From Backyard Tanks to Big Dreams
Why women-led fisheries could power India’s next livelihood revolution When Fardeena Khartoon harvested her first batch of fish, she earned ₹61,000 more than she had ever imagined earning on her
From Deficiency to Capacity
As India dreams of a Viksit Bharat, the fight against anaemia is becoming a story of hope—powered by government resolve and women’s collective strength When Meera pauses midway while drawing
The Power of Small Decisions
Women, Health, and Change from the Ground Up After years of experience in community engagement, especially with rural women in Bihar, I have learned that behaviour change is less about
Empowering Women and Rural Youth through Green Jobs
India’s Path to an Inclusive and Sustainable Future. Unlocking livelihoods at the intersection of climate action, skills, and inclusive growth India’s green economy is rapidly evolving, with potential to create
When Care is Counted
Why valuing unpaid work is essential to women’s health, dignity, and economic progress. Every morning before sunrise, Sita wakes to a world still asleep. She ties her sari tightly, steps
Behind every refusal is a story—and behind every ‘yes’ is a life protected
Refusal in immunization is not just a health gap; it’s rather a human story. Fear, memory, myth, and a mother trying to protect her child in the only way she
Beyond Training: Lessons from Udyamita
Entering the World of Women’s Entrepreneurship I joined Project Concern International (PCI) India as a coordinator after my maternity break. It was a new beginning for me. I entered the
New Hope, New Beginnings: When Public Health Guidelines Meet Ground Reality
Public health today stands at a moment of transition. Across programs and diseases, systems are expected to deliver precision, coverage, and impact—often simultaneously. Lymphatic Filariasis elimination reflects this larger public
Subsidies vs. Enterprise: India’s Balancing Act for Inclusive Growth
India’s subsidy-led welfare system has been vital for social protection, but without stronger alignment to enterprise and innovation, it risks constraining productivity, fiscal resilience, and long-term growth. To mitigate severe
Boosting Rural Youth Employment: Rethinking Skill Development Investments
India’s rural youth hold immense potential, and unlocking this demographic dividend calls for demand-driven skilling. By aligning skills with market needs, we can create pathways to sustainable and quality employment.