Shaping Mindsets Today for a More Equal Tomorrow
Gender equality cannot be achieved by empowering only half of society. True transformation begins when both women and men are sensitized, and when gender norms are challenged from a young age. Recognizing this,Jagoo Nari has expanded its focus to engage the youth—both girls and boys—as agents of change.
By sowing seeds of awareness, empathy, and equality early in life,Jagoo Nari is ensuring that the next generation not only benefits from a more just society—but actively helps create it.
Why Focus on Youth?
Young people today are:
- At the cusp of forming values and identities
- More open to change than older generations
- Influencers within their peer groups and families
- Tomorrow’s policymakers, parents, and leaders
However, most of them grow up in environments steeped in traditional gender roles, limiting their ability to question inequality or build respectful relationships.
Jaggo Nari’s Youth and Gender Sensitization program addresses this gap with a grassroots approach that is creative, inclusive, and impact-driven.
Key Pillars of the Program
1. Gender Awareness Workshops in Schools and Colleges
- Interactive sessions on gender roles, stereotypes, consent, and equality
- Discussions on everyday sexism, language, and body autonomy
- Activities that promote empathy and understanding
Impact: Students begin to recognize unconscious biases and build respectful attitudes.
2. Youth Clubs and Gender Circles
Jaggo Nari has initiated “Gender Circles” in villages and urban clusters where boys and girls:
- Discuss social issues like child marriage, domestic violence, menstrual stigma
- Share perspectives in a safe, moderated space
- Plan community campaigns and events together
Impact: Peer-led learning increases participation and sustainability.
3. Training Young Changemakers
Selected youth are trained as Gender Sensitization Ambassadors, who:
- Conduct skits, debates, and awareness drives in schools
- Mentor younger students
- Lead dialogue with parents and elders in their communities
Impact: Youth take ownership of change and inspire others around them.
4. Engaging Boys and Young Men
A unique strength ofJagoo Nari is its focus on transforming male mindsets by:
- Addressing toxic masculinity and peer pressure
- Promoting emotional expression and shared responsibility
- Encouraging male participation in caregiving and domestic work
Impact: A culture of respect and collaboration replaces dominance and division.
Real-Life Impact: Stories from the Ground
???? Ravindra, 17, from Maharashtra, used to tease girls at school. After attendingJagoo Nari’s gender workshop, he not only stopped but became a peer educator who now teaches others about boundaries and respect.
???? Priya, 16, in Bihar, was shy and silent. Through her Gender Circle, she learned to speak up. She recently gave a talk on gender equality at a village fair attended by 500 people.
???? Gender Clubs in Chhattisgarh now perform street plays against child marriage, led entirely by teens.
Addressing the Digital Generation
In today’s world, youth are constantly online.Jagoo Nari integrates digital sensitization modules, teaching:
- Online safety and cyber etiquette
- Combating digital harassment
- Promoting positive, inclusive content creation
Result: Young people learn to use the internet as a tool for expression and empowerment, not harm.