iVolunteer Blog - everything about volunteeringI studied in an all boys school, where we had very limited interaction with girls in fact, none at all, as there were no girls in our class. Even after school hours, our opportunities were restricted since our hostels were located within the campus and there were strict rules limiting movement outside the premises. As […]
“Children are the future of the nation” a phrase we hear so often that it’s almost lost its meaning. For many tribal children in Ashram Shalas, the future doesn’t feel like a promise. It feels like a court sentence in a locked room. A childhood lived behind invisible bars of neglect and ignorance. Do we […]
“Agar main sarpanch na hota, to shayad mai na hota” (If I hadn’t become Sarpanch, I might not be me). This is the story of Mr. Satish Thul, The Sarpanch of Satkondi village, located in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Satish is a man whose life took a drastic turn during the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing […]
(16th–24th May 2025): Mahal, Dhinkia Panchayat, Erasama, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha. After the weed-laden waters of the village pond were cleared in Phase 1, the path was paved for deeper, more transformative change. Phase 2 of the rejuvenation project—carried out from 16th to 24th May 2025—was not merely a technical intervention; it was an expression of collective […]
Understanding the governance system is fundamental for any individual willing to contribute to the development sector. As one of the primary established systems, government hierarchies exist to disseminate benefits for the local populace. With several schemes established, such as the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, and ample funds available, such as the District Mineral Foundation, […]
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 […]
(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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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