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𝑬𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚, 𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒐𝒂𝒍 Did you know that millions of children in India's tribal, remote, and conflict-affected areas lack access to quality education? Despite government initiatives like the National Education Policy and Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, achieving Universal Quality Education (UQE) remains a distant dream. But there's hope! NGOs like STEP North-East, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), Ayang Trust, Wayanad Girijana Seva Trust, and 17000 ft Foundation are making a difference through innovative programs and community engagement. From teacher training and culturally relevant curricula to digital learning and counseling, these organizations are ensuring that every child has access to quality education. Let's work together to bridge the educational gap and empower India's future generations! Source: https://lnkd.in/gikV63An #EducationForAll #InclusiveEducation #NGOsInAction #IndiaDevelopment #QualityEducationMatters

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We need to see Commons and Commoning as a pathway to inclusive and sustainable development.

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#humanrightsbasedapproachtodevelopment working with both #rightholders and #dutybearers playing the important role of #facilitators in development planning process, engaging #ruralyouth #ruralwomen #ruralmen imparting #socialaccountability and #socialauditing skills.

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Are We Overlooking Critical Flaws in Our Child Nutrition Programs? 📘 In "Public Service Delivery: Does Accountability & Local Institutions Matter?", we delve deeper into the hidden challenges that hinder the effectiveness of child nutrition programs in India. Are our methodologies in assessing these programs comprehensive enough? What key factors are consistently overlooked in our rush to declare progress? 🔍 Join the discussion as we explore nuanced insights that question standard approaches and uncover the layers of complexity within public health initiatives. 👥 A must-read for those involved in policy-making, academic research, and on-ground implementation who are ready to think differently. 🔗 Publisher's Website: https://lnkd.in/dwfSJdWu... Amazon: https://amzn.in/d/0eJYqEs #PublicServiceDelivery #ChildNutrition #DeepDive #CriticalThinking #BookLaunch

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Johar Jharkhand! On the 25th of October 2024, The Sangyan (द संज्ञान) in collaboration with 'Ink For Inclusion' Initiative, Jharkhand Viklang Manch, and Project Samajh, and supported by the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) and National Disability Network, co-organized a State-level Consultative Meeting on Ensuring a Disability-Inclusive Electoral Process in Jharkhand, in the backdrop of the upcoming General Elections to the Legislative Assemblies of Jharkhand (India) in November 2024. The pre-election consultation process included conversations around the contextual setting on Disability representation and inclusion in the Political Process and Structure; the 'Mera Vote Mera Bharat' Campaign by NCPEDP-NDN for the Lok Sabha Election of 2024; 'Manifesto: For and By Citizens with Disabilities' curated by NCPEDP, NDN and NCRPD; the 'Charter of Demands: Call to Action for Disability Justice' by 'Ink For Inclusion' Initiative, and Measures by the Election Commission of India and Chief Electoral Officer, Jharkhand in ensuring a sustainable, climate-resilient, universally accessible, and inclusive election (like Assured Minimum Facilities, Vote From Home, Saksham App, etc.) The meeting witnessed the participation of about thirty-five attendees hailing from different regions and districts of Jharkhand representing diverse intersectional identities and challenges, who actively participated in the discussion and shared their recommendations and demands from the political parties and the Jharkhand government. The suggestions, ideas, and opinions encompassed a varied range of subjects and covered demands pertaining to inclusive education and employment, increased budgetary allocation, dedicated disability ministry, dignified pension, affordable assistive devices, accessible infrastructure, para-sports, health insurance, and environmental degradation resulting in acquired disabilities, among other pressing common concerns. We thank all the participants for joining us and hope that this meeting paves the way for shaping and initiating the larger conversation surrounding political representation and participation in the electoral process. We look forward to continued support, collaborations, and partnerships in the coming times towards our collective objective of ensuring disability-inclusive politics and elections. - X - X - X - X - On the 16th of October 2024, the Election Commission of India announced the General Elections to the Legislative Assemblies of Jharkhand. With the polling scheduled in two phases—on the 13th and 20th of November 2024 for the 81 Assembly constituencies—this is a crucial moment for disability rights advocacy. Notably, as per the current official data, the total number of Persons with Disabilities Electors and Senior Citizens (85+) in Jharkhand are 3,67,825 and 1,13,970 respectively. #MeraVoteMeraBharat #InkForInclusion #HarEkVoteJaruriHotaHai #AssuredMinimumFacilities #JharkhandElection

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Catalytic Corps: Accelerating Social Impact in India For the past 5 years, Catalytic Corps has been a driving force in large-scale social sector program implementation across India. We work with diverse partners - state governments, district administrations, foundations, and NGOs - to achieve lasting change. Our customized implementation modalities, rooted in thorough analysis and strategic alignment, ensure effective and efficient program outcomes. What sets us apart? * Proven Expertise: 5 years of experience across diverse social sector programs. * Tailored Solutions: Customized implementation modalities to fit any context. * Collaborative Approach: We work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment and success. * Passion for Impact: We're driven by a deep commitment to transforming India. Join us! We're always seeking passionate individuals and organizations to partner with us in creating meaningful impact. Let's work together to build a better India. #socialimpact #programimplementation #India #development #NGO #catalyzingchange #makingadifference

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Field data from various humanitarian organizations shows that 80% of men and 95% of women used thumb impressions for attendance, with 69% of these participants being youth. This high reliance on thumb impressions highlights a significant gap in literacy, challenging the current definition of literacy itself. This issue traces back to national priorities set since 1947, emphasizing the urgent need for a reevaluation of educational strategies to address these shortcomings effectively. #literacyinpakistan #sdgs #governmentofkpk #educationdepartmentkpk #educationforall #universaleducation

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"Bhopal is not just a tragedy—it’s a system, a cycle of violence against the marginalized." The Bhopal Gas Tragedy isn't a standalone event — it's part of a broader pattern of corporate crimes and environmental injustice that disproportionately harm the marginalized. As Jiya Pandya shares in this compelling Death Panel podcast, we need to recognize how systems of power continue to exploit communities in India, long after disasters like Bhopal have left the headlines. It’s not just history—it’s happening today. 'We have to think of the law as a site of active violence when it enables corporate impunity.' Listen to the full episode here:  https://lnkd.in/dkh88e43 #EnvironmentalJustice #CorporateAccountability #BhopalDisaster #IndustrialDisasters #India

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Speaking at a NewsX show Sandeep Chachra, Executive Director, ActionAid Association warned that it is easy for us in the middle classes to fix blame of pollution on farmers and workers. He goes on to underline the need to look at the complex range of issues involved. Studies show that pollution in Delhi is caused by many factors and vehicular traffic is a major issue causing 35% of the suspended particulate matter (SPM), parali or crop residue burning makes up 6-8% across the year, and in the winter months rises to some 25%. Having evidenced-based action means we need to act on all fronts to stop air pollution in our cities in North India.

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Exploring the heart of Jharkhand in Khunti and Dumka, connecting with incredible people, and spreading the message of democracy. Empowering communities with knowledge about voting rights for a brighter, more inclusive India. #DemocracyInAction #VoteAware #IncredibleIndia"

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The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) led by Priyank Kanoongo and colleagues at Bachpan Bachao Andolan - India are real heroes for rescuing 21 children from trafficking! Fifteen years ago, I filed the first court case for regulation of placement agencies, as a result of which, trafficking was defined in India. Yet, it continues. Time for anti-trafficking law is NOW. Freedom from trafficking and exploitation is necessary for us to realise the dream of a developed India. Safe India is Developed India. https://lnkd.in/gGQUENN9  

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Resource justice tackles gender-based violence by challenging inequality and discrimination. The practice of resource justice is about reversing power hierarchies in funding practices and stands for co-created funding agendas. Resource justice is key for creating a safer, more equal world. To know more read our blog - https://lnkd.in/g9hHQ7ua  #16days #NoExcuse #InvestInWomen #ResourceJustice #GenderEquality

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The sudden upsurge in #misinformation and #disinformation on Indian social media coincidentally aligns with a seemingly coordinated rise in criminal activities and vandalism all over #Bangladesh. Inside the country, some people are also taking to social media and calling this another attempt by pro-AL forces in India, as well as #RAW, to fabricate a narrative of communalism in order to plunge Bangladesh into further unrest and instability. My latest article:

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Lucky for us I had the chance to meet Father Jerry very early in our journey of V-ALL in the North East. His insights on the approach and the region really helped us think about what we were structuring and we still made a lot of mistakes. After spending a couple of weeks I realised some very basic things. 1. In the impact space of mainland India we just club it as the North East and it is an after thought, the diversity region. 2. Most organisations from outside working there don't understand the diversity of people. If we say India is diverse, the states in the North East are extremely different. North and South Assam are poles apart from each other forget the other states 3. The youth and people in all the states carry trauma and lived experience that we don't even understand. The challenges are different. All I remember from Father Jerry's, Shannon Massar and a lot of others advice and now from our pilots is to listen and to remember that a cut and paste approach is not going to be the solution. The context is different and without locals to conceptualise the solution, we will never be able to help or cause any impact. For us at V-ALL we now have a local team of 7 interns who will think of what next. #vallindia #theroadahead #startup #socialimpact #vall V-ALL

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If Bihar were a country it would be the 12th largest yet 12th poorest. Millions of young people whose grandparents never went to school graduate from college today, but in Bihar, the more educated you are, the more likely you are to be unemployed. While in countries like Germany and South Korea, >75% of young people have some kind of formal skill training, only 1% of people in Bihar above 15 have received any formal skill training. Meanwhile, government jobs overpay relative to skill level and offer security to families who otherwise have never experienced it, so, naturally, government jobs are in really high demand. Yet youth realize government jobs are a lottery and are open to doing something else once aware of their options. But when I meet young people in Bihar, most can only name ~5-7 careers, so youth need counseling on what options exist and access to high-quality programs. It'll take time but I believe that youth will start to change their aspirations once there are sufficient local role models who have gained skills and are placed in jobs in which they can exit generational poverty. On the skilling supply side, since Bihar will continue to be India's youngest state (while a # of other states start to approach replacement fertility rates), I believe that skilling organizations will invest more to train youth in situ in Bihar (cheaper, higher success rates) once they see the demand, which will further enhance the ecosystem. Our School of Programming with NavGurukul is a step in this direction. Kriti Gupta, Tonmoy Talukdar, Abodh Kumar, Shalini Menon, Arathi L Kurup, A Ashok Kumar, Anuradha Rai, Eureka Khong, Alex Arockiasamy, SHUBHANGI KUMARI Tanvi Bikhchandani, Alok Singh, Shubhangi Bochare, Amita Chauhan, Gunjan Thaney, Anju Jain Kumar, Chetan Kapoor, Manisha Saboo, Mekin Maheshwari, Ujwal Thakar, Lakshminarayana K R, Mahesh Yagnaraman, Kushal Shah

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We can’t avoid technological world so it is time to invest fully in quality and inclusive education. #LeadingSDG4Youth Education Cannot Wait (ECW) Education 2030 UN Global Partnership for Education

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The Inequality of Heat: Heatwave Leaves Delhi's Poor, Marginalised Gasping for Breath Marginalised by society and heat The unequal impacts of heat on vulnerable communities, which also include the homeless, is a major cause of concern. Delhi’s heat wave this season has claimed more than 275 lives; and like people in the informal sector, the homeless and destitute have also been badly affected. According to a report released by CHDIndia Centre for Holistic Development, an NGO based in Delhi, more than 200 homeless people have died in Delhi this summer due to the unrelenting heatwave. Between June 11 and 19 more than 190 people died due to the heat wave. Speaking about the alarming number of homeless people who died due to the heatwave, Sunil Kumar Aledia of the CHD, a member of the National Forum for Homeless Housing Rights (NFHHR), told The Wire: “The homeless are one of the most vulnerable communities due to weather conditions. The impact of climate change is more on the vulnerable sections of the society.” He further said that heat-related deaths have increased over the past couple of years. This year has been the worst. According to Aledia, 75 people died due to heat-related ailments in Delhi last year. This year, the number has risen to more than 200. “This is an alarming number. We have to understand the seriousness of climate change and how it is impacting the vulnerable sections,” he said. Aledia took his findings to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), and the rights body has responded by serving notice to the chief secretary, Government of Delhi, asking for a report on the matter within four weeks. “The contents [of Aledia’s complaint] are indeed shocking and if true, raise serious issue of violation of human rights,” the NHRC has said. Data procured from the Zonal Integrated Police Network, Ministry of Home Affairs, and tabulated by Aledia shows that homeless people account for 80% of the unclaimed bodies of those who died due to heatwaves. #NHRC #HomelessDeath #HeatWave #NoMoreHomelessDeath #Vulnerable #DUSIB TheWire.in @NikitaJain https://lnkd.in/dcvK2hwz

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📢Just Released : Marginalised Communities & the #JustTransition : A report by the National Foundation For India (#NFI). The report will be soon uploaded on our website: nfi.org.in. Watch this space for more details. #enablingsocialjustice #coaltransition #climatechange

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