Environment and Ecology
Elopa and Etugu villagers declare ancestral land as community conserved area

The state government is working with the Centre on a legal framework to allow the state’s tribal communities to gain legal land rights over their customary land.

Environment and Ecology
At 89 & 71, Amazing Grandmas Run a Gorgeous, Successful Farm Stay With Fresh Food

To bring back the greenery by developing a food forest, harvesting crops and building a farm stay for their guests

Health and Hygiene
Meet Lakshmy Das – a young community worker pushing sustainable practices in Kumily

MHM sessions are conducted for small groups, highlighting the cultural taboos associated with menstruation, guidance on how to maintain hygiene during menstruation...

Environment and Ecology
The architect leading restoration of Telangana’s historic stepwells

In Telangana, home to over 500 stepwells, Kalpana, along with her community works to build self-reliance by connecting to the water source and replenishing it.

Case studies
Case Studies on Development Action and Impact

'Stories of Change' initiative by Azim Premji University, encouraging social sector organisations to document their work and develop a grounded knowledge base

Food and Water
Aamon: Tribal women in violence-hit Bengal province triple incomes with organic rice; revive traditional varieties

4923 women farmers in 140 villages in Jhargarm are part of Aamon that is managed by the women members. They use the latest technology to process the paddy and Aamon sells across India.

Economics and Technologies
How One Man’s Conviction Put Jibhi Valley on the World Tourism Map

Jibhi Valley's first homestay paves the way for eco-tourism showing that it's possible to build sustainable livelihoods without harming nature

Environment and Ecology
Indigenous Food: The Not-So-Secret Ingredient For Sustainability

Consumption of uncultivated foods in rural communities could help achieve food security and nutritionally diverse, sustainable diets!

Environment and Ecology
Samarpanam: Offerings for a Resilient Community

Samarapanam started as a simple store in a small room in a house, sourcing produce from a few nearby farmers - a community activity and a social responsibility.