Bangalore Rural Educational and Development Society (BREADS)

Women’s Day in Chitradurga

On 17th March 2024, CHITHRA Don Bosco organised a celebration of International Women’s Day for the women from its self-help groups (SHGs), local government, and business stakeholders in Chitradurga district. One outstanding women’s SHG and three individual SHG members were felicitated for their achievements on the occasion. Fr. Steven Lawrence – Director of CHITHRA, explained its […]

Women from rural India break stereotypes against all odds

A bitter part about rural India is filled up with stories of oppression, gender bias and social neglect faced by women. Yet this year, more than any other time before, it seems that society is on the brink of change. While the women of the world were gearing up to fight against their malaise, women […]

Celebrating Womanhood

International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. The international Women’s Day was celebrated for the members of Self-Help Groups under the auspices […]