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Narratives on Women's Issues Vol 2: Women Power (ebook)

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The document, Narratives on Women's Issues Vol 2: Women Power, is an anthology published by the International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) and edited by Shashi Kadapa and Tom Block. The theme of the volume is to highlight how women use their power and position to help others. The book features contributions from thirteen writers from diverse geographic origins and ethnicity, including India, Japan, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Bangladesh, U.S., Mauritius, and Papua New Guinea.

The document, Narratives on Women's Issues Vol 2: Women Power, is an anthology published by the International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) and edited by Shashi Kadapa and Tom Block. The theme of the volume is to highlight how women use their power and position to help others. The book features contributions from thirteen writers from diverse geographic origins and ethnicity, including India, Japan, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Bangladesh, U.S., Mauritius, and Papua New Guinea.

Key Narratives and Contributors:

  • "Of Maai and Women Vigilantes" by Shashi Kadapa:

    • Tells the story of Sindhutai Sapkal ("Maai"), an abused and abandoned woman in India who started an orphanage and fought for the rehabilitation of tribal villagers.

    • Details the formation and actions of the Gulabi Gang (Pink Gang) in Banda, India, a group of women vigilantes who confront abusers and corrupt people.

    • Mentions the Red Brigade (formed in 2011 in Lucknow by Usha Vishwakarma) and the Green Gang (Varanasi region) as other groups focused on self-defense and closing down liquor/gambling dens.

  • "This is MY Land" by Marlene Dee Gray Potoura:

    • Recounts her experiences living through the Bougainville Crisis war in Papua New Guinea, starting in 1988 due to issues with the Panguna Copper Mine.

    • She now uses writing and teaching to help students heal from trauma.

  • "Forged from Struggle" by Melissa Jerry-Stoute:

    • A narrative exploring the identity of an Afro-Trinidadian and Indo-Trinidadian woman, Adanna, whose ancestors were affected by slavery and indentureship.

    • Adanna becomes an editor and starts a movement to empower Trinidadian women, giving voice to those who have been marginalized.

  • "I Am a Woman, Hear My Roar" by Gabrielle Mohamed:

    • A fictional narrative about a true event involving Winyow, a young Arawak girl from the village of Manawarin, Guyana, who sues the City of Georgetown to gain rights for her unregistered people.

  • "Of Oaths and Stethoscopes" by Leena Auckel:

    • Tells the story of Dr. Sarita, a female doctor posted to a community centre in Grovefield, Manutius, who faces initial skepticism from patients who are not used to a lady doctor.

    • She gains the community's trust by treating neglected women's health issues, saving a child's life, and implementing health programs.

  • "Little Ripples" by Priscilla Ametorpe Goka:

    • Features three women making an impact in Ghana: Janet Ocloo (Deputy Chief Biomedical Scientist and Public Health Promoter), Surv. Dr. Victoria Aboah (President of Women in Surveying), and Surv. Matilda Browne (Principal Lands Officer).

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