more-in Two stories published by The Hindu have won the prestigious Laadli Media and Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity, 2017. Assistant editor Jyoti Shelar’s story ‘The conflict within: Parsis and gender rights’ which looked at one of India’s most progressive communities facing a conflict between liberal and orthodox viewpoints on women’s equality published on May 22, 2017 won her the award. Independent journalist Puja Changoiwala’s report on Maharashtra’s Manodhairya Yojana, meant to provide immediate relief to victims of sexual assault but which has been hampered by sub-par implementation got her the award. The two stories were among those chosen from over 1,500 entries received in various categories from across the country. The awards by Population First, a communications and advocacy initiative were presented by development journalist P. Sainath and other leaders from media and development sectors on Monday in New Delhi. “The Laadli Media Awards prove that even in the worst situations there is hope because there are many who are being true to their profession in journalism, showing great sensitivity and compassion, raising critical questions about gender inequality, discrimination and violence and showing a mirror to our politicians and all of us,” Dr. A.L. Sharada, director of Population First said. “They are role models for many aspiring journalists and media persons. We honour them with pride” she added.

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