People who risk their lives to build our Homes

The construction sector, today, is one of the biggest job providers. India has seen a construction boom in recent years as incomes rise and cit...

Remedying a Greek Tragedy

In a small corner of Athens in Greece, everyday, a group of migrant women gather- not to formulate protests or prepare speeches, but to teach.

Classes range from se...

Hard hats and Chappals

Construction is the second largest economic activity in India after agriculture. The Indian construction industry employs over 35 million people and creates assets worth ov...

Freedom Business Offers Indian Sex Workers Alternative To Red Light District

An Indian quilt and bag company which employs women trapped in the sex trade has appointed two former sex workers to its board, its co-founder said, calling the move a firs...

New Law To Make 26 Week Maternity Compulsory In Private Sector

This has to be the less debated reform from the government, luckily. Henceforth working women in private sector may soon be entitled to 26-week maternity leave under the ne...

Gender Parity To Boost India's Economic Growth: IMF

As per a recent IMF study, India’s GDP can expand by 27 percent if the number of women workers increases to the same level as that of men. This is much higher than th...