Pappu Kanwar

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Pappu Kanwar is a women’s and disability rights activist from Barmer, Rajasthan. Her journey began with the Zila Saksharta Samiti in Barmer, where she worked on literacy initiatives. Since 2003, she has been a core member of the Zila Viklang Adhikar Manch, advocating for disability rights. She has also been associated with several nonprofit organisations, including Aastha Mahila Sangathan, Digital Empowerment Foundation, and CORO India, and promotes community safety and constitutional awareness as a Suraksha Sakhi and Samvidhan Pracharak.


Areas of expertise

Women's rights, disability justice, digital empowerment


Articles by Pappu Kanwar


Disability rights activist Pappu Kanwar in Barmer, Rajasthan--disability rights

November 14, 2024
An activist fights for gender equality and disability rights in Rajasthan
A day in the life of an activist from Barmer, Rajasthan, who battles ableism, casteism, and violence against women.
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