“Paratha rolls not gender roles” is a gender saying that has been printed on many images. “Paratha rolls not gender roles” was a sign at the Aurat (women’s) March in Karachi, Pakistan, on March 8, 2018.
Similar gender sayings include “Cinnamon rolls not gender roles,” “Lobster rolls not gender roles,” “Pizza rolls not gender roles” and “Sushi rolls not gender roles.”
Wikipedia: Paratha
A paratha (parāṇṭhā) is a flatbread that originated in the Indian subcontinent, prevalent throughout areas of India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh, where wheat is the traditional staple.
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Women’s Day: Pakistani women are marching for their rights
March 8, 2018
Karachi’s Aurat March is happening at Frere Hall and no party or NGO is taking credit for organising. Instead, a group of women have joined hands and are calling themselves ‘Hum Aurtain’. Their demands include an end to violence against women and reproductive justice. ‘Hum Aurtain’ have funded the march through individual donations and have declined funding from any other source.
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My favourite #IWD2018 placards of the day ..... so far….
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“Paratha rolls, not gender roles”
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Paratha Rolls, not Gender Roles. #InternationalWomensDay
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