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আমি ভয় করবনা, I will not be afraid
A film on the journey of 4th batch of Feminist Leaders who graduated from Azad's Feminist Leadership Program in Kolkata in January 2024.
The Parvaz Feminist Leadership Program by Azad Foundation has been instrumental in empowering women from resource-poor communities, enabling them to become agents of change within their societies. Over the past year, the 4th batch of feminist leaders in Kolkata has embarked on a transformative journey, deeply engaging with their communities to challenge gender norms, promote women’s rights, and create sustainable change. These women, through intensive training and hands-on community work, have demonstrated remarkable dedication to fostering a gender-just ecosystem.
Through a series of residential workshops, these leaders have gained a profound understanding of topics such as gender and patriarchy, non-traditional livelihoods, and governance. They have also honed practical skills like communication, self-defense, and community mobilization. Their interphase work saw them actively engaging with their communities, identifying critical issues, and working tirelessly to address them. These efforts have resulted in significant milestones, such as organizing health and citizenship documentation camps, improving local infrastructure, and linking women to vital social security schemes.
The impact of their work is evident in the lives they have touched. This batch of feminist leaders has supported thousands of women and community members, helping them secure citizenship documents, access social welfare schemes, and combat gender-based violence. They have also played a crucial role in encouraging women to break barriers and pursue the non-traditional livelihood of driving, which is a significant step toward economic independence and empowerment.
The achievements of these feminist leaders are a testament to the power of collective action and the potential of women when given the tools and opportunities to lead. As they continue to drive change in their communities, they embody the spirit of the Parvaz program—giving flight to their ambitions and creating a more equitable and just society for all.
