Badlaav: Pune's catalyst for gender equality and mental health

In a world where gender discrimination still persists, the NGO Badlaav in Pune is leading the charge for change. Dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering girls, the organisation is making waves with its impactful programs aimed at providing counseling, training courses, and raising awareness about menstrual hygiene.

Radhika Dhingra, co-founder, and director of NGO Badlaav, is on a silent crusade against injustice to children in the Pune district of Maharashtra. The NGO holds campaigns and provides counseling at its four centers across Pune to sensitise girls about menstrual hygiene and the stigma surrounding it. 

It aims to uplift girls from marginalised communities through education, skill-building, and advocacy, providing a safe space for them to voice their concerns, seek support, and access resources to thrive.

Badlaav carries out comprehensive counseling and training courses specifically for girls. This year, they have started summer camps for children to engage them, empower them, and address taboo subjects such as menstrual hygiene.