The Menstruating Women Living in Cowsheds
Women are forced to live in cowsheds both during their periods and after giving birth in rural parts of Nepal. This ancient practice, known as Chhaupadi, causes diseases and sometimes the death of infants, who stay with their mothers in the huts. Many women and local shamen believe Chhaupadi is the will of the gods and that they will be punished if they do
- News Shooter / Video Journalist