Case studies

Case studies commissioned by Vikalp Sangam or other processes

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Case studies on various initiatives of an Alternative kind, specially commissioned for Vikalp Sangam or other processes

This study examines a transformative process unfolding in the city of Bhuj that aims to challenge the mainstream model of urban planning and governance. Under the Homes in the City (HIC) program initiated by five civil society organisations (Hunnarshala, Kutch Mahila Vikas Sangathan, Arid Communities and Technologies, Sahjeevan, and SETU Abhiyan), along with issue-based collectives and citizens, a decentralised ward level planning and decision-making process, along with strengthening of Municipalities and a holistic and integrated approach is being attempted.

Towards Decentralised Urban Governance: The Case of Bhuj City, Kachchh, India

The decentralisation process coordinated by the five CSOs along with active citizens in the city is an inspiring example of bottom-up democracy.

Stories of Change – case studies on Development Action and Impact

Encouraging social sector organisations to invest in developing a grounded knowledge base

Sandhani – Weaving Transformations in Kachchh, India: Key Findings and Analysis

The multiple dimensions of transformation taking place in the lives and livelihoods of the weaver community of Kachchh (Gujarat).

Tharangini – The Oldest Surviving Hand-Block Printing Studio in Bangalore

Tharangini works towards sustainability of the environment. This is commendable and desirable in other garment and dyeing factories.

Lakshmi Murmu Smriti Shishu Vidyalaya

The focus of work of the collective is on the adivasis and the marginalized caste groups residing in the hamlets of Chattna block of Bankura (Bengal).

Ecologies of Hope and Transformation: Post-Development Alternatives from India (2018)

The stories in the book challenge inequality, ecological damage, centralised governance, and the currently dominant model of development.

Case Studies of Alternatives (2014 – 16)

These case studies are in pdf file format.

Very Much on the Map: the Timbaktu Collective

Very Much on the Map: the Timbaktu Collective. Kalpavriksh Pune, Maharashtra.