iVolunteer Blog - everything about volunteeringLeaving my hometown, Tirupur, and stepping into a new place like Thanjavur was not easy. It was my first job away from home, and with it came countless fears. I had no clear idea of what life would look like there. The thought of living alone for almost a year scared me deeply. Questions kept […]
In many rural parts of India, women’s potential often remains untapped not because of lack of ability, but due to limited opportunities and societal expectations. However, when the right platforms are created, powerful transformations begin to unfold. These are not just stories of employment, but of courage, self-belief, and leadership. Breaking Barriers: Yuvana Sundhari’s Journey […]
When we speak about development, we often imagine highways, fast-moving vehicles, and seamless connectivity. But my recent visit to Dantewada, Chhattisgarh for an exposure visit to Bhoomgadi Organic Farmer Producer Company reshaped that imagination entirely. I travelled there to learn about paddy farming and rice processing. What I experienced, however, went far beyond agriculture it […]
One year ago, FPC was just a word I didn’t understand. I still remember hearing it for the first time. Everyone around me was using the term confidently, but I had no idea what it meant. I even felt a little insecure to ask my colleagues about it. I thought, “What if they think I […]
A Story of Determination, Women Power, and Belief Some milestones are not just achievements – they are emotions, struggles, teamwork, and belief coming together. Delivering our first order of 1 ton traditional rice varieties to BigBasket was one such unforgettable milestone in my journey. I am working at a Common Facility Centre (CFC) involved in […]
Recently, I found out something new about myself, the fact that I’ve become afraid of phone calls. I am engaged in an initiative at present regarding the construction of a Common Facility Centre on rice value addition. The rationale behind such an initiative is to support farmers in improving their livelihood and increasing their incomes. […]
After spending the whole day at my work site, I started my journey back to my rented room on my scooter. It was around 8 p.m, and the ride usually takes about 45 minutes. I travel on the Nagapattinam highway- a road that feels lonely at night. There are no busy streets, no continuous shops, […]
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has introduced the PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PM-FME) Scheme under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan to strengthen India’s food processing sector at the grassroots level. The scheme aims to support micro food entrepreneurs by encouraging value addition, improving processing practices, reducing post-harvest losses, and enabling informal […]
This mid-point training in Delhi had kept me very curious and excited for almost a month. I kept imagining the sessions, the learning, the people that I get to meet, and the entire vibe of the capital city. I even planned everything well in advance from packing to buying new dresses especially for the trip. […]
Tamil Nadu’s delta region, often called the rice bowl of South India, is home to some of the finest traditional rice varieties known for their flavours, textures, and powerful health benefits. These heirloom grains preserved through generations come in a range of natural colours: pure white, off white, brown, red, and even deep black. Beyond […]
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