Period Poverty: A Global Crisis in Menstrual Health
Kettie John (SOH ‘27) and Sophia Urdinola (SOH ‘27) reflect on the pressing issue of period poverty and explain the significant impact it has on menstruators worldwide.
From Garden to Plate: Fighting Iron Deficiency with Project RISHI's Cooking Event
Director of Fundraising Ahlay Hussain (SOH ‘27) reflects on the Project RISHI Cooking Event, which aimed to inform students and community members about Iron Deficiency Anemia while cooking an iron-rich meal!
RISHI SPOTLIGHT: Cora Palomar’s Dedication to Championing Women’s Health
Cora Palomar-Nelson (Initiatives ‘26) reflects on her internship experience at the Alliance for Citizenship Engagement (ACE), which deepened her interest in women’s health and inspired her to join Georgetown Project RISHI.
Fundraising and Cultural Engagement on Campus
Co-Vice President of Finance Karina Long (CAS ‘25) and Fundraising team member Ahlay Hussain (SOH ‘27) reflect on our fundraising and cultural engagement events on campus this year.
Modern Day Slavery: The Plight of Migrant Kiln Workers
Aashvi Bist (SOH ‘27) reflects on the injustices endured by migrant kiln workers in Rajasthan. Georgetown Project RISHI in collaboration with GSVS has launched several initiatives to address migrant health and livelihood in this region.
History, Livelihood, Culture & Women’s Health in Rajasthan
Amara Saleem (SFS ‘26) reflects on Rajasthan’s vibrant history and culture and Georgetown Project RISHI’s work in Ajmer, Rajasthan.
Georgetown Project RISHI x Health Education Workshops
Happy February! Welcome back to a new semester full of new and ongoing project updates. This month’s blog focuses on our recent workshops in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) education and Menstrual Health education!
Beyond RISHI: How Our Members Live Our Values in the World
Sanchi Gupta (Co-President ‘24) and Harnoor Sachar (Initiatives ‘26) reflect on how they’ve carried RISHI’s values into internships and work outside of RISHI.
Period Stigma: The Power of Periods
Happy Halloween! Welcome back to our monthly blog series on Georgetown Project RISHI’s work and in-depth health research. This month’s blog focuses on the history of period stigma, the importance of menstrual health education, and how our EcoFemme project works to address menstrual health challenges!
Georgetown Project RISHI x Lucky Shakti Leaf Workshop
Happy October! This blog is the second in a series of monthly blogs published by Georgetown Project RISHI to keep you updated on our work and community.
India Trip 2023 and Fall Recruiting!
Happy September! This blog is the first in a series of monthly blogs published by Georgetown Project RISHI to keep you updated on our work and community.