This podcast explores the taboo topics that often left undiscussed in South Asian contexts. Indu, an organization that combats domestic violence in South Asian communities across the U.S., delves into topics surrounding abuse, allyship, healthy relationships, and normalization of the subordination of women in popular media.
Tasmina Ahmed, from Turning Point for Women and Families, speaks with Vasudha about how customs can often be packaged as religiously sanctioned to justify abuse against women. She speaks about the need for inclusivity within South Asian organizations and the importance of culture-specific aid.
Kavya talks to Annesa Tabassum about her abusive marriage, and the stigma about divorce in the South Asian community.
Vasudha and Aleena discuss how the show Indian Matchmaking reinforces the idea of a "passive" woman as desirable while projecting castist, racist, colorist, and (generally exclusionary) opinions about matchmaking.
Kavya, Sanah and Simmi discuss domestic violence against LGBTQ+ peoples, and how colonial remnants still continue to influence social norms.
Aleena and Payal talk about educational abuse in South Asian communities and how women might be limited in pursuing higher education.
Sanah and Michael discuss how abusers can attempt to control by limiting access or accumulation of funds, and give tips on how to practice boundaries.
Tulika speaks with immigration lawyers--Katie and Maria--discussing the legal options for immigrant victims of intimate partner violence.
Iman and Manal explore why survivors might feel threatened by law enforcement, and explore other options for seeking help.
Jake and Simmi chat with the founder and head of Tresurher, Anushay Chaudhry, about reproductive abuse and normalization of sexual coercion in South Asian communities.
Jake and Manal talk about the increase in IPV and child abuse during this worldwide pandemic, and how we all can be allies in this unprecedented time.
Manal chats with Nalini Chaturvedi, a domestic violence survivor, about abuse and ally ship in the South Asian community.
Annaika and Dhyan tackle how taboos in the South Asian community of engaging in sexual or romantic relationships. They explore how normalizing relationships may lead to higher self-esteem and make help more accessible in cases on IPV.
Iman and Annaika explore control as a form of abuse, how to identify red flags, and ways to approach someone experiencing abuse.
Simmi and Dhyan discuss how men can be better allies to women, what it takes to be a feminist and how male privilege translates to South Asian culture.
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