CPSP Project & Policy Officer Mounika Bhukya reflects on a recent film screening of Her Name Was Sita, exploring the concept of a ‘virtuous woman’ and how shame and honour can lead to self-harm and suicide.
*Warning: contains content about self-harm and suicide that some people may find upsetting. Use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
Professor Michael Eddleston explores the problem of pesticide poisoning in India and the challenges and opportunities for tackling the issue.
To mark International Women’s Day 2025, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention has launched an online campaign to celebrate some of the incredible women worldwide who are helping to prevent deaths from pesticide self-poisoning.
*Warning: contains content about self-harm and suicide that some people may find upsetting. Use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
*Warning: contains content about self-harm and suicide that some people may find upsetting. Use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
Following Nepal’s recent decision to ban two additional hazardous pesticides, Mark Davis examines the supportive role played by the country’s pesticide industry.
We are delighted to announce that our 2024 Annual Report has been published and is available to download and read.
The Government of Nepal has officially announced bans on two highly hazardous pesticides, following a landmark decision by the Pesticide Board in July.
In recognition of United Nations Day on October 24, we’re taking a closer look at how our work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
To mark this year’s World Food Day on Wednesday 16 October, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) has released a new short animation focusing on chemical free farming practices in India.