June 5, 2025
Building a case for my freedom in rural Rajasthan
A young woman in Rajsamand takes small yet persistent actions to challenge deep-rooted social norms, within her family and in the community at large.
Pooja Kumari is part of a voluntary collective called Avsar, which connects rural youth to education and social sector opportunities. Earlier, she worked with the School for Democracy on constitutional values and rights, and helped create inclusive, community-led rural libraries. She is pursuing a master’s in education from Azim Premji University, Bhopal.
Constitutional values, youth mentoring