December 29, 2017 - Woospire.
India is a land of diversity. Home to a large population, its people speak many languages, follow different cultures and practice all the major religions of the world. It is the biggest democracy in the world. But it is also going through a lot of turmoil and problems. Major issues facing us include corruption, illiteracy, health and hygiene, poverty, women’s safety, infrastructure, environmental problems, etc.
Many people have made major contributions to the Indian society to eradicate such problems. When we think of these social reformers, the names that come to our mind are of Swami Vivekananda, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule, B.R. Ambedkar, etc. We ignore that women have played an equally significant role in bringing social changes and fighting social evils. Here are some of the women who have done some outstanding work in their respective fields and have become an example for other women of the country:
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Jyoti Dhawale
Jyoti is HIV Activist who works for the betterment of People Living with HIV/AIDS across India and the world. She started her work after she was detected HIV positive in 2005 due to medical negligence. She has counselled and guided many HIV patients and suicide-related cases through the medium of the internet and personal meetings. She is also a supporter of LGBT community and LGBT movement in India. Continue reading on Woospire...
