Understanding Structural Violence against Women in Farm Suicide-Affected Regions in India

28-29 August 2024 This consultation was organised by MAKAAM in collaboration with NRAS and Pune University’s Gender Studies Department. Participants came from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Punjab. The consultation aimed to discuss the gendered impact of farm suicides, foster cross-learning, and develop advocacy strategies for a comprehensive […]

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Enhancing Helplines to Reduce Farmer Suicides in AP

December 21, 2023 An awareness meeting organized on December 21, 2023, at the Kadiri office of REDS in Satya Sai district included FPO leaders, women farmers, and survivors of various social issues. The meeting covered the operations of the Kisan Mitra helpline and issues facing tenant farmers, with local volunteers […]

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National Consultation in New Delhi, 2020

Hosted by MAKAAM and UN Women, this consultation took place on 27th and 28th January at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. It was attended by over 70 participants, including members of national and international press. As a part of the consultation, delegations of women farmers and activists met officials from […]

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Survey by MAKAAM Maharashtra, 2019:

In September-October 2018 MAKAAM Maharashtra conducted a survey on the situation of 505 women farmers from farm suicide affected households of 11 districts of Marathwada and Vidarbha regions of Maharashtra. Officially 14 districts of the state are considered as farm suicide affected districts. The survey focused on the implementation of […]

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