As Hindu community celebrates the grand festival of Navratri, Christian community joins it in their own way by spreading the message of respecting women. The community organised a discussion on ‘Know yourself’ at Dhar Kothi, Indore, raising the concern of female protection by sensitizing boys on Monday.
The event was organised for boys studying in class VIth to XIIth and residing in underprivileged areas in Indore. Around 30 boys from different slums of Indore city participated.
Through creative skit play, the boys presented their problems. They openly discussed their issues related to them especially about the physical changes after the childhood.
A participating youngster, 17-year-old Abhishek Chauhan said, “As I grew up, I was not asked to be careful or not to go out of the houses late nights, but my sister is. Though it gives me freedom, but it also makes me feel less cared for and worried about. In my family much attention is paid to the safety of my sisters, but I do not have to worry about it. So, it is kind of obvious that everything I do whether it is indulging in games, teasing or drinks, it is acceptable for my family.”
Similar issues were raised and admitted by boys. On hearing their side, field expert Kumud Singh heading the discussion, comforted them and suggested open discussions with family members.
“When we are given freedom and power, then we are expected to be responsible, even if your parents are not voicing it out,” Singh said. He quoted the importance of recognising the need to discuss and involve young boys into familial environment.
Head coordinator of the event Sr Rosina Joseph said that our aim is only one - equality among families. Family is our first and last school. “We believe that our thoughts are the centre of our personality development, therefore, it is very important to change our thinking,” she said.
Participant Vansh Dongre found the discussion profitable and said, “When I started growing physically; I was confused. Then I had a friendly talk with my uncle but many questions were still unanswered. Through today's discussion, many of my questions became clear. I am very happy about it.”
“Children and youth do not have to be afraid of their physical changes but to understand it positively,” Sr Ganga Rawat said. She added that enabling boys to be responsible and smarter can pave the way for a safer world for women in the country.
The event was organised for boys studying in class VIth to XIIth and residing in underprivileged areas in Indore. Around 30 boys from different slums of Indore city participated.
Through creative skit play, the boys presented their problems. They openly discussed their issues related to them especially about the physical changes after the childhood.
A participating youngster, 17-year-old Abhishek Chauhan said, “As I grew up, I was not asked to be careful or not to go out of the houses late nights, but my sister is. Though it gives me freedom, but it also makes me feel less cared for and worried about. In my family much attention is paid to the safety of my sisters, but I do not have to worry about it. So, it is kind of obvious that everything I do whether it is indulging in games, teasing or drinks, it is acceptable for my family.”
Similar issues were raised and admitted by boys. On hearing their side, field expert Kumud Singh heading the discussion, comforted them and suggested open discussions with family members.
“When we are given freedom and power, then we are expected to be responsible, even if your parents are not voicing it out,” Singh said. He quoted the importance of recognising the need to discuss and involve young boys into familial environment.
Head coordinator of the event Sr Rosina Joseph said that our aim is only one - equality among families. Family is our first and last school. “We believe that our thoughts are the centre of our personality development, therefore, it is very important to change our thinking,” she said.
Participant Vansh Dongre found the discussion profitable and said, “When I started growing physically; I was confused. Then I had a friendly talk with my uncle but many questions were still unanswered. Through today's discussion, many of my questions became clear. I am very happy about it.”
“Children and youth do not have to be afraid of their physical changes but to understand it positively,” Sr Ganga Rawat said. She added that enabling boys to be responsible and smarter can pave the way for a safer world for women in the country.