sexually transmitted diseases were previously referred to as venereal diseases, and more recently as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Although many STDs don’t show any symptoms, it’s important to get tested so you can receive proper treatment if you do have an STD. Not only will this protect your partner from getting the infection, but it…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How Menstrual Taboos Influence Our Ideas Of Hygiene in the forum Reproductive Health & Rights 2 years, 9 months ago
Menstruation is exoticized by some societies, seen as a spiritual and ritual activity. Taboos on menstrual health have been a hindrance to the education of girls and women; they are perceived as impure and contributing members of society in India. Thus, menstrual taboos have been created in the name of upholding these two fundamental components of…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Discrimination against girl child at home in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
Discrimination against girl children is a form of discrimination and oppression. It is rooted in the social construct, and beliefs that women are inferior to men. Such beliefs are repeated by women themselves, perpetuating the negative conception that it is acceptable to treat girl children differently or put them at a disadvantage based on their…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Beauty pageants for women is actually empowering and not sexist. in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
From a global standpoint, beauty pageants for women help the economy. There is an increase in those who engage in activities to be able to participate in these pageants. This included things as simple as buying new shoes or clothes to go along with their costumes for the models. This increases the interest in the country and also helps the…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How Facial Recognition Technology Preserve Patriarchal Norms? in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
Facial recognition is a type of biometric technology that extracts and analyzes specific features from an image or a video and compares the data to identifiers in other images of the same individual. In some facial recognition systems, the human body is irrelevant and only the face or parts thereof are considered, leading to systems that cannot be…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Gender Stereotypes have played a key role in the disrespect of women. Is this statement true? in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
It is true that gender stereotypes have played a key role in the disrespect of women. The words like that have made women feel discouraged about their choices and career. They have been forced to be homemakers while men were allowed to have a career. A good cause for feminist criticism (or gender criticism) is that gender stereotypes have played a…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How Do Marital Adornments Impact Women’s Lives? in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
The stereotypical representations of men and women in advertisements are mostly the same for each other. They involve child-like characters, non-achievements, habits, and objects (along with only a few empowering qualities). How children perceive the world has a big impact on their future lives. Several marriage adornments are being advertised by…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Why is Martial Rape Legal in India? in the forum Sexism & Patriarchy 2 years, 9 months ago
Whenever we speak about the sexual abuse of women, it is difficult for us to believe what is happening in our homeland. Recently, and all the time we see that rape is being spread in the name of religion and caste. Is there any country on earth where marital rape is not known? A man can be imprisoned for raping a non-related woman or girl having…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Best Female Programmers in India in the forum Inspirational Women 2 years, 9 months ago
The number of female programmers globally is growing and has risen to a percentage that is much higher than before. In India specifically, awareness about gender bias in the coding world has dawned on women in recent years. The programming scene has changed a lot since the days of Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. More women are working as programmers…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How to make women more aware about their rights? in the forum Rights & Laws 2 years, 9 months ago
All women deserve access to education, healthcare, and opportunities to interact with the public sphere on an equal basis with men. To make a positive change for women is the responsibility of men as well. Here are some ways you could help your woman friend’s rights without making it obvious since there’s nothing subtle about pointing out that she…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Lack of representation of women in parliament in the forum Gender Barriers and Solutions to Leadership 2 years, 9 months ago
Women in Indian Politics have always been confronting a male-dominated and patriarchal system and society, where men tend to feel that women are inferior to them. Women are considered as ‘Binaash’ or a burden. Despite this, women have always participated in politics. Historically, like in any other country, Indian women were not allowed voting rig…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic Do Women’s are getting chance to participate in decision making? in the forum Gender Barriers and Solutions to Leadership 2 years, 9 months ago
Women make up 50.8% of the world’s population but they are seriously under-represented in decision-making positions and business. Gender balancing (or gender mainstreaming) is an attempt to bridge the male-female gap in decision-making positions by creating opportunities for a more balanced representation of women, particularly at higher levels o…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How Is Feminism Political? in the forum Feminism 2 years, 9 months ago
Feminism is not just for the women who want to protect their rights but also for the women who want to find beauty in their lives as free females. They must not be restricted by the limited roles or by the struggles in their daily life. Feminism is a motivating power that is behind many things that are happening to let women empower themselves and…[Read more]
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Yash Tiwari replied to the topic How to learn Foreign languages and establish Career in this field? in the forum Self-Employment & Entrepreneurship 2 years, 10 months ago
In today’s fast-moving world, speaking more than one language has become essential to get ahead in your job and life. Knowing a foreign language can give you a definite edge over others in career opportunities if you are applying for a job that requires knowledge of more than one language. Everyone wants to pursue a career with opportunities that…[Read more]
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