Women’s human rights deserve more importance than they are accorded in many societies. Every woman deserves her dignity and respect at home and in the workplace as much as any man – if not more. The term, ‘Human rights’ refers to the basic rights to which all human beings are entitled. The United Nations Universal Declaration [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Thursday, June 19, 2008
“I promise to learn…if you agree to polish my shoes whenever the maid takes the day off!” “No, no, no!” I had stormed out yesterday leaving my Mum baffled and Shabbi Auntie angry, when she brought in yet another rishta-seeking brigade. Can you blame me? Who do these women think they are, bringing along all the [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Tuesday, May 6, 2008
“Education for all is important for three reasons. First, education is a right. Second, education enhances individual freedom. Third, education yields important development benefits.” John Daniel, UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for Education. How committed are the South Asian nations to promoting education for all? How focused, indeed, are they on building their future? At the Millennium Summit in [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Saturday, April 12, 2008
The ring was beautiful. She couldn’t take her eyes off it. The solitaire shone with all its brilliance, and mesmerized her. She knew instantly, the ring she was to choose for her engagement would have to be the one she held in her hand. “I love it!” she squealed with delight. “So be it, darling.” He replied [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Friday, March 28, 2008
Human societies have traditionally been male-dominated, owing to the male’s superior physical strength. However, as higher intellectual concerns gained importance, change became inevitable in the status quo with some cultures being more receptive while others, resistant. Over the last hundred years, Western societies have seen a change in attitude, with emancipation and empowerment of women bringing [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Thursday, March 20, 2008
Mental illness affects people around the world, transforming their lives into a continuous struggle for preservation of their dignity and human rights in societies that do not always understand them. “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights” -The Universal Declaration of Human Rights Throughout history, mental illness has been associated with factors like [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Murad Ali lay huddled on his charpoy, cursing the cold weather. The winter chill was at its peak in the small village bordering the forest. Murad’s small hut barely held itself together, and the icy winds twirled their way carelessly through it. Despairingly, he looked at the children. ‘They’d probably freeze to death, by the time [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Thursday, February 28, 2008
Raniya peered out as the huge airliner glided smoothly through the clouds. Her mother, Jehan Ara, sat in the adjacent seat, deeply engrossed in her reading. She unbuckled her seatbelt and took a deep sigh, “Here I come Ahsan!” Eighteen, and full of dreams, Raniya sat thinking about her fiancé with a gentle smile playing on [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Friday, February 22, 2008
Hello? Zareen Auntie? THANK GOD I found you! You’ve just GOT to help me! Zara? What’s the matter, dear? It’s a NIGHTMARE…its…its…how could it be HAPPENING? I jus’ can’t… Sweetheart…calm down, now… Oh, Zareen Auntie…you’re the ONLY one who can help… Zara, is everybody alright? No…everything’s ruined! I don’t know what we’ll do…you’ve got to come! WHAT’S THE MATTER? Mum will never make [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Tuesday, February 12, 2008
The joy and pride of loving, and the pain of betrayal… A teacup in my hand, I sit here quietly pondering, And watch the day unfold A long, enduring journey… Sonya sat at the kitchen table early Monday morning with a cup of hot tea. She had some time to herself before setting off to her job, and [...]
Written by Tahera Sajid | Saturday, July 26, 2008
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