Shagufta is a determined and passionate young woman who is breaking barriers and challenging societal norms in her community. As a woman with a disability, she understands the challenges faced by women and girls with disabilities and is committed to becoming a voice for their rights and empowerment.
"I believe that women with disabilities are capable of achieving greatness, but they need support and opportunities. I want to be that voice and catalyst for change in my community." - Shagufta
Baithak
The session highlights achievements of community led behavioural change initiatives for addressing GBV and child marriage. Aawaz II communities share messages on the negative consequences of GBV and child marriage such as physical and psychological harm on women and girls. Community volunteers, from diverse groups will highlight best practices which worked for attitudinal shift in local communities against GBV and child marriage. Youth volunteers from KP and Punjab will share how their voluntary awareness raising sessions resulted changing social norms for redressal of GBV and child marriage issues.
