Is ending something an art? Is that why we fail at it constantly? Take a few minutes to picture all the scenarios of having had to end things, in your mind. Can you honestly say you’ve done a good job of all of them? And it’s not like we don’t encounter the need or the […]
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Fellowship programs in social development usually are designed as youth social leadership immersions wherein young people undertake challenging development projects and learn about society, development and self as part of a leadership journey
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THE INSIDE OF A LOOM
(a photo story) HERE I PRESENT THE ‘STORY OF HANDLOOM STUFF’. SINCE THE LAST 2 YEARS, THIS IS THE PROCESS AROUND WHICH MY LIFE AND WORK ARE REVOLVING. HANDMADE HAS BECOME A VERY POPULAR WORD AND WE KNOW IT TAKES A LOT OF HARD WORK TO MAKE SOMETHING ‘HANDMADE’, BUT HOW MUCH WE NEVER PAY […]
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The Unexpected Reward of Friendship
Reflecting on my fellowship journey, I’m reminded of the transformative power of human connection. What began as a professional endeavor unexpectedly blossomed into a beautiful friendship that enriched my personal and professional life. This bond has been a source of joy, growth, and inspiration, and I’m grateful for the lessons I’ve learned along the way. […]
In an era where screen based distractions often overshadow fundamental lessons of sustainability, I wanted to find a way to engage students in water conservation without making it feel like a chore. That’s how Jalashree Radio Play was born an initiative that blends storytelling with education, ensuring that learning remains engaging rather than mundane. A […]
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My Leaf-Bearing Friend
Sometimes, if you’re lucky, there will be a tree outside your room window. And if you’re even luckier, that tree will become your friend. I read something similar a while ago, and it stayed with me. Maybe because I too have a tree just outside my window. A tree that I’ve looked at every single […]
Mahal, Odisha | May 14, 2025 Nestled along the rural coastal belt of Odisha lies Mahal, a small but vibrant village in the Dhinkia panchayat, rich in culture and resilience. Over the years, however, the community has grappled with one of the most pressing issues of our times—water scarcity. With handpumps running dry or delivering […]
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Case 1: Resistance – to initiate!
Free yourself by practicing the art of starting where we are today and build for a better tomorrow Have you ever set a goal – something very important to you – in your personal / professional life only to back out later because of some genuine reason(s)? Let me share a simple example. I decided […]
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Cashew – The Hidden Treasure Of Konkan
( A fruit people don’t talk much about but should !) when people talk about konkan, they think of mangoes (Hapus) , coconut trees, Fishes and beaches. But their’s another special gift of this land-Cashew When i first came to a village in Ratnagiri, i didn’t know how important cashew is here. Cashew trees are […]
For any fellow, the first visit to the project village is always filled with excitement and trepidation. Equipped with a basic framework regarding social development, a desire to create positive social change and an unknown excitement, fellows explored the region of their workspace, their ‘Karma Bhoomi.’ Being no different, as I stepped foot into the […]
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Let Her Dream, Let Her Decide
I work in a small village name Selu, in Nagpur district. My days are filled with stories – not the kind you find in books or movies, but the kind that live in people’s eyes, in their voices, in their silences. Every day, I sit with women-some laugh loudly, some speak gently and some… don’t speak at all. But […]
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