Empowering Adolescent Girls: Inauguration of Sabala Kishori Sangha by Vimukti Pothnal:

Vimukti Charitable Trust organized the inauguration of Sabala Kishori Sangha (Empowered Adolescent Girls Collective) in Kharabdinni village under its ongoing efforts to empower rural adolescent girls. The program was inaugurated with the traditional lighting of the lamp by dignitaries and community leaders. In her opening remarks, Mrs. Jecintha coordinator highlighted the challenges faced by girls aged 11 to 18 in rural areas. Many girls discontinue education after grades 7, 8, or 9, as parents push them into early marriage or send them to work, depriving them of their rights. She stressed the importance of educating girls at least up to grade 12 and making parents aware of the harmful effects of child marriage and school dropouts.

Mr. Charlie Udbal, addressing the gathering, emphasized the saying, When you educate a girl, you open the doors of a school, underlining the role of parents in ensuring equal education for their daughters. He noted that Vimukti aims to form such collectives in 16 villages to create awareness about health, gender equality, and education, enabling girls to become strong and independent. Kumari Parvathi shared her perspective as a member of the newly formed group, saying that the Sangha will help adolescent girls gain knowledge on physical and mental health, education, and gender equality. Former Taluk Panchayat member Mr. Shivarajappa expressed appreciation for Vimukti s continued work for the betterment of women and children and welcomed the formation of girls' collectives as a positive initiative. The event witnessed the participation of over 60 adolescent girls and local leaders including Mr. Amareshappa, Mr. Devappa, Mr. Ramakrishna Hegde, Mr. Sharanabasava, ASHA workers Mrs. Amaramma and assistants Mrs. Eeramma and Mrs. Lourdes. The formation of the Sabala Kishori Sangha marks a significant step toward empowering young girls to claim their rights and shape a brighter future

 

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