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16 Oct

Posted at 06:17h in blog

We're excited to share our journey of organizing a Breastfeeding Kits Drive in our community and our recent kit assembly event. Breastfeeding is essential for both the health of babies and mothers, and we wanted to contribute to this important cause. Why Breastfeed: Breastfeeding provides numerous health benefits for babies, including essential nutrients and a strong immune system. It's also very cost-effective as compared to formula feeding. However, not all moms have access to the necessary supplies for successful breastfeeding, hence we collaborated with Trinitas maternal health clinic to raise funds for breastfeeding kits to encourage new mothers to breastfeed. The kits were designed after receiving feedback from Trinitas maternal clinic healthcare providers as also in the last two years The Drive: We spread the word through social media and local newsletters, encouraging people to donate funds and also set up fundraising tables at events like the Sanskriti Fest raising money from services like face painting and arts and crafts by our team of volunteers The response from our community was overwhelming. We were inspired by this and raised sufficient funds to assemble kits for 100 women as also in previous years 2021 and 2022 Kit Assembly Day: Once we collected enough items, we organized a kit...

02 Aug

Posted at 05:56h in blog

Introduction: Throughout history, the role of women in society has evolved, from being confined to domestic spheres to becoming trailblazers and leaders across various domains. Educated women, in particular, have proven to be a driving force behind societal progress, fostering positive change and promoting equality. This write-up delves into the importance of educated women and their upliftment in both global and U.S. contexts, highlighting the transformative impact they have had on communities and nations. I. The Historical Journey of Women’s Upliftment: A. Women’s Contributions in Ancient Civilizations: In ancient societies like Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Indus Valley, women held positions of influence and were actively engaged in various professions. Some were scribes, merchants, priestesses, and rulers, emphasizing their capabilities beyond traditional roles. B. The Renaissance and Enlightenment Eras: During the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods, women’s education began to receive attention in Europe. Pioneering women like Christine de Pizan and Mary Wollstonecraft advocated for equal educational opportunities, challenging societal norms and sparking discussions on gender equality. C. Women’s Suffrage Movement: The late 19th and early 20th centuries witnessed the women’s suffrage movement, a pivotal moment in history when women fought for their right to vote. The efforts of suffragists like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton paved the...