What do the Forest Dwellers Want to Say?
A forest-dwelling community that fosters coexistence and conservation, and practices activism to secure rights as protected under the law.
Weaving together Threads of Then and Now
Conservation of traditional Himachali designs, and promotion of rural and women development through skill development, employment generation and independence
When the Forest is our Garden, the garden also becomes a place for Conflict (of Interests)
Community mobilisation under the Tribal Yuva Sangathan: Fight for rights under FRA and CFRR, Conservation & revival of traditional practices, Creation of educational spaces
Learning the Organic Way
Leading the youth and children of the village in reviving the land for increased self-reliance.
Gramani: A Place Filled with Art and Humanity
Gramani is a cultural hub where Shaji's activities that combine art, education and rural life add to the nuances of the community.
The Threads of Empowerment
The women today value their skills, feel dignified about their work, earn for their families, and want equal status in the household. They no longer stand silently before violence.
Decentralisation and Food Democracy
Caxton Christdhas, a human in the process of naturally growing one’s own food, envisioning self-reliant and decentralised food systems.
If Nature was our Teacher, would things be different?
Syamantak, a commune that consciously connects open learning and sustainable living in a rural space, and embodies the art of community participation.