April Fool’s Day makes it pretty difficult to believe what we’re reading online at face value. For one day a year, outlandish headlines appear in our news feeds, and we read, comforted by the expectation of an “April Fools!” at the end. But what about the headlines that aren’t for laughs? We’ve collected a list of recent stories with headlines that sound so ridiculous they could be a satirical joke — but unfortunately, are all too real. They’re a reminder to us of how absurd gender inequality really is today.
This Non-governmental organization addresses issues relating to women and children (especially girls), the most vulnerable people. Concerns are dealt with as touching sustained livelihood for women and children. Matters regarding rape, child abuse, violence towards women and children, FGM - are set at top priority. 24 hour Help lines are available, seminars and workshops are organised and welfare programs are provided for women, children and widows.
