Nishtha was represented by Dr. Barbara at the Congress of the International Medical Women’s Association which took place in Vienna from July 28th to 31st 2016. This colourful and stimulating event was attended by participants from 75 counties who met to discuss challenges facing the next generation of medical practitioners. Our associate, Dr. Edith Gahleitner talked about “Health Consequences of Violence Against Women in Rural North India”, a subject she researched while working with the Nishtha Single Women’s team of activists. We are very proud that she was honoured with the prestigious Lore Antoine prize for her thesis. With her input we aim to establish a mental health program at Nishtha to help survivors of domestic violence. Our poster on holistic health care in rural North India prepared to advertise our work at the Congress stimulated a great deal of interest.
The poster is available for download by clicking here.
