Schoolchildren learn to spot sexism as India grapples with abuse of women
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Adolescents and Youth, Child Marriage, Economic Opportunity & Security, Men and Masculinities, Violence Against Women and Girls
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Christian Science Monitor
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Nita Bhalla
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ICRW’s researchers speak to Nita Bhalla on efforts to confront traditional gender roles and challenge sexism among youth in Mumbai schools. These efforts are central to ICRW’s GEMS program and are key to changing attitudes and curbing widespread abuse.
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