Digital Didi Changing Mindsets, Practices and Narratives
Kiran Kumari, a resident of Brinda, Jharkhand, serves as a catalyst for rural employment and women’s empowerment through her Common Service Centre in the remote areas of Giridih. Her impactful contributions to Digital India services, including Jeevan Praman, Aadhar enrollment, Banking, Railway Ticketing, and Stree Swabhiman, have earned her recognition, including the prestigious Digital India Award in 2015 presented by the Prime Minister of India.
Kiran’s commitment extends beyond conventional digital services as she actively collaborates with Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to raise awareness among women and generate income. A notable aspect of her work revolves around menstrual hygiene management, where she addresses the prevalent silence, lack of awareness, and limited accessibility to menstrual hygiene products in the community.
In alignment with the Digital India Programme, Kiran spearheads community initiatives focusing on Menstrual Hygiene Management. She tackles issues related to poor awareness and associated taboos surrounding menstruation, playing a pivotal role in the production of sanitary napkins through collaboration with Self-Help Groups (SHGs). Kiran’s efforts transcend traditional boundaries, as she actively contributes to digital services in her village and initiates programs to empower girls through employment opportunities in rural BPOs and Telemedicine services developed within the village. Kiran Kumari stands as a beacon of digital empowerment, breaking barriers, and fostering positive change in her community.
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