Friday Stories of Hope: Help for Rape Survivors in India
Posted on Mar 18, 2011 | LEAVE A COMMENT
In a report published March 18, 2011, on IndiaRealtime:
India’s health minister, Ghulam Nabi Azad, has written to federal government hospitals instructing doctors not to conduct vaginal exams –known as “finger tests”- when examining rape victims without their consent.
The report says of the finger test, “In effect, it is a procedure that without informed consent would amount to sexual assault.”
This is a small part of a larger effort to change the way rape victims are examined in Indian hospitals. The effort will seek to give women in India who have been raped a sense of dignity, something that is usually ignored by doctors.
The attention shown by India’s health minister to rape survivors is a positive step towards legal measures that can be taken to honor the dignity of all women of India.
Go HERE to see the full news article.
Monday News: Freedom Sunday
Posted on Mar 14, 2011 | 15 COMMENTS
Yesterday, March 13, was Freedom Sunday.
2,383 churches partnered with Not For Sale, a “Campaign of justice seekers united to fight the global slave trade and end human trafficking,” to watch a Freedom Sunday broadcast (see here, HERE.).
Together, they participated in a global effort to end the slavery of men, women, and children as they themselves gave up their time and comfort as they went hungry for the day and donated the money they would have spent on food to Not For Sale. All funds went to “investigate human trafficking and create new futures for survivors of human trafficking.”
Do you want to take action yourself?
You can participate in your own “Freedom Sunday” and go hungry for a day, then donate the money to an organization fighting for justice, such as Not For Sale and International Princess Project.
Also, wear PUNJAMMIES, wear hope. Help IPP bring that hope and a voice to those who have none in India. See our newest styles, VISIT HERE.
Friday Stories of Hope: CNN Freedom Project
Posted on Mar 11, 2011 | LEAVE A COMMENT
CNN launched it’s CNN Freedom Project this week, and has committed to spending one year fighting to end modern day slavery.
Tuesday, March 8th, CNN focused on modern day slavery in Uttar Presh, India. The story uncovers a band of enslaved workers, making bricks all day everyday to pay off debt. They were brought to a plot of land with promises of work only to become enslaved to a debt they have never seen ledgers for.
The families that work on the lands are illiterate and too afraid to leave, for fear of being beaten.
See the full article and watch the video HERE.
After reporting on Uttar Presh, India and the slavery she witnessed there, CNN’s Sarah Sider met with India’s Labor Secretary Prabhat C. Chaturvedi.
However, when she asked the official if he considered India’s bonded labor modern day slavery, he said, “Absolutely not. It is not slavery. As I said, it is a problem of poverty”
The official contributed India’s “bonded labor” to poverty, and said that India needs to focus on eradicating poverty.
See the full article and watch the video HERE.
Even so, it is exciting to see a large company such as CNN focused on the problem of modern day slavery, in order to “help unravel the complicated tangle of criminal enterprises trading in human life.”
Fleur de Lys hosts IPP “Window to the World”
Posted on Mar 04, 2011 | 16 COMMENTS
Please join International Princess Project at Fleur De Lys Boutique in Costa Mesa California!
March 7 – April 7
International Princess Project is proud to be a part of FLEUR de LYS boutique’s cause-oriented “Window to the World” program where we will showcase a beautiful window display; gorgeous new PUNJAMMIES and Circle of Sisterhood (COS) Bracelets for sale all month (while supplies last); and some fun events as well. We hope to see you there!
Teens’ and Moms PUNJAMMIE Party
Thursday, March 17th
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
More details:
• Check out our models wearing the latest PUNJAMMIE styles
• Shop for PUNJAMMIES, Circle of Sisterhood (COS) Bracelets and more
• Enjoy some sweets and refreshments
• Learn more about human trafficking and trips to India from special guest speakers
• Join the Circle of Sisterhood volunteer group, and sign up for upcoming events
Ladies’ Night PUNJAMMIE Party
Wednesday, March 23rd
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
More details:
• Check out our models wearing the latest PUNJAMMIE styles
• Shop for PUNJAMMIES, Circle of Sisterhood (COS) Bracelets and more
• Enjoy some sweets and refreshments
• Learn more about human trafficking and trips to India from special guest speakers
• Join the Circle of Sisterhood volunteer group, and sign up for upcoming events
Shop & Pamper Experience
Saturday, March 19
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
More details:
• Check out our models wearing the latest PUNJAMMIE styles
• Shop for PUNJAMMIES, Circle of Sisterhood (COS) Bracelets and more
• Feel good knowing 20% of ALL purchases support the work of International Princess Project
• Enjoy coffee and cookies while you browse
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Get a henna treatment (appointments limited; please sign up early!)
• Receive a free bindi with PUNJAMMIES purchase!
• 3:00 PM: Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cooking demo by Chef Anita from Garden Patch Market
• After the cooking demo, learn from our guest speakers about human trafficking and trips to India
• Join the Circle of Sisterhood volunteer group, and sign up for upcoming events
Shop & Pamper Experience
Sunday, March 20
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
More details:
• Check out our models wearing the latest PUNJAMMIE styles
• Shop for PUNJAMMIES, Circle of Sisterhood (COS) Bracelets and more
• Feel good knowing 20% of ALL purchases support the work of International Princess Project
• Enjoy coffee and cookies while you browse
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Get a henna treatment (appointments limited; please sign up early!)
• Receive a free bindi with PUNJAMMIES purchase!
• 3:00 PM: Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cooking demo by Chef Anita from Garden Patch Market
• After the cooking demo, learn from our guest speakers about human trafficking and trips to India
• Join the Circle of Sisterhood volunteer group, and sign up for upcoming events
To check out some of the PUNJAMMIES styles available at FLEUR de LYS this month, visit: www.punjammies.com
To learn more about FLEUR de LYS boutique or to get directions, please visit www.fleurdelysus.com.
For details about Chef Anita and Garden Patch Market, visit: www.gardenpatchmarket.com or Chef Anita’s cooking class meetup: www.meetup.com/Garden-Patch.
Thanks for your support of International Princess Project!
Glimpse Inside a Mumbai Brothel
Posted on Mar 02, 2011 | 15 COMMENTS
This interesting article is about teachers conducting census work in Kamanthipura, the largest concentrated red-light district in the world, located in Mumbai, India.
After finding the brothels “scary to enter with no light or ventilation,” the teachers enlisted the help of Bombay Teen Challenge. “The NGO Bombay Teen Challenge, that works in the area, helped us interact with them and speak with them in their language, some of them were Nepali.”
This article gives a real-life look into the conditions of the brothels the women in India live in. One of the teachers said, “We had to climb two or three floors in dark narrow stairwells to reach the women living there... it was still scary to enter places with no light or ventilation.”
We are so thankful for our friends and partners at Bombay Teen Challenge and the work they are doing in India. Visit their website to learn more about BTC.
Read the full article from Mid-Day News HERE.
Monday News : The Justice Conference
Posted on Feb 28, 2011 | LEAVE A COMMENT
Last weekend, February 11 and 12, the 2011 Justice Conference (http://thejusticeconference.com/ ) was held in Bend, Oregon. International Princess Project was excited to be one of the supporters of this fantastic event. The event's success was marked by 1050 attendees from 8 countries and 26 states.
Everyday Justice from World Relief on Vimeo.
Valentines that Share the LOVE!
Posted on Feb 04, 2011 | LEAVE A COMMENT
Facebook Causes is offering to donate $10 to International Princess Project for any Valentine's Day gift purchased via this specialized link!
This is a great way to send flowers or gifts to your loved ones and show your support and love for ladies in India too. There is no extra cost to you, and the link takes you to a national on-line flower delivery service where you can order as normal.
THANK YOU for supporting the ladies of International Princess Project this Valentine's Day!
Annual Report
Posted on Dec 14, 2010 | 15 COMMENTS
Please click here to download IPP's 09/10 Annual Report and see specifics about how we are working to leverage every bit of resources for the benefit of the courageous ladies in India. THANK YOU for being a part of International Princess Project! IPP 09/10 Annual Report
