iVolunteer Blog - everything about volunteeringFellowship 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
Celebrated across India, Holi is not just limited to throwing colors at each other and shouting bura na mano Holi hai! It encapsulates much more. Every region has its traditions to mark the festivities, mirroring the diversity of the country. In Maharashtra, specific to the Konkan region, locals have a grand way of observing Shimga, a festivity […]
गेल्या महिन्यात मार्च मध्ये JSW फाऊंडेशन फेलोशिप प्रोग्राम अंतर्गत ट्रॅव्हल वर्कशोप चे आयोजन भुज या शहरात करण्यात आलेले. भुज हे शहर गुजरात राज्यातील कच्छ या जिल्ह्यात येते. कच्छ हा जिल्हा बऱ्याच गोष्टींसाठी प्रसिद्ध आहे जसे भारतातला सर्वात मोठा जिल्हा म्हणून ओळखला जातो, भारत देशाच्या नक्षामध्ये सर्वात पश्चिमेकडचा जिल्हा, त्याच्या एका बाजूला भारत पकिस्तान सीमा लागून […]
लोगों ने मुझसे सवाल करना शुरू कर दिया है और यह एक अच्छा संकेत है।’ एक सरपंच होने के नाते मैं गांव के नागरिकों के प्रति जवाबदेह हूं और अब उन्हें मुझ पर भरोसा है। मैंने गांव के सबसे कमजोर लोगों की जरूरतों को ध्यान में रखते हुए अपने गांव की विकास योजना बनाना सीख […]
Today, I would like to discuss a topic close to my heart: intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). What exactly are IDD? Are they a mental health issue or a health condition? These are common questions I encounter, and I am here to share my perspective on what IDD entails. A few Examples of IDD Having […]
As I sat under the vast expanse of stars, with the moon casting its ethereal glow over the shimmering white Rann of Kutch, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of tranquility wash over me. It was in this tranquil moment, amidst the stillness of the desert night, that I found myself reflecting on the […]
Years ago, I used to post on social media every day—oftentimes, multiple times a day. It was a vital part of my morning routine: shit, shower, say something smart. In the beginning, social media was just as entertaining as it was validating. It was fun, creative, and occasionally challenging. I enjoyed the new outlet for writing […]
What is Gram Panchayat? A Gram Panchayat is the smallest unit of local self-government in rural areas in India. It represents a cluster of villages and is responsible for governing and managing various aspects of local administration within its jurisdiction. These Panchayats are typically headed by a Sarpanch and consist of elected representatives from the […]
In the heart of Maharashtra lies a city of unparalleled beauty – Jawhar, a hidden gem adorned with over twenty captivating waterfalls. This is the taluka place in the Palghar district of Maharashtra. These cascades, though a source of natural wonder and scenic beauty, also tell a story of struggle and resilience, offering a glimpse […]
There are many discussions happening, especially regarding what terminology should be used to refer to the disabled community. Based on my experience, I am providing some insight into attitudinal barriers. I have been working in the field of disability for the past six years, particularly focusing on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). My work encompasses […]
I have never been to Gujrat and when it was announced that our last fellow’s gathering will be a travel workshop, I was excited but had an imagintion that the planned travel workshop in Bhuj, would be very similar to the other workshops we have attended so far as part of our JSW fellowship. However, […]
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