Field Stories

These stories bring out the real-life narratives, moments, and experiences, highlighting the stories and voices of the communities our fellows work with

A Girl Named Hope

A Girl Named Hope

Dive into the story of a girl who held on to hope against the ravages of life to educate herself, her sisters, and their children.

The Road Less Taken

The Road Less Taken

Our upbringing shapes the path we follow. However, there are some outliers who change the future of their communities.

My First Experience As An Assessor

My First Experience As An Assessor

Several youth skilling and development programs mark the face of civil society action in India. Here is a blueprint of the selection of one such offering.

A Night Of New Beginnings

A Night Of New Beginnings

An unforgettable night in the Kumaon mountains unveils the challenges of rural healthcare and the silent struggles of motherhood

Tendu Patta: The Indian Ebony

Tendu Patta: The Indian Ebony

The collection of ebony tree leaves, a communal ritual that brings everyone together to celebrate shared heritage and strengthens bonds

Caught Between Chind Ras And Pregnant Crabs

Caught Between Chind Ras And Pregnant Crabs

Dipali woke us up at 5:30 in the morning. Even at that early hour, the sun was already warm on our faces—it was peak summer. I had been sleeping under the mango tree, and somehow managed to drag myself out of the khatiya. Dipali was excited to show us what her usual...

Stories From The Hamlet Of Hara

Stories From The Hamlet Of Hara

The author talks about right to communicate amidst the setting of a small hamlet in the western ghats in Karnataka

Dindori – Parasi – Dindori

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

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