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Society for People Action in Rural Service and Health (SPARSH)
Speaker
Dr. Dilip Barsagade
Domain
Women's Empowerment
City
Gadchiroli, Maharashtra
Vision
Empowering deprived and vulnerable section of the society particularly tribal, dalit, women and children by protection human rights, capacity building, mobilization and creating health awareness through various methods and activities.
Mission
To organize and empower the most disadvantaged section of society for sustainable and comprehensive development leading to improved quality of living.
The meaning of the word “SPARSH” is touch, the organization is fighting for the touch of women in during their menstruation.
SPARSH is uniquely dedicated to addressing deeply entrenched and harmful practices like the “Kurma” custom, where tribal women are forced into isolation and untouchability during their menstrual period. This practice, which confines women to the outskirts of villages, not only endangers their health and dignity but perpetuates social discrimination and gender inequality. SPARSH’s efforts represent a transformative movement towards eradicating regressive customs and fostering a culture of inclusion, health, and human dignity.