Until over two decades ago, sexual violence in armed conflict was considered a byproduct of war. Little research went into understanding the extent of its prevalence, much less into acknowledging its systemic nature across…
Last year the pandemic shut down my plans for IWD .. This year I have been using the opportunity to create a whole month of activities . Spearheading them starts with outreaches and schools in Johannesburg that are into…
For many years, World Pulse has been a space for women to share their stories. Despite the differences in culture, country, context, and color, we discover how similar our experiences are. In listening, our pulses beat as…
Never plant thorns on the paths that people use to access you because one day, you may need to visit them barefooted. Your greatest contribution to the universe may not be something you do for your own good but the people…
We've talked a lot about how the future is feminist: but we're very sure the future is HERE and it IS Feminist. We're inviting nominations for our FemiList: a curated list of 100 women from the Global South, working in the…
I hope you are all doing well. I write to share with my experience in the university undertaking a degree in gender and development studies. When I tell men what am studying most men laugh and say it's women subject. There…
"The Indian Constitution acts as our guide and it felt very nice to celebrate this day remembering these values. We would like to collaborate again to take these messages to the larger public", said a senior officer of…
It has always been about the big cities. First, there were the four metros (although, I am still not sure why they were called metros) – Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. Now there are other big cities like Bangalore,…
Please put out to girls 16-21 to speak out! We are pleased to announce our call for speakers for "Footsteps Global Girls Gathering", an international gathering for girls that aims to empower and unify young women and those…
|These words are an invitation. They take one aspect of this huge conversation. Have this awareness as you read. | In every coaching conversation I facilitate , I hear women heaving “I should do this. I should do that. I…
Hello sisters! Today is V-Day! The 'V' in V-Day stands for Victory, Valentine and Vagina! V-Day , February 14, is a global activist movement to end violence against women and girls, started by author, playwright and activist…
So as women, we still have a long way to walk in different parts of the world. Our hearts yearn for acknowledgement, acknowledgement not necessarily as the extraordinary human beings that we are, but at the best of times,…
Of the many things I am thankful for, World Pulse wears the crown. One of the biggest reasons for this joy I feel today is my time and bond with Keturah Shammah, who I had the privilege to be matched with in a mentorship. In…
Hi, Women often face molestation on public transport, especially here in India. I will tell my experience through this post. I call also call it as 'My Story'. Read further to know why. I used to travel in public transport…
War journalism keeps war alive. It is the frontrunner element that campaigns for the prolonged business of war. For the uninitiated, as the name suggests, War Journalism refers to journalism that is focused on war, and…
By nature, I rarely refuse to do anything. That's was why I did Political science and public administration and a minor in sociology not by my likeness .
Watched "The Great Indian Kitchen" last night, my first Malayalam film. I finished dinner and washing dishes and sat with my knitting to enjoy the movie but watching it was like going back to my domestic chores, exhaustion…
|This post is an invitation to further your reflective works and redirect your thinking. This post is not an end in itself and hence, cannot and will not and must not be viewed as the only way through your current situation…
A young woman has been helping me at home since the last four years. A toddler of three years used to accompany her sometimes. "My son", she had introduced. After few months, he stopped coming and she told, she was facing…
Dearest Tam, Happy Birthday. A little belated, but I heard the announcement at the Encourager's Party. I'm so happy for you! And we are so fortunate to have you. Be inspired, uplifted and blessed in all that you do. Continue…
" Encouragement is like oxygen to the human spirit. Don’t forget you’re carrying someone else’s air. Encourage them; help them breathe. ”- Anonymous The presence of Encouragers on World Pulse made this digital space unique…
It was amazing to catch up with women last Encourager Party. Once a month, we celebrate with women around the world with a heartfelt comment by saying positive word, love and hugs. The Encourager Party is our way to uplift…
Growing as a young girl life has been very challenging.But I sometimes wonder how I overcome these daily challenges. Some years back, I lived with a family(a married man and wife,children grown up and out) here in Cameroon…
Many times, we want to do great things for other people that would change their lives positively by planning to undertake certain actions. That's not bad, it's a very great idea that has endless rewards. It's the same thing…