About the Program
The overarching aim of this seminar is to have a comprehensive deliberation on the topic of Menstruation from the perspective of the legal system. Delve into the roots of misogyny surrounding menstruation, highlighting its detrimental effects on gender equality. The crucial link between menstrual health, hygiene, and overall well-being will be emphasized.
By addressing these interrelated issues, the program aims to empower participants with knowledge that promotes a more inclusive and informed society, where menstrual leave is recognized as a fundamental aspect of upholding human rights and achieving gender.
Aim of the Program
- To engage with policymakers, government representatives, and employers to encourage their active participation in discussions and actions related to menstrual awareness, aiming to influence policy changes and workplace practices.
- To actively advocate for policy changes and legal reforms at local, national, and international levels that recognize menstrual leave as a human rights issue, ensuring its inclusion in labor laws and workplace policies.
- To address and combat discrimination, taboos, and stigma associated with menstruation, promoting a cultural shift towards greater acceptance, understanding, and empathy.
Topics of Discussion
Understanding Menstrual Cycles and Addressing them, Associated Taboos, Exploring Human Rights in the Context of Health, and Hygiene, and Examining Policies regarding Menstrual Leave in both Professional and Educational Settings.
Sub-Themes
- Breaking the Silence: Menstrual Cycles and the Taboos We Must Unravel.
- Menstrual Fairness: Human Rights in relation to Health Hygiene and Economy.
- Redefining Inclusivity: Menstrual leave policy at workplaces.
- Redefining Inclusivity: Menstrual leave policy in educational institutions.
Event Details
| S.No. | Resource Persons | Topic | Schedule |
| 1. | Dr. Sujata, Associate Professor in Hindi at Shyam Lal College, University of Delhi | Breaking the Silence: Menstrual Cycles and the Taboos We Must Unravel. | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM |
| 2. | Dr. Veena Roshan Jose, Assistant Professor in Law at Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur. | Menstrual Fairness: Human Rights in relation to Health Hygiene and Economy | 12:00 PM to 01:30 PM |
| 3. | Mr. Krishna Kumar, Assistant Professor in Law at Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, M.P. | Redefining Inclusivity: Menstrual Leave Policy at Workplaces. | 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM |
| 4. | Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Associate Professor in Law at Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur. | Redefining Inclusivity: Menstrual Leave Policy in Educational Institutions. | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM |
Venue
Seminar Hall, DNLU, Jabalpur.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register via the link given at the end of the post.
Registration Fees
No Registration Fees.
Benefits
E-certificates will be provided to all the registered participants.
Contact Details
Kartik Jain: 7725067242
Shubhrangana Pundir: 9205907945
Email ID: menstrualrights@mpdnlu.ac.in
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