Children Come First
By Raj Kumar If you see or read about the lives of the world’s greatest leaders, poets, scientists, humanitarians and […]
The Right to Nose Studs
For generations the women of Shivani Karan’s family have worn a traditional khil, or nose-stud. The 15-year-old girl decided the
Family Relief At Last
By Amala Seyon Diane’s son, 13, sensed something had changed, but he couldn’t quite put his finger on it. Here
Cruelty-Free Classrooms
BY SWAMI SATYAMAYANANDA No child understands violent methods, be he Indian, American or Chinese. A child undergoing traumatic experiences inevitably
Baby Massage
By Vatsala Sperling Beautiful, precious, what a joy. This is how mothers, even those who have experienced the most difficult
Spouse Abuse
By Lavina Melwani Just four words can too often sum up the life of an Indian woman. “Kallaanalum kanavan pullaanalum
Daughters at Risk
Madhu Kishwar, editor of Manushi magazine and a renowned champion of the oppressed in India, offers her analysis of domestic
Meet Yogi Hari
“The most effective way to teach children anything is to live it yourself,” says Leela Mata. She is wife of
5 Ways to Combat Domestic Violence
The American Bar Association’s Commission on Domestic Violence says, “Domestic violence affects us all. The justice system is struggling with
Postpartum Blues?
By Vatsala Sperling Pregnancy, childbirth and parenting present intense challenges for all women, challenges that are compounded in industrialized societies