While women in skilling and enterprises have been discussed in development, why do we overlook challenges of mobility when designing programs?
Annapraashan In Aanganwadi: Tuesday Special
In this blog Jagriti explains how Annapraashan in Aangawadis of Gujarat is being used to combat malnutrition.
Kya Ab Humari Shaadi Ho Gayi Hai?
The ordeal of a village woman in trying to avail the benefits of a government scheme, which was rightfully hers.
Dais, Didis And Doppelgängers
Few days in the field Ankita finds that she is a doppleganger! Dais and didis all agree. What happens next? Read on to find out.
International Day For The Elimination Of The Violence Against Women
The 16 days of activism against gender based violence, Nov 25 to Dec 10, is a global campaign to end violence against women.
The Outcasts In Gandhi’s District
Glimpses into the life and environment of the outcast community in Gandhi’s district, Wardha in Maharashtra
From Passive Listeners To Active Learners
When students shift from passive listeners to active learners, they begin to ask deeper questions, take ownership of their learning
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.
Homes Of Katara: A Photo Story
A photo story exploring the housing and social dynamics of Katara village, a peri urban settlement near Udaipur city in Rajasthan.
In Kotra, The Youth Want To Leave, But Not Too Far
The community you are surrounded by, what is your point where you depart from their norm?
Are We Teaching Gender ‘Untouchability’ In Schools?
Despite being in the same class, boys and girls maintain a distance. What’s leading to this gender untouchability?
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?
Baigas Of Shivtarai: Dhatri Matas And Tamil Cinema At The Heart Of Baiga Territory
The author talks about an interaction with women from the Baiga particularly vulnerable tribe (PVTG); and is surprised to find a common ground
Kachchh’s Charcoal Journey: Realities And An Alternative
In this blog Rohan writes about how the spread of invaise Prosopis Juliflora in a significant portion of the Kachchh region is connected with the charcoal industry in Banni. As well as the socio-economic conditions surrounding it.
रिपब्लिक हॉस्टल की मनोहर कहानियाँ
मैं आजीविका ब्यूरो द्वारा शुरू किया गया शेल्टर स्क्वायर फाउंडेशन में पिछले ४ महीनो से काम कर रहा हूँ। यह सूरत से २० किलोमीटर दूर सायन में स्थित एक हॉस्टल है, रिपब्लिक हॉस्टल, जो श्रमिकों के लिए शुरू किया गया है।
From ‘Pencil’ To Socio Emotional Learning In The Classroom
How the integration of socio emotional skills like developing relationships, self awareness, empathy can create a positive classroom environment
TIKA : The First Menstruation
Roshni, a teenager from Nilawaram, loved to play with her siblings and friends. Their happy laughter filled the air until one day, Ragini, her older sister, abruptly stopped playing games with them. When Roshni questioned why, Ragini would look at her disappointed and...
Navigating TB Medication Shortage In Rural Bihar
Exploring why there is a shortage in the very essential TB drugs and no one seems to be talking about it – in the mainstream media
Balancing Act: Navigating Choices In Rural Rajasthan’s Water Crisis
Explore Rajasthan’s rural water crisis: challenges, solutions, and stories of resilience in Kalwada, Bhamboriya, and Nevta Panchayats
Detachment and Integration: Life in Pota Cabins
Akanksha write about her observations at Pota Cabin schools. How Integrating young minds in Sukma into a predetermined education system, while removing them from violence, can creates a sense of detachment
Kites Of Hope: Weaving Livelihoods In Bastis Of Ahmedabad
Exploring the lore behind kites and kite-makers of Ahmedabad and their vital role in sustaining livelihoods
Restoring Kutch’s Grasslands From ‘Mad Trees’
Restoring the grasslands of Kutch by converting the prosopis or the mad trees into Biochar using pyrolisis, reducing carbon emission