Madam's School for Sex Workers
Dusshera Chowk, is a famous red light area with about 200 Commercial Sex Workers (CSW) and 30 - 40 children in Sangli, Maharashtra. Madam Bandawa, who heads the red light area is keen on educating her girls and their children. She teaches everyday between 4-6pm basic reading, writing and math mainly to help with money management for better optimized savings. This story brings the audience closer to the life and experiences of sex workers. It is a sincere attempt to highlight the importance of basic human rights and the right to education.You can help. Contact Mr. Mansoor Chetlu EC Member at New Life by email or visit their website here.This story is brought to you by Our Better World, an initiative of the Singapore International Foundation – sharing stories to inspire good.
