Bhargavi Davar: Human Rights in India on Madness Radio
How does the legacy of colonialism affect mental health in India? Are women’s rights, spiritual freedom, and ant-colonialism intertwined? Do women who choose a path of spiritual renunciation have the same freedom as men? Where are human rights more respected: in traditional temples, or in hospital locked wards?
Bhargavi Davar’s mother Bapu was a psychiatric abuse survivor persecuted for her religious devotion. Bapu’s struggle inspired Bhargavi to found the Bapu Trust, where she leads advocacy for mental health reform and community development throughout Asia. Bhargavi is also a lead organizer with INTAR, the International Network Towards Alternatives for Recovery.
www.baputrust.com http://bit.ly/1Mkn3u9 http://bit.ly/1TY2Ap0
www.intar.org
https://www.hrw.org/news/2014/12/03/india-women-disabilities-locked-away-and-abused
