Sonia Narang is a multimedia journalist who covers global health, education, culture, and more. She primarily reports on the lives of women and girls, and the challenges they face around the world. Sonia’s radio and visual work also airs on PRI’s The World, and her assignments have taken her across India, Nepal, Pakistan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan, and the US. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @sonianarang. https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/contributor/sonia-narang/rss en Crisis and Conflict Mon, 06 Nov 2017 12:05:36 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/11/06/life-on-the-front-line-of-climate-change-for-fijis-women-and-girls https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/11/06/life-on-the-front-line-of-climate-change-for-fijis-women-and-girls Fiji is already feeling the effects of a warming world, with high-intensity cyclones and flooding destroying livelihoods across the South Pacific. As with so many natural disasters, it’s women and girls who are hardest hit. Crisis and Conflict Heroes Tue, 08 Aug 2017 03:00:15 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/08/08/fijis-climate-champion-speaks-up-for-women-in-the-wake-of-cyclones https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/08/08/fijis-climate-champion-speaks-up-for-women-in-the-wake-of-cyclones When a cyclone devastated Eta Tuvuki’s remote village in Fiji, she wanted to make sure women hit by extreme weather were being heard. Now she brings their concerns to decision makers in the capital and shares weather information so rural women can prepare for the worst. Entrepreneurship Informal Economy Solutions Tue, 06 Jun 2017 12:48:51 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womensadvancement/articles/2017/06/06/in-laos-textile-traditions-give-rural-women-economic-independence https://www.newsdeeply.com/womensadvancement/articles/2017/06/06/in-laos-textile-traditions-give-rural-women-economic-independence Generations of women across Laos have taught their daughters how to weave and create handicrafts, mostly for their own use. Now, they are becoming master artisans and entrepreneurs, making an income from centuries-old traditions. Crisis and Conflict Gender-Based Violence Health Thu, 25 May 2017 11:38:28 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/05/25/climate-change-drives-domestic-violence-in-fiji https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/05/25/climate-change-drives-domestic-violence-in-fiji The island nation of Fiji has one of the world’s highest rates of domestic violence, and climate change disasters are making matters worse for women. One crisis center is tackling the problem by giving women the support they need to prosecute perpetrators. Health Refugee Voices Fri, 17 Mar 2017 07:50:20 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2017/03/17/stranded-in-greece-women-refugees-live-with-fear-and-hunger https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2017/03/17/stranded-in-greece-women-refugees-live-with-fear-and-hunger Tens of thousands of women refugees are in Greece, suffering from violence, unsanitary conditions and food shortages, Marcy Hersh of the Women’s Refugee Commission tells Women & Girls Hub. Crisis and Conflict Gender-Based Violence Thu, 16 Mar 2017 13:04:39 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/03/16/stranded-greece-women-refugees-live-fear-hunger https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/03/16/stranded-greece-women-refugees-live-fear-hunger As Germany starts sending newly arrived refugees back to Greece, we speak to Marcy Hersh of the Women’s Refugee Commission about the tens of thousands of women refugees stuck in Greek detention centers, suffering from violence, unsanitary conditions and food shortages. Crisis and Conflict Fri, 24 Feb 2017 14:08:29 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/02/24/teen-brides-nepal-married-children-time https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/02/24/teen-brides-nepal-married-children-time The Himalayan nation of Nepal has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world. Two women tell us about their decision to marry early and reveal the challenges they face as young mothers. Crisis and Conflict Fri, 17 Feb 2017 15:06:49 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/02/17/elderly-women-okinawa-unite-plans-move-u-s-military-base https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2017/02/17/elderly-women-okinawa-unite-plans-move-u-s-military-base On a Japanese island famous for long life expectancies, elderly women are at the forefront of the continuing protest movement against U.S military installations. Laws & Policy Fri, 30 Sep 2016 08:00:23 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2016/09/30/germany-makes-refugee-shelters-safer-for-women-but-problems-remain https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2016/09/30/germany-makes-refugee-shelters-safer-for-women-but-problems-remain The dangerous conditions that female refugees face on the journey to Europe don’t always end when they reach their destinations. As Germany launches woman-friendly policies in some shelters, some refugees say it’s not enough. Crisis and Conflict Tue, 27 Sep 2016 12:06:17 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/09/27/germany-makes-refugee-shelters-safer-for-women-but-problems-remain-2 https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/09/27/germany-makes-refugee-shelters-safer-for-women-but-problems-remain-2 The dangerous conditions that female refugees face on the journey to Europe don’t always end when they reach their destinations. As Germany launches woman-friendly policies in some shelters, some refugees say it’s not enough. Education Heroes Wed, 14 Sep 2016 05:52:49 +0000 Ameera Butt, Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/09/14/in-malalas-hometown-a-peace-activist-stands-up-for-girls-education https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/09/14/in-malalas-hometown-a-peace-activist-stands-up-for-girls-education As a teenager, Neelam Ibrar Chattan began working to promote peace in Pakistan’s conflict-torn Swat Valley. Now 23, she’s taking a stand in her male-dominated community and enrolling girls in school. Health Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:27:51 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2016/08/17/pregnant-inside-tempelhof-germanys-largest-refugee-camp https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/articles/2016/08/17/pregnant-inside-tempelhof-germanys-largest-refugee-camp Bushra escaped from Iraq, but she and her family remain stuck in a makeshift shelter at Berlin’s former Tempelhof airport. Now the mother of five is expecting again and fears she’ll have to raise her newborn in the shelter’s dire conditions. Crisis and Conflict Health Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:36:31 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/17/pregnant-inside-tempelhof-germanys-largest-refugee-camp-2 https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/17/pregnant-inside-tempelhof-germanys-largest-refugee-camp-2 Bushra escaped from Iraq, but she and her family remain stuck in a makeshift shelter at Berlin’s former Tempelhof airport. Now the mother of five is expecting again and fears she’ll have to raise her newborn in the shelter’s dire conditions. Crisis and Conflict Solutions Fri, 12 Aug 2016 07:48:24 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/12/driving-change-for-women-in-german-refugee-camps https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/12/driving-change-for-women-in-german-refugee-camps EmpowerVan, the brainchild of a group of German feminists, is a new initiative to support female refugees. Claudia Bollwinkel explains how the mobile unit creates a safe space for them. Education Health Tue, 09 Aug 2016 10:05:00 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/09/when-schoolgirls-become-mothers-in-rural-indonesia https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/09/when-schoolgirls-become-mothers-in-rural-indonesia In the villages of Indonesia, teens often have limited access to family planning due to misconceptions about birth control and cultural taboos. Photographer Sonia Narang met women, like 19-year-old Wadianti, who became mothers much younger than they anticipated. Crisis and Conflict Health Tue, 02 Aug 2016 12:24:34 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/02/a-life-full-of-fear-in-nepals-makeshift-tin-homes https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/08/02/a-life-full-of-fear-in-nepals-makeshift-tin-homes Last year’s 7.8-magnitude earthquake destroyed 600,000 homes in Nepal, leaving many families homeless. The disaster had the biggest impact on women like Lari Tamang, who now have to care for their families in hastily built, temporary one-room tin shacks. Culture Wed, 27 Jul 2016 11:31:07 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/27/an-exiled-afghan-soccer-star-keeps-women-in-the-game https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/27/an-exiled-afghan-soccer-star-keeps-women-in-the-game As the outspoken captain of Afghanistan’s first national women’s soccer team, Khalida Popal faced threats to her life and her family. Her advocacy for women’s rights forced her to flee to Denmark, where she keeps working to get girls playing. Heroes Thu, 21 Jul 2016 12:11:45 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/21/the-danish-mother-who-helps-refugees-feel-at-home https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/21/the-danish-mother-who-helps-refugees-feel-at-home As refugees began arriving in Hanne Olsen’s small town in the Danish countryside, she realized they often had nowhere to turn for help. So she decided to dedicate her retirement to helping them resettle, find jobs and start a new life. Asset and Property Rights Mon, 18 Jul 2016 11:51:38 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womensadvancement/articles/2016/07/18/autonomy-the-precious-resource-for-filipino-women https://www.newsdeeply.com/womensadvancement/articles/2016/07/18/autonomy-the-precious-resource-for-filipino-women The mining industry is having dire consequences for women in the Philippines, encroaching on their land and causing domestic conflict. Filipina activist Judith Pasimio is encouraging indigenous women to stand up for their natural resources and human rights. Education Gender-Based Violence Politics and Policy Fri, 15 Jul 2016 11:00:40 +0000 Sonia Narang https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/15/helping-female-refugees-build-a-new-life-in-berlin https://www.newsdeeply.com/womenandgirls/articles/2016/07/15/helping-female-refugees-build-a-new-life-in-berlin As Germany works to accommodate the more than 1 million refugees who arrived last year, Berlin politician Barbara Loth is leading the way with innovative programs to expand opportunities for female refugees.