Challenges and Opportunities of Gender Equality and Social Work Intervention among Youth Living in Tea Gardens of Cachar, Assam

Abstract

This study examines Cachar’s tea gardens in Assam, including their history, economy, and socio-environmental issues. The study emphasizes gender equality and youth social work interventions to sustain the tea industry’s growth. Empowering women on tea plantations, where they make up a large workforce but are marginalized, requires gender equality. Youth in tea gardens face socioeconomic challenges that require social work interventions to improve education, healthcare, and employment. Gender equality promotes inclusive growth, fights violence and prejudice, and breaks the poverty cycle with long-term economic advantages. The study examines gender equality issues experienced by Cachar Tea Garden youths and proposes social work solutions. Tea garden youth profiles, gender equality, obstacles, and social work interventions are goals. Despite women’s efforts, Cachar’s tea gardens show prejudice, abuse, and poor working conditions. Social norms theory, feminist theory, and gender analysis provide a foundation for understanding and addressing gender inequities in social work. A quantitative research design was used to obtain data via interviews. Convenient sampling yielded 300 respondents. Data analysis strictly followed informed permission and privacy guidelines. Tea Garden youth demographics include age, gender, marital status, and education. A statistical examination of respondents’ views on gender-related obstacles and opportunities in the tea garden shows differences. Important issues include decision-making, job possibilities, legal procedures, cultural activities, property rights, and sports. This study emphasizes the need to address gender inequities and empower women and youth in Cachar’s tea gardens through social work. A nuanced awareness of obstacles and opportunities allows for focused solutions to create a more equitable and prosperous community.