And She Grew: Empowered to Empower Others
In our conventional society, widows may be subject to stereotypes, prejudices, stigma, humiliation, and harmful traditional practices with severe consequences. They may face restrictions on their dress, diet, and mobility for years after the death of a spouse. Widowhood can force women out of familial and social structures, leaving them particularly vulnerable to poverty and isolation. A widow in India suffers a lot. However, when the going gets harder, there are those who ri