Gulabi Sambad
Nov 10, 2023
Promoting inclusivity and addressing the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) as well as mental health needs of persons with disabilities is a critical aspect of human rights and public health. This requires a comprehensive analysis of existing policies and legislation to ensure that they adequately protect and promote the well-being of this vulnerable population. The road to inclusivity for persons with disabilities concerning SRHR and mental health requires a multi-pronged approach involving legal, policy, and societal changes.
Addressing these, this episode of Gulabi Sambad discusses policies and legislation impacting SRHR and the Mental Health of persons with disabilities. It includes the interview with Sarita Lamichhane, founder president of Prayatna Nepal. Lamichhane has highlighted the intersectionality of disabilities and SRHR/Mental Health with an overview of existing policies and legislation. Further, she has analyzed how current policies address the specific SRHR and mental health needs of persons with disabilities following the identification of barriers and challenges faced by persons with disabilities in accessing SRHR and mental health services. This episode is designed in collaboration with Karuna Foundation Nepal. #policy #legislation #sexualhealth #mentalhealth #analysis #intersections #disabilities #SRHR #spotify #gulabisambad #KarunaFoundation #DPRP
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This episode of Gulabi Sambad features a conversation with journalist Sushma Gautam about sensitive issues of sexual violence and sexual and reproductive health in Madhesh. It talks about the challenges girls, women and marginalized communities face, including stigma, silence, and lack of proper information and services.The episode also discusses how many young boys are getting involved in sexual violence and abuse. It tries to understand why this is happening, looking at reasons like lack of awareness, harmful social norms, peer pressure, and little education about consent and respect.Through this conversation, the podcast aims to raise awareness, encourage open discussion, and highlight the need for better education and community support to prevent such violence and build a safer society. #sexeducation #endsexualviolence #madesh #nepal #srhr #gulabisambad
