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, […]
One of the unwritten objective of being on field is to shatter our own self’s single stories, stereotypes and stigmas. Of course some might be conscious of this process, some might not. But, it’s important to take time and reflect on what premeditated stories & ideas we had carried and whether it still remains the […]
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the Setco Foundation in Kalol block, Panchmahal district, Gujarat. The Setco Foundation, established in 2007, is dedicated to executing CSR initiatives of the Setco Group, with a primary focus on healthcare, nutrition, education, and the empowerment of underprivileged women and children in the Panchmahal district of Gujarat. The […]
My name is Keshav, and I’m currently immersed in the profound work of rehabilitating children with special needs and empowering their caregivers in the serene landscapes of Dolvi Village Maharashtra. This journey isn’t just about my profession; it’s a tribute to the resilience and love of a woman who shaped my existence – my mother. […]
Greeting Readers, I’m Ronid, a Career Enhancing Fellowship Fellow placed in Jharsuguda, Odisha. In my six-month journey, I’ve faced enriching experiences and unexpected challenges, one of which is loneliness. It’s a real feeling and I know many of you can relate. Let’s explore it together. Starting my fellowship, I dove into the vibrant community of […]
In the quint village of Kalmeshwar taluka in Nagpur district namely Selu, a remarkable journey unfolded – a tale of resilience, empowerment and community transformation. It all began with Chitra Doiphode, a simple village girl with dreams as vast as the horizon yet constrained by the limitations of circumstances. Chitra’s narrative mirrors the struggles encountered […]
To give a little context, I along with two of my co-fellows, post our training in Pune, moved to our project location on our fellowship journey. Dolvi, a village in Raigad district of Maharashtra is where we are posted currently for our 2 year-long fellowship journey. The place is a 2 hour drive from Mumbai […]
Imagine a place where the air is crisp, the views are breathtaking, and the hills are painted with hues of red and green. This is Tapri Village, a hidden gem nestled in the serene Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh. But Tapri is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s a bustling hub of economic […]
भाषा की खूबसूरती उसमें शामिल शब्दों से आती है। कहते हैं किसी भाषा में अगर कोई शब्द मौजदू है इसका मतलब है कि वह चीज उस भाषा को इस्तेमाल करने वाले लोगों की जिदंगी में मौजदू है।हिमाचल प्रदेश का एक छोटा सा डिस्ट्रिक्ट किन्नौर जितना अपनी सस्ंकृति से धनी है उतना ही अपनी भाषाओं से। […]
As I sit down to write my first blog, at this moment I’m filled with mixed emotions and thoughts. The idea of trying something for the first time, most of the time, pushes us to the state of excitement and nervousness. Though I have thoughts running through my mind, the fear of judgement always made […]
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