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LinkedIn is a platform designed for professional networking, job searching, and career development. It serves as a space for individuals to connect with professionals, share industry insights, and grow in their careers. However, it is not intended for following updates on Bollywood or the personal lives of Bollywood people. Such content can easily be found on platforms like Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and others that are more suited for entertainment news. By bringing this kind of information onto LinkedIn, we are diluting its primary purpose and turning it into something it was never meant to be. Let’s maintain the integrity of this platform by focusing on its core objective: building professional relationships, finding opportunities, and advancing in our careers. Let’s respect LinkedIn as a valuable tool for growth and keep the focus on content that adds value to our professional lives.

A INITIATIVE BY RAKSHAK FOUNDATION What about young women who are coerced into marrying guys who are decades older than them and being forced out of school? What about young women who feel compelled to become pregnant and give birth before their bodies are ready? What about young women who refuse to marry someone they do not love, or who produce daughters instead of sons and are viciously assaulted with acid by males or even their own families? What about young girls who see their own family members brutally severing their genitalia with ancient razor blades while holding them down with force? What about every little girl who, just because she is a girl, is denied an education and the opportunity to better herself? #rakshak #jodhpur #teamwork #stopacidattack website :https://lnkd.in/dbyhfXqt

Recently two women in West Bengal’s Coochbehar were outed on a local news channel “Khaboriya 24” without their #consent. The incident happened around a public lake in the Sagardighi area, where an alleged passerby ‘photojournalist’ took a video of two women kissing. The channel ran the footage on their news channel for a few hours. Later they took it down citing that one of the girl’s parents had ‘apologized’ to the channel. When approached by Kolkata’s #queer collective, “Sappho For Equality”, for an explanation, the channel apologized. However, in their apology they mentioned “this kind of intimacy in open belittles the Raj Heritage of Cooch Bihar.” Whether ‘kissing’ in public is an ‘obscene’ act remains open for interpretation, photographing and shooting others in public without their consent is a clear violation of privacy and thus, illegal. What is more concerning here is the channel outed these two young women without their consent, which can deeply hinder their safety. Moreover, in targeting two women kissing, the channel is bringing a moral angle to the narrative and spreading homophobia, whose harmful effects go beyond just these two women and affect the entire queer community of the country. Hate crimes against the queer community is quite common, lesbian women are especially vulnerable. Media channels have the added responsibility of portraying marginalized groups without homophobic undertones. Yet this incident clearly reveals any lack of sensitization towards the queer community. Is moral policing of public spaces more important than the safety and wellbeing of two human beings? What are your thoughts on this incident? Let us know in the comments. #queerrights #privacymatters #queercouple #westbengal

Yesterday was a humbling experience as I stepped into Viklang Sahara Samiti Delhi with Crack-ED for An Initiative-"Taking Action for Diversity and Inclusion". Witnessing the indomitable spirit of individuals with disabilities left me speechless. Despite facing challenges, they radiated confidence, patience, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. Their determination to earn respect through hard work and independence was truly inspiring. As I interacted with them, I couldn't help but wonder: How do we perceive and treat individuals with disabilities in our society? What biases do we carry, and how can we overcome them to create a more inclusive world? - Their stories of resilience and perseverance made me reflect on my own journey. - Have I ever let obstacles hold me back? - What skills and qualities do I possess that can contribute to breaking down barriers for others? Yesterday, I had the privilege of giving Neelam a token to join our initiative. Her bright smile and determination speak volumes about the importance of inclusion. Moments like these remind us why breaking barriers and celebrating diversity matters. I'm grateful for this opportunity. Thanks to Debojit Sen, Co-founder of Crack-ED, who believed in me and allowed me to be part of such a meaningful initiative. Let's work together. Let's challenge norms and create a world where everyone's talents are valued. Together, we can #CrackEDthebarrier #grateful #opportunity #inclusion #diversity #determination #inspiration #breakthebarriers LinkedIn Guide to Creating

Is the new anti-rape bill recently passed by the West Bengal Assembly that proposes life imprisonment for convicted rapists and capital punishment for rape resulting in the death or vegetative state of the victim, special task force to accelerate investigations, dedicated fast track courts etc., the answer to the grave ill infecting our society or will it take so much more than new laws and better enforcement agencies to change this terrible mindset of abuse, manipulation and violence against a thriving life of a woman? I guess no answer is the right response as there are so many dimensions to this historical exploitation. The key issue is what we as human beings can do at our individual levels to address this serious issue that every woman faces once she hits adolescence (or unfortunately even much earlier). I strongly believe that the story of shaping a young mind starts with the family as children learn from watching adults rather than listening to their sermons. So, we need to ask: are we showing respect to women in our houses, are their voices being heard, do they get equal say in decision making regardless of economic dependence, are they the last one to eat and relax in the family, are they being talked over by husbands and other family members or being abused or illtreated, are their mood swings and health issues being addressed well, do they get to choose what to watch on the TV or the music to play or the vacations to go, are their dreams and wishes dispensable and without consequence, are the sons getting preference over the daughters and so many more such questions. There are so many small and big dynamics in the family that a young boy watches and incorporates while growing up and (coupled with various historic socio-cultural paradigms) either treats a woman at an individual level as a lesser mortal and hence, a dispensable property or a strong influencer in his life that needs to be treated with respect and dignity like any other person. While the state institutions will do what they need to do (or not do), let us take the rights steps of bringing up wise and discerning boys at our homes. As a women and a mother of two boys, I hope I am doing my due! #antirape #criminallaws #women #womenabuse #societyabuse #rapelaws Sanat SharmaPuneet JhinganAnupriya Agarwal

Happy Ambedkar Jayanti! Wishing everyone a meaningful B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti! Let's draw inspiration from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's relentless pursuit of equality and work towards creating a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed. #socialmediamarketing #celebration #specialday #marcom #digitalmarketing #brandawareness #brambedkarjayanti2024 #socilamediamarketer #socialmediabusiness #contentmarketing

The Humanity Foundation of India hosted a powerful and life-changing Anti-Dowry Awareness Event at Sandhauli Gaon, and the message is clear: It’s time to end dowry—forever. Dowry is not just a tradition; it’s a chain that has shackled our society for far too long, crushing the hopes, dreams, and dignity of countless women. It’s time to break that chain! No more excuses, no more silence. The pain and suffering caused by dowry stops with us. At the event, hundreds of people made a bold promise: to NEVER take or give dowry, and to stand up against this injustice. This is more than a vow—it’s a fight for equality, for respect, for a future where marriages are based on love, not transactions. We call on everyone to join this movement. Refuse to be part of a system that devalues women. Refuse to let another woman’s worth be measured by a price tag. Together, we can make dowry a thing of the past—but we need YOU to take a stand! Let’s build a future where dignity, respect, and love are the only foundations of marriage. #NoDowry #EndDowryNow #DowryKills #BreakTheChain #RespectWomen #EqualityForAll #StopDowry #LoveNotMoney #DowryFreeIndia #StandForChange

Happy Raksha Bandhan to my linkedin family If you thought Raksha Bandhan is celebrated only between brother and sister then that's not true. 1. It's a bond of brotherhood and sisterhood. Rakhi can be tied between friends, to a teacher, a colleague, a soldier or even to a stranger. 2. Rakhi need not be something fancy, rather it can even be a simple thread or a band. 3. It does not create any life long obligation to maintain that relationship. 4. There is no obligation for the brother to reciprocate with any gift or money. 5. If you tie to a colleague it does not mean the end of any future love and friendship between you and him. It's symbolic and it's the feeling of brotherhood and sisterhood that's more important. Sharing a photo with my bestie (and colleague) with our respective brothers. #futurewoman #networking #womenindata #knowledgesharing #worklifebalance

*The Maharashtra govt has decided to include the mother's name on all official documents starting May 1st. This rule applies to individuals born on or after May 1st, 2014, with the exception of orphans. It aims to ensure that the mother's name is included on documents such as birth certificates, educational records, and ID cards. Married women have the option to use conventional naming system with their husband's name. This move recognizes important role of mothers, as traditionally, only the father's name was featured on official documents.* *Greater Inclusivity: This decision acknowledges crucial role mothers play & ensures their equal representation alongside fathers in official records* *Evolving Family Structures: The move aligns with the changing landscape of families, recognising diverse ways individuals identified.* *Promoting Equality: By mandating mothers' names, the government emphasises the significance of both parents in a child's life.* #maharashtra

https://lnkd.in/guB23ZEJ Addressing the Plight of Transgender Individuals in Prisons: A Call to Action for Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh The treatment of transgender individuals in prisons is a pressing concern. Discrimination, harassment, and denial of basic rights are commonplace. To address this, we must: 1. Implement separate housing for transgender prisoners 2. Provide training on transgender sensitivity and rights for prison staff 3. Ensure access to medical care and counseling 4. Protect against violence and harassment Let's work together to create a more inclusive and just prison system. Share this post and engage with relevant authorities to drive change. #TransgenderRights #PrisonReform #Inclusion #Punjab #Haryana #Chandigarh #LGBTQ