Women’s struggles, social movements brought together in new book
Summary
A new research book, Shared Dreams Woven by Struggle, brings together the journeys of 13 women leaders who contributed to Nepal’s social movements. Launched in Lalitpur, the book highlights women’s struggles for land, dignity, justice and equality, including the stories of Uma Devi Badi and Muskan Khatun.
Key Points
- A new research book, Shared Dreams Woven by Struggle, was launched in Lalitpur to document the lives and struggles of 13 women leaders in Nepal’s social movements.
- The book, published by Voices of Women Media, highlights women who challenged discrimination, organised communities and fought for rights, dignity and social justice.
- It includes stories such as Uma Devi Badi’s struggle for land and rights and Muskan Khatun’s fight for justice after surviving an acid attack.
- A panel discussion at the launch focused on women’s leadership and the continuing relevance of social movements, with speakers from activism, parliament and academia.
