Adolescent Quote by Rohini Nilekani
“In India, while there are some initiatives working with and for adolescent girls, there are too few state sponsored programmes for adolescent boys, be it rural or urban.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion on gender initiatives, 2023
There are few state programs for adolescent boys, especially in rural/urban areas, despite some girls' initiatives.
In simple terms: Boys lack government support compared to girls.
Advocate for balanced youth programs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school programs
- community centers
- government funding
- NGO partnerships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could address boys' needs?
- How can communities fill gaps?
Resource constraints limit program expansion.