When was the last time you experienced immense kindness? In either being the recipient or the donor? Ponder along with Sagrika
The Other Members Of Hunnarshala
Cat cat everywhere, not an ounce of stress!
Opening A Jar Of Achar
How do culture, survival, and family dynamics shape health decisions in rural Uttar Pradesh? Read Pronamika’s story to find out!
Churpé Bites: The Sweets Of Empowerment
With a little effort and a lot of cheesy sweetness women are keeping Ladakhi memories of home alive. This is the story of churpé bites.
पहियों की कहानी: ट्रक की ज़ुबानी
Truck and its journey through the ups and downs of life via poetry.
More-than-human Networks Of Hara
The author explores the meanings of networks and explores their more-than-human meanings through settlement infrastructures of a community.
From Vision To Victory – An Outreach Story
The journey of Team Vision Foundation and its founder Sandesh Bhingarde – one person’s vision of social change.
Chali Chali Ki: Of The Women Walking
Across the world, women continue to struggle with mobility. But what if landscapes force women to keep walking? Read to find out!
Dindori – Parasi – Dindori
Author is describing her visit to one of the most beautiful and remotest villages, Parasi, in the district of Dindori, Madhya Pradesh
Stories From 13779.53 ft
En-route to Igoo, pilot project site to setup a system which will eventually become a source of sustenance, preserving water in Leh
Gauri Pooja: Where Worship Meets Wallet
Dive deep into the religious ceremony of Gauri Pooja, and the trance and trials of people whose faith forms its groundwork.
Nuakhai: A Festive Evening
In Odisha, Maa Manikeshwari is widely worshipped. One can find the name on everything – hospital, bus, restaurant, even a general store.
Grinding For Survival: The Precarious Lives Of Steel Workers In Jodhpur’s Industrial Hubs
Surja Ram, a worker in Jodhpur, proves that no matter how difficult, the right to social security is something worth fighting for.
An Interesting Election: A Union’s Journey For Change
The chronicle of a union election and reflection on challenges collectives face in “keeping the josh high!”
Talim To Thrive: Women’s Path To Wellness
A photo story from a training session also known as Mahila Arogya Talim by Gram Swaraj Sangh to address health concerns in women of Rapar in Kutch
Aam Pandum: The Mango Harvest Festival
Villagers in Sukma wait for the mangoes to fully grow before they harvest and enjoy them after the ceremony of Aam Pandum.
Changing Face Of Rural India
The author’s visit to a village in Rajasthan shattered their preconceived notions and she finds the changing faces of rural India.
Sowing Hope
*Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction, written as part of a reflection exercise during India Fellow induction training. We asked our fellows to process all that they were learning/experiencing as they were exploring various development theory and practice topics....
The Vignette Of A Driverben
The author gives an overview of the Driverben program he is associated with. It is an urban Ahmedabad based intervention for building women’s agency
Scorching Homes, Not Safe Havens
Climate change is causing havoc with summer temperatures soaring across India. What role does our house roof have to play in that?
Early Child Development Through The Lens Of An Outsider
Interactive mind map connecting early child development theory with practical interventions and insights over the system in rural Wardha
Supporting Frontline Workers In Early Childhood Development
Our discontented Anganwadi workers need to be understood and empowered to guarantee the foreseeable future of the country