Baala and Tele Story have collaborated to end period illiteracy across the world.

The story of a girl who quit comfort to bring a change. Bringing Positive Change to many deep rooted social problems. Education if used with a purpose can bring big change At a very young age of 23, Soumya has done what many at 50 also haven’t. She initiated Project Baala with the grant received by her from Warwick University. Having travelled across 5 continents extensively - she holds a deep passion for bridging the gap she has seen around the world. She compliments this passion with years of experience on the field in and outside India. Working in rural Haryana and Delhi slums introduced her to the reality of many deep rooted social problems that gained a global perceptive with her work experience in the rural of Ghana and South Africa. Soumya comes from New Delhi and is an Economist from the University of Warwick. Her academic background very ably supports her passion and experience in community development and understanding of the economic development of the girls. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

One of out every five girls in rural girls in India drop out of school when they start menstruating. Join us to eliminate this trade-off between education and sanitation. It's your power to empower! Visit us on www.projectbaala.com

A description about Project Baala, an initiative to improve menstrual practices in India.