MMS Health for All Podcast

MMS Health for All Podcast

Domestic violence, puberty and first love: Let's lift the curtain

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One in three women in India is likely to have been subjected to intimate partner violence of a physical, emotional, or sexual nature. Due to the deeply rooted gender norms and cultural values in the Indian society violence continues. Children in homes where there is domestic violence are often neglected or abused themselves which which means that they often go through the phase of puberty and adolescence without emotional and cognitive support.
In this episode Carine Weiss talks to Khushboo a young independent 27-year-old woman from India. Khushboo who has lost her mother due to domestic violence fights for human rights, justice and for unbiased information when it comes to comprehensive sexuality education. We talked about the impact of her upbringing and the lack of information around puberty, love and relationships.

Khushboo has completed her education in Psychology and Human Rights. She is a "Youth Champion" of Asia Safe Abortion Partnership. She has largely worked on issues related to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and Comprehensive Sexuality Education. She is also a counsellor for young adults and adolescents who deal with issues related to love, sex and relationships. Currently, she is starting her own company called "WhatTheFusss!!"

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The MMS “Health for All” podcast brings you stories of people who are fighting for gender equality, health for all and a world of justice and hope. It features strong-minded people who stand up for their beliefs and are seeking to make this world a better place, demonstrating how dedication can lead to “health for all”. The podcast is produced by Medicus Mundi Switzerland and is hosted by Carine Weiss.

by Carine Weiss, Medicus Mundi Switzerland

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