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Our three operating units — Field Institutions, Grants and Universities — function in an integrated manner to fuel the Foundation’s motto of contributing towards a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society. We bring you a collection of narratives from all three units, straight from our people and partners across India. These stories, in the form of videos, animation, interviews and journals, showcase the journey and the Foundation in its various fields of work.
Our Forest, Our Government | Community Forest Rights in Gadchiroli
Explore how communities in Gadchiroli are moving from awareness to action, demarcating forest boundaries, drafting management plans, and building institutions of self-governance from the ground up.
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What Happens When Communities Own their Forests?
This film follows communities in southern Chhattisgarh as they strengthen local self-governance through Community Forest Rights.
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Village Health Nutrition and Sanitation Day: Delivering Health at the Last Mile
How a well-run VHSND can transform rural health through education and prevention.
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Laika Ghar: Built on the foundation of nutrition, happiness and trust
In Chhattisgarh, creches or ‘Shishu Ghar’ are known as ‘Laika Ghar’. In several parts of the state, these creches have become a medium of change.
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Asunta Didi: A sister who helps retain trust in the public health system
In some of the remotest corners of India, the dedication and tireless efforts of health workers drive the country’s public health system. This story bears testament to their exemplary service
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Children in Local Governance
From campaigning for sanitary pad vending machines to playgrounds and cleaner villages, children are making their voice count in Maharashtra’s Gram Panchayats.
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How forest ownership rights reshaped the fortunes of a tribal village
Pachgaon has tapped its forest to start a bamboo business, create jobs and arrest migration. The village pays taxes and is also making a neat profit.
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Alumni story | Bastar se Bazaar Tak
A social enterprise that seeks to enhance livelihoods in Chhattisgarh by supplying forest produce to urban consumers at a fair price
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Community Learning Centre (CLC), Kodegaon Rayat
The CLC, in a remote village in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari block, is a bright example of a community initiative for other villages across the country
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Junoon: Journey of an Associate
A tale of living and learning by Sruthi P K, who worked an associate in Kurud Block, Dhamtari District, Chhattisgarh.
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Good Schools: Government Primary School, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh
In this video, we focus on what makes the Government Primary School in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, a truly inclusive and inspiring learning space.
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