Laadli - A Population First Initiative

Laadli - A Population First Initiative Laadli is the exuberant happy little girl, spreading sunshine and hope. She is Population First's brave little messenger of hope.

She brings home the fact that a girl child can bring so much pride and joy. Laadli, a girl child campaign of Population First, was launched in June 2005 to address the problem of the falling s*x ratios highlighted in the Census of 2001. However, over the years the scope of the project was redefined to work with media, advertising and youth to address the reasons why a daughter is considered unwanted and undermined in our society.

08/08/2026

The 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity has seen an overwhelming response with over 500 journalists already in the fray. Grateful!

Based on public demand…

📣 ENTRY DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 10th AUGUST!

Be part of this unique celebration of gender-sensitive storytelling.

🏆 No Entry Fee

More at www.populationfirst.org/apply

06/08/2026

Some stories make headlines. Others make history.

If your work has challenged stereotypes, amplified unheard voices and inspired meaningful conversations on gender, it deserves a wider stage.

🏆 Entries are now open for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity.

📅 Extended deadline: 10 August 2026
✨ No entry fee.

03/08/2026

Great news. Deadline extended upon popular demand!
The 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity is accepting entries until August 10th!
If you've created content that promotes gender equality and challenges stereotypes, submit them today.
No Entry Fee.

02/08/2026

Missed the first deadline? Here's your second chance. ⏳
The deadline for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity has been extended to 10 August 2026.
If your work has challenged stereotypes, amplified unheard voices, or promoted gender-sensitive storytelling across media or advertising, this is your opportunity to be recognized.
📅 Deadline Extended: 10 August 2026
💸 Entry Fee: Free
🔗 Apply now: www.populationfirst.org/apply⁠�

Stories have the power to change perspectives. Such stories deserve to be recognised.With just 3 days left, this is your...
29/07/2026

Stories have the power to change perspectives. Such stories deserve to be recognised.

With just 3 days left, this is your final opportunity to submit your work for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity 2026.

📅 Entries close 31 July 2026

🔗 www.populationfirst.org/apply

Some stories do more than inform—they stay with us, challenge our perspectives, and inspire meaningful change.The Laadli...
23/07/2026

Some stories do more than inform—they stay with us, challenge our perspectives, and inspire meaningful change.

The Laadli Media & Advertising Awards celebrate work that goes beyond headlines to spark conversations on gender equality, dignity and inclusion. If your reporting, campaign, documentary, feature or creative work has made a difference, we'd love to celebrate it.

Entries for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity are now open.

📅 Last date to submit your entries: 31st July 2026
🌐 Submit your work at: www.populationfirst.org/apply

Your story could be the next one to inspire change.

PopulationFirst

Violence against women is never "just another story."Every story has the power to challenge stereotypes, inspire change ...
20/07/2026

Violence against women is never "just another story."

Every story has the power to challenge stereotypes, inspire change and shape a more gender - equal society.

If your reporting, documentary, campaign or creative work has covered gender issues with accuracy, empathy and sensitivity, we invite you to submit your entries to the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity 2026.

✨ No entry fee.
✨ Judged by leading experts.
✨ Open to journalists, filmmakers, advertisers and content creators.

🗓️ Last date: 31 July 2026

🔗 Enter now: www.populationfirst.org/apply

Sexual harassment at the workplace often goes unreported because speaking up can come at a cost.If your journalism, film...
17/07/2026

Sexual harassment at the workplace often goes unreported because speaking up can come at a cost.

If your journalism, film or campaign amplified survivors’ voices and promoted accountability, submit it to the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity 2026.

Last date: 31st July 2026

Enter: www.populationfirst.org/apply

No entry fee.

Just 15 days to go!A powerful film. A news report on gender inequality. An ad campaign that awakens the world to gender ...
15/07/2026

Just 15 days to go!

A powerful film. A news report on gender inequality. An ad campaign that awakens the world to gender roles.

If your journalism contributed to a more gender-equal world, it needs to be celebrated on the Laadli stage.

Submit your entries for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity 2026 before 31 July 2026.

Enter: www.populationfirst.org/apply

No entry fee. Open to everyone.

13/07/2026

"Media is to break stereotypes and not to reinforce them."

A timeless reminder from Shashi Tharoor, Chief Guest at the Laadli Media & Advertising Awards 2016.

If your work has challenged gender stereotypes and amplified voices that matter, submit your entries for the 16th Laadli Media & Advertising Awards for Gender Sensitivity 2026.

Last Date: 31 July 2026
URL: www.populationfirst.org/apply

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