The National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Rekha Sharma said that even children born out of marital relations can not be called illegitimate.Rekha Sharma was speaking at a seminar that aimed at discussing the various challenges faced by sex workers and their children, including legal complexities, health concerns, occupational barriers, and educational challenges.In the two-day seminar camp – titled Sex Workers and their Children: Legal, Health, Occupational and Educational Challenges – NCW Chairperson Sharma said, “Children cannot be called illegitimate, even if they are born out of non-marital relationships.”“Lets work together towards a more inclusive society that ensures their [sex workers] rights and well-being,” she said.An eye-opening seminar by the National Commission for Women in Mumbai today. Discussed crucial issues surrounding sex workers and their children – legal complexities, health concerns, occupational barriers, and educational challenges. @sharmarekha said Lets work together… pic.twitter.com/6j8Ewx9bqQ— NCW (@NCWIndia) July 12, 2023The event also included a discussion that discussed the various trials and tribunals faced by a sex worker and the litany of health problems faced by them. The discussions were led by Deepak Pandey, IPS, IGP, Prevention of Crime against Women and Children, Maharashtra, along with Anup Kumar Yadav, Secretary, Women and Child Development (WCD).The event was also attended by representatives of various NGOs such as PARI (People Against Rape in India), VAMP, Kranti, PRERNA, and Aastha Pariwar.मुझे 12 जुलाई को मुंबई में यौनकर्मी और उनके बच्चे:कानूनी, स्वास्थ्य, व्यावसायिक और शैक्षिक चुनौतियां पर कार्यक्रम का हिस्सा बनकर सम्मानित महसूस हुआ,जहां यौनकर्मियों के बच्चों को मुख्य महाराष्ट्र के महिला एवं बाल मंत्रालय के साथ राष्ट्रीय महिला आयोग द्वारा आयोजित हुआ.@NCWIndia pic.twitter.com/B0PJAxUoha— Yogita Bhayana योगिता भयाना (@yogitabhayana) July 12, 2023Sex workers share emotional tales in NCW event ask for education for childrenThe highlight of the event was the heart-wrenching stories shared by many women who have been or are still involved in sex work. The women pleaded for dignity, equality, and an end to the stigma that shadows their existence, NCW said.The women also demanded their children be allowed access to education so that they can go on to become doctors and police officers.Heart-wrenching stories were shared by courageous women who have experienced life as sex workers. They plead for dignity, equality, and an end to the stigma that shadows their existence. “हमारे बच्चों को सही शिक्षा मिलेगी, तो वे भी डॉक्टर बनेंगे, पुलिस में जाएँगे”#womenforwomen… pic.twitter.com/a6R5vEZQcb— NCW (@NCWIndia) July 12, 2023
