The Kural

Cross Global Asia Foundation
  • 5.0 (3)
  • NON-PROFIT
  • MONTHLY

The Kural is presented by Cross Global. This podcast features conversations with abolitionists, activists, Government officials, and leaders fighting some of the world’s most challenging humanitarian issues. In every episode, we will discover more about Human Trafficking and how we can take a step - a little or a big - by using our voice to End Human Trafficking in our lifetime.

Episodes

  1. (தமிழ்) 12 years of Bonded Labour | Survivor Leadership | Mrs. Pachaiyammal

    05/10/2023

    (தமிழ்) 12 years of Bonded Labour | Survivor Leadership | Mrs. Pachaiyammal

    Pachaiyammal was enslaved in a rock quarry in South India for twelve years. From being forced into bonded labour at 16, to becoming a voice for her community, Pachaiyammal has come a long way. She is one of many survivor leaders who are constantly advocating for Bonded Labour free India. Read more about Mrs. Pachaiyammal: Click here

    22 min
  2. (தமிழ்) Dalit Rights | Tribal Rights | Textile Workers Rights - Mr. K Karupusamy

    22/09/2023

    (தமிழ்) Dalit Rights | Tribal Rights | Textile Workers Rights - Mr. K Karupusamy

    Mr. Karuppusamy is a vibrant social worker who graduated with a Master's degree in Economics from Bharathiyar University, a Diploma in Rural Development from Annamalai University in Tamil Nadu and pursued a Bachelor's degree in Law from Bangalore University in Karnataka. His journey towards community development and social activities started in 1998, and he has worked with various local and international organizations. The years of experience made Mr. Karuppusamy establish the Rights Education And Development Centre (READ) in 2001 to provide education to the children of the most marginalized communities and to work for labour rights. READ is a voluntary, secular, and non-profit organization that strives to address and solve the socio-economic and cultural challenges of the stakeholders—children, youth, and women of the marginalized communities in Erode, Tirupur, and Coimbatore districts. Mr. Karuppusamy and his organization work in the aspects of prevention, protection, and rehabilitation of victims of forced labour, Bonded Labour and Human Trafficking. The working region of READ is the major belt of the textile and garment industries. They aim to eradicate the exploitation of the vulnerable. To Know more about, Mr. Karuppusamy: https://www.facebook.com/karuppu.samy.393

    30 min
  3. TIP Report & Survivor Leadership - Sophie Otiende

    06/01/2022

    TIP Report & Survivor Leadership - Sophie Otiende

    Sophie Otiende is a champion for victims of human trafficking, advocating for their rights and elevating human trafficking as a priority, in Kenya, and around The World.  Her expertise, patience, and bravery have positioned her as a source of inspiration and confidant for other survivors of trafficking she meets and serves. And also, she is the receipt of the TIP Hero award. Each year, the U.S. Department of State honors outstanding individuals around the world who are fighting to end human trafficking. To Connect with Sophie: www.sophieotiende.com To know more: www.crossglobalindia.org

    18 min
  4. (தமிழ்) Bonded Labor and COVID'19 - Dr. K Krishnan (Part 2)

    13/09/2021

    (தமிழ்) Bonded Labor and COVID'19 - Dr. K Krishnan (Part 2)

    PART 2 - Conversation is recorded in the regional language Tamil Dr. K. Krishnan is the Champion who has dedicated his life for the vulnerable over 30 years. He is the Chief Functionary of the Foundation for Sustainable Development (FSD) and orator of Constitutional Rights. Krishnan is a respected trainer and advisor on issues related to tribal rights, labour rights, tribal legislations, education, livelihoods, environment, and serving as a social scientist for the past 30 years. He was instrumental in the release of over 12570 bonded labourers, and guided above 24,500 tribal children for higher education, tribal development and also he is a recipient of national & international awards. This Episode is inspiring and insightful.  To know more: www.crossglobalindia.orgFSD - www.fsdindia.org/Dr. K. Krishnan Twitter: https://twitter.com/KRISHNANJK2

    32 min
  5. (தமிழ்) Bonded Labour in India - Dr. K Krishnan (Part 1)

    09/09/2021

    (தமிழ்) Bonded Labour in India - Dr. K Krishnan (Part 1)

    PART 1 - Conversation is recorded in the regional language Tamil  Dr. K. Krishnan is the Champion who has dedicated his life for the vulnerable over 30 years. He is the Chief Functionary of the Foundation for Sustainable Development (FSD) and orator of Constitutional Rights. Krishnan is a respected trainer and advisor on issues related to tribal rights, labour rights, tribal legislations, education, livelihoods, environment, and serving as a social scientist for the past 30 years. He was instrumental in the release of over 12570 bonded labourers, and guided above 24,500 tribal children for higher education, tribal development and also he is a recipient of national & international awards. This Episode is inspiring and insightful. To know more: www.crossglobalindia.org FSD - www.fsdindia.org/ Dr. K. Krishnan Twitter: https://twitter.com/KRISHNANJK2

    18 min
  6. Anti-Human Trafficking & Collaboration - Julia Macher

    30/07/2021

    Anti-Human Trafficking & Collaboration - Julia Macher

    In the first episode - We were truly honored to be joined by Julia Macher (Director of Freedom Collaborative). Freedom Collaborative is the largest online community platform for service providers and activists working to end human trafficking, forced labor, and exploitation around the world.

    20 min
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About

The Kural is presented by Cross Global. This podcast features conversations with abolitionists, activists, Government officials, and leaders fighting some of the world’s most challenging humanitarian issues. In every episode, we will discover more about Human Trafficking and how we can take a step - a little or a big - by using our voice to End Human Trafficking in our lifetime.

Information

  • Creator
    Cross Global Asia Foundation
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cross Global Asia Foundation
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    The Kural