Livelihoods
Environmental conservation and sustainability, respecting ecological integrity and limits
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The search for dignified, ecologically sustainable and meaningful livelihoods and jobs is featured in this section. This includes the continuation and enhancement of fulfilling traditional occupations that communities choose to continue, including in agriculture, pastoralism, forestry, fisheries, crafts, and others in the primary economy. It also includes sustainable, dignified jobs in manufacturing and service sectors where producers and service-providers are in control of their destinies and revenues are equitably distributed.
Vikalp Sutra: Covid-19 Relief Resources
To help groups get donations, find collaborations as well as information, education and communication materials
Woman Quits Job, Helps Over 2,000 Himalayan Farmers Increase Earnings ‘Organically’
A former software professional's journey to start Himalaya2Home, a direct partnership channel that works with organic farmers in Uttarakhand.
Ladakhis want to reclaim pashmina. But can they?
"We want to live life with more, but it would mean giving up on a gift our ancestors gave us."
Self help is the best help – Indigenous farmers stand strong against economic slowdown
An initiative to sell local produce has enabled the farmer groups to access diverse local markets in a decentralized manner
When dugong and D’Souza spent the whole day underwater watching each other
There is hope for slow-breeding sea cows around A&N islands - they are not isolated.
Vedanthangal – Protecting our Future
Children and youth protest against the denotification of Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary by making art
The story of Jakkur lake sets an example for inclusive rejuvenation projects
Jakkur Lake in north Bengaluru has received many accolades for creating and sustaining the rejuvenation and conservation initiative.
Young Farmers in Ladakh: The Future of Our Food
Growing ranks of youngsters are returning to Ladakh to contribute to a new form of progress.
Community restores grasslands in Lamkani, making the village drought-resilient
"Conservation in community-protected grasslands succeeds because is tied to the livelihoods of the people,”