Tag: Policymakers

Empowering Marginalised Communities: NGOs’ Efforts in India

NGOs in India are pivotal in driving positive change and empowering marginalised communities. These organisations, fueled by a commitment to social justice and sustainable development, play a crucial role in addressing various challenges faced by underprivileged populations. From education and healthcare to women empowerment, environmental conservation, disaster relief, and policy advocacy, NGOs are at the forefront of transforming lives and communities across India. Let’s delve into the significant impact of NGOs on empowering marginalised communities in India.

India’s diverse and complex social landscape is marked by persistent inequalities, with marginalised communities often facing systemic barriers to accessing basic rights and opportunities. It is in this context that NGOs have stepped up, leveraging their expertise, resources, and grassroots connections to empower these communities and create lasting transformations.

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Challenges Faced by LGBTQ+ Communities in Accessing Mental Health Care in India

This article analyses the multifaceted challenges LGBTQ+ communities encounter in accessing Mental Health Care in India and explores potential avenues for improvement.

India, with its rich cultural diversity, has made significant strides in recent years towards recognising the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. However, despite these advancements, members of the LGBTQ+ community continue to face numerous challenges, particularly in accessing mental health care and social support services. Discrimination, stigma, and lack of understanding contribute to a hostile environment that impedes the well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Call for Applications: Global Youth Peace Fest by Yuvsatta

Yuvsatta (Youth for Peace) is calling for youth applicants of 18-35 years old from all over the world to be part of the Global Youth Peace Fest 2022, which will be held from 30 September to 2 October at the International Youth Centre (IYC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Young people around the world remain optimistic that an inclusive, resilient recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is possible. With creativity and dedication, they are helping develop solutions to make sure communities emerge from the pandemic stronger than before. No doubt it is young people who have experienced the brunt of the pandemic’s impact worldwide. As Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) said, “Young people are less at risk of severe disease and death from COVID-19 but will be the most affected by the long-term consequences of the pandemic, which will shape the world they live and work in for decades to come,”.

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Leadership Skills Required to Become a Strong Prime Minister

Prime ministers’ attitudes, leadership styles, and political talents matter and make a difference. In a context that enables comparison, generalisation, and appraisal, it is essential to establish ways of interpreting and evaluating the elements of prime ministerial leadership and personal style and skills. But, what are the leadership skills required to become a strong prime minister?

In order of importance, vision and political ability come first, followed by interpersonal capability and public relations, with cognitive style and emotional intelligence as less essential variables.

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