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In our article in Hindustan Times Insights, Aravindan Srinivasan and I, explore the critical need for increased funding in climate-resilient healthcare solutions. With AVPN's Climate x Health Lighthouse for Asia, we are raising a collaborative pooled fund of USD 5 million to incubate, validate, and co-invest in innovations for effective adaptation and provide scalable capacity building alongside funding. Read here: https://lnkd.in/d43VCUp6

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Rural Development secures 2nd highest allocation in India's 2024 Budget Working with Samarpann in over 200 villages, I've seen firsthand the immense potential rural India holds in terms of resources and talent. 💪 With 65% of India’s population residing in villages, transforming rural India into an economic powerhouse is more important than ever. Here's why this budget allocation is a game-changer: 🌱 The rural economy significantly contributes to India's GDP, with agriculture alone accounting for about 18%. 🌍 Ensuring that rural areas are not left behind in the development process is essential for achieving inclusive growth. Let’s hope to see the heart of India shining brightly, receiving the economic boost it truly deserves. What are your thoughts on rural development in India? Share in the comments below! 👇 #RuralDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #IndianEconomy #Budget2024 Pic courtesy: Internet

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CSRBOX's annual Indian CSR & ESG Summit is always a vibrant coming together of the CSR and NGO communities. My highlights from the conversation we had: 🌏 There is growing CSR moving towards climate action as companies realise that this is the single biggest challenge facing humanity 🔗 Aligning CSR with company priorities raises the strategic value of CSR 🎰 Great CSR happens when core capacities of a company combine with CSR funding 🔬 Specific to climate change, there is a gap that companies have in assessing the climate science of solutions, and they can and should reach out to experts within and outside their organisations to ensure solutions make climate-science sense 🎯 Evaluation is essential to increase accountability and to foster even greater climate funding Illustrating the above, I found these examples interesting: 🌞 Indian Oil Corp Limited developing a solar cookstove, with carbon credits to complement their financing in partnership with EKI Energy Services Ltd (EnKing International) 💡 Schneider Electric bringing their energy management capabilities towards rural electrification using renewables in their Climate Smart Villages programme ♻HDFC Bank working with Centre for Environment Education on an ambitous programme to promote plastics recycling Thank you for inviting me, and to my panelists, Manish Dabkara, Prabhjot Sodhi MBE, Dr. Richa Gautam and Umish Srivastava. Environmental Defense India Foundation #IndianPathway #SharedSustainableProsperity #ICES2024 #IndiaCSRandESGSummit2024 #Sustainability #ESGLeadership #ImpactfulCSR #GreenFuture #DoingGood #ResponsibleGrowth #FutureOfCSR #SustainableDevelopment #CollaborativeGrowth #SocialImpact #Changemakers #CSRLeadership #ESGInnovation #RegisterNow #AMA #ImpactEdition #CSRLeadership #Sustainability #SocialImpact

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Happy 102nd International cooperative day🙏💐 Some thoughts on promotion of cooperatives for future: 1.To reduce high level of economic and social disparity in India, promoting cooperative is the only Answer 2. The model of IFAD-ILSP, Uttarakhand, we developed here, has a key factor of strong share capital base. A cooperative of 500 members (mainly women based SHGFederation called Livelihood Collectives) is having INR 20 Lakhs as share capital. Out of 4000 share contribution per person, IFAD provided INR 3600 as share capital grant. Societies use FDs as collateral as get loans for business. Can be replicated for making sustainable cooperatives. 3.We need new age cooperatives now and more in urban areas. workers cooperatives like- Coffee workers cooperatives and Dinesh beedi workers cooperatives are already 'state of art' institutions. SEWA promoted home care cooperatives, saundarya cooperative for cleaning and other works. Home care cooperative is the need of the day as it includes senior citizen care, home care, baby sitting work, patient care etc. Wonderful work🙏. 4. Principles of cooperatives are important but focus should be saving interests of our primaries. Cooperation among cooperatives should be used with precautions and care so that primaries are saved by next level secondary and tertiary institutions. Goverment has a role to save primaries. PACS are members of DCCBs but how many DCCBs in India give dividend or bonus to PACS? 5. Every farmer should be covered under one or the other PACS by increasing extenstion branches of PACS not by increasing number of PACS. Sustainabilty can be attained only with minimum 250-300 members and a good share capital base. 6. Professionalism in cooperative can only bring them to a level to compete with private. They can work hand in hand. Cooperatives producing and private marketing. Seen good example of Appolo health care yesterday. Unnati cooperative of hoshiyarpur punjab is giving several ayurvedic products to Appolo 7. Minor forest produce cooperatives are producing great health food and products. Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh MFP federations are examples to it. Let people be more aware about their products and brands. 8. There is a need of international trade centre of cooperatives in Delhi. Products from all over India should be there. Anybody visiting India should know that visiting the centre is must. I have seen this in Beijing, China. In one super bazar you get everthing that is produced in rural and urban areas of China. In CSISAC evaluation report, we suggested one such trade centre in NCUI campus.

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Alert:  Ananya Birla Foundation (ABF) is inviting applications for projects aimed at enhancing rural women’s participation in the workforce and improving mental healthcare for vulnerable populations. Thematic Areas In this grant cycle, the organization aim to address two pressing societal issues: -         Promoting sustainable livelihoods and entrepreneurship support for rural women. -         Access to mental healthcare for vulnerable populations Funding Amount Each program is eligible for receiving a maximum grant of ₹1.2 crores or up to 25% of the organization's annual budget, whichever amount is lower Funding Amount -         Maharashtra -         Karnataka -         North-eastern states of India. Eligibility Criteria -         Must be registered under trust, society, or Section-8 non-profit organizations in India. -         Possess valid 12A, 80G, and CSR registrations. -         Demonstrate a commitment to addressing social challenges with a preferable presence in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and the North-eastern states of India. To apply visit the link below https://lnkd.in/guEaWFWD Note: Grant Guideline is attached Disclaimer: Sharing the opportunity for information and not connected to the opportunity #livelihood #mentalhealth #grant #csr

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What is that about what we do at SEWA Cooperative Federation that makes the 30-year-old organisation stand out? In my opinion, it's our ability and intent to create an inclusive space for informal women workers within the mainstream economy. While we see government initiatives like opening the Government e Marketplace (GeM) to informal women collectives, challenges remain that need to be addressed to boost the usage of such platforms and mainstream informal workers further. Here are some recommendation that the SEWA Cooperative Federation team along with SEWA Bharat made to GEM Portal for the this.

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we recently released "dus spoke India Inc" report that gathered perspectives of CSR leaders for the last 10 years of CSR, and their vision for the next 10, and also shared insights we gathered from these interactions. The Times Of India today shared the report findings in a story, underscoring the geographic (less the need, more the CSR money) and cause skew (crowding in $ for top causes), and also how large this ecosystem is going to become! download your copy of the vision book and the report here: https://lnkd.in/gQvX9nBN Give Grants | Give

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🌟 𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨: 𝙋𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙠𝙪𝙩𝙞'𝙨 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩! 🌟 From transforming lives in rural areas to supporting marginalized children in urban settings, Purnkuti is making a real difference across various communities. With a dedicated team and impactful initiatives, Purnkuti is leading efforts to uplift and empower those in need. But they can't do it alone. They rely on the support of individuals like you to continue their vital work. Highlights of Impact driven by Purnkuti: Impacted over 5,000 individuals, providing education, healthcare, and vocational training to help them build better futures. Through their women empowerment initiatives, Purnkuti has supported over 1,000 women in gaining financial independence and improving their quality of life. One of their key initiatives is Project Manosakha, dedicated to holistic child development for children from marginalized backgrounds. This project provides: Remedial education to help children excel academically. Nutrition support to ensure children receive balanced and healthy meals. Health awareness to promote overall well-being. Personality development to build confidence and social skills. With a donation of Rs. 3,000, you can ensure a child receives nutritious meals for an entire year. Join in transforming lives and empowering these children and their families. Together, we can build a brighter future. Here's how you can contribute: 🌟 Send a Wish: Learn more about Purnkuti's impactful initiatives and share their story with your network, expressing your wishes for their continued success. 🌱 Spread Awareness: Amplify their impact by connecting them with potential partners, donors, and volunteers who share their passion for community development. 🌿 Support the Cause: Contribute to Purnkuti's efforts in empowering marginalized communities and supporting holistic child development through Project Manosakha. Together, we can make a positive impact and ensure a more inclusive and empowered society for all. Join me in supporting Purnkuti and their mission to uplift and empower communities! Discover more about Purnkuti and how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/gRbT4Nwi Purnkuti #GivingTuesday #GiveBeforeYouScroll

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🚨Transforming Neighborhoods Through Citizen Engagement🚨 Are you an organization working in the domain of solid and liquid waste management? Do you have experience with communication and behavior change campaigns, engaging citizens? 🌎 HCLFoundation's My Clean City programme invites proposals for Transforming Neighbourhoods by engaging citizens through Solid and Liquid Waste Management in Noida and Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. 📍 Location: Noida and Greater Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh ⏰Last Date for Submission: 6th May 2024 Now let's know more about the opportunity! 📌 Purpose HCLFoundation invites proposals from organizations that have been working in the domain of solid and liquid waste management, preferably experienced with communication and behavior change campaigns, engaging citizens. This project will focus on underscoring the importance of citizen engagement as an integral component of Solid & Liquid Waste Management, that can help transform neighborhood's in Noida and Greater Noida into clean hotspots. 📌 Objectives 👉 Conduct holistic on-ground projects involving citizens 👉 Prepare detailed work plan with GANTT chart and log frame 👉 Ensure monitoring, supervision and monthly reporting 👉 Maintain high creativity and innovation in activities 📌 Who Can Apply ⭐Not-for-Profit organizations with valid 12 A & 80 G certificates. ⭐The organization should have prior expertise in the thematic area of the work. Note : RFP Document is attached Disclaimer : Sharing the post for information only and I am not connected in any way with the RFP and the opportunity ✨Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of HCLFoundation's mission to transform neighborhoods through citizen engagement! ✨ #WasteManagement #citizen #SolidWasteManagement #LiquidWasteManagement #Noida #GreaterNoida #UttarPradesh #Sustainability #CleanCity #cleanindia #swachhbharat #India #cleanliness #ngo #funds #linkedin

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A little more insight into the work done by Indian School of Development Management (ISDM)!

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#GenerativeAI can optimize public services, enhance decision-making, drive sectoral growth, and foster equal opportunities through localized language support, bridging communication gaps, and thus empowering diverse communities. #Indian #languages https://shorturl.at/gUKwq

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“Ideas for Bihar - An Innovation Summit 3.0” Dr. S. Siddharth Prin. Sec. To CM Bihar, ACS Education and Cabinet. The Most important pillar of state Bureaucracy. #ideasforbihar #Ideas4Bihar #ifb #IdeasforBiharEd03 #grandtrunkroadinitiatives #GTRiforBihar #GTRi #Innovationsummit #techsummit

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The #Pathways to #Inclusive #Growth!: The #InclusiveGrowth Conference to be held on June 20th at #IHC will focus on six key tracks to build a strong foundation for #equitable and #ecological inclusive growth in India. Track 1: Harnessing the Power of #SocialCapital The conference kicks off by exploring the bedrock of inclusive growth - India's vibrant social capital base. We'll analyze the role of #FPOs, #SHGs and other #CBOs in empowering communities. A critical question will be addressed: Is this existing base sufficient, or do we need further investment to create a robust foundation for inclusive growth? Track 2: #Social Processes and #Innovation: Pathways to #inclusion Building on the social capital theme, Track 2 delves into social processes and innovations that foster inclusivity. The focus will be on: #Graduation Approach: We'll explore how this approach helps communities rise out of poverty by providing targeted interventions and support systems. Building #Resilient Communities: Strategies for empowering communities to weather challenges and build long-term sustainability will be discussed. #LivingIncome for Farmers and women: This session will explore innovative solutions to ensure a decent standard of living for these crucial segments of society. Track 3: #Scaling Up Inclusion Through #Technology In today's tech-driven world, Track 3 tackles the crucial role of technology in accelerating inclusion. We'll explore how to leverage technology to: bridge the Inclusion gap and analyze strategies for scaling up successful inclusive initiatives. Track 4: The #PrivateSector: A Catalyst for Inclusive Growth .Track 4 focuses on: Building #InclusiveBusinesses: We'll explore the challenges and opportunities for private companies to adopt inclusive business models that benefit both their bottom line and society. Track 5: #Financing Inclusive Growth: Innovative Solutions Recognizing the need for financial support for inclusive businesses, Track 5 dives into the world of impact investment and other innovative financial instruments. We'll discuss how to make access to capital smoother for businesses committed to inclusive practices. Track 6: Fostering an #Enabling Environment The final track focuses on the collaborative effort needed to build an enabling environment for inclusive growth. This session will explore Strategies for effective collaboration between social sector organizations and private companies will be discussed. The Inclusive Growth #Conference promises a stimulating day of exploration, analysis, and collaboration. Join us as we pave the way for a more equitable and prosperous future for all. Register at (limited seats are available) - https://lnkd.in/gtuvRrTa Santosh Nirmallya Mamta Ayush Sudhir Midivelli.Ashwini Saroj KrishnaP Payal

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What we eat is almost always a function of where and how we grew up and , underlined further by the access and affordability we had and continue to have, to food and markets. This piece by the BBC News India throws light on how caste and social structures play a defining role in consumption patterns among communities. Chronicling the journey of Marathi writer #ShahuPatole, this 7 minute piece is a startling commentary on how discrimination and marginalisation have led families in Dalit communities in Maharashtra to build their own culture around food and recipes. While as a viewer this might be great content to watch, it's really a reality-check on the privilege so many of us enjoy to be able to eat whatever we want, whenever on most occassions. Contrasting it against communities like these that are pushed to dire extremes just to be able to put a meal on the table, it isn't surprising that micronutrient deficiencies among children, women and households are almost par for the course for so many households across India. A recent study by Vitamin Angels India and UNICEF India, due to be released soon, aims to understand the plethora of reasons that impact consumption behaviours among primary sector worker communities across the country. The hope is to be able to understand communities and their compulsions and choices around food better so that as organizations working in the sector, we can design and implement nutrition interventions that put them and their issues at the core of it. Excited to be sharing the #DietStudy with everyone soon! #CSR #nutrition #diets #consumption #markets #marketequity #discrimination #food #accesstofood #micronutrientdeficiency

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In shaping the future of Indian cities, we need to envision integrated city planning that prioritizes smart city initiatives, affordable housing, sustainable urban mobility, and slum rehabilitation. Recognizing organizations dedicated to maintaining our public spaces and enhancing urban welfare is crucial. Also for India's population we need best mobility MRTS and improved urban public transport for better connectivity and sustainability, along with promoting sustainable infrastructure through green practices and climate-resilient development. The PPP model with private, public, partnerships which should be fueled by the Government to take 100 cities and work on them immediately is the key for a sustainable future and a climate resilient future for India. G20 India Rajeev Chandrasekhar

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Clicks for Change: How Digital Fundraising is Empowering Indian NGOs Digital fundraising in India presents a wealth of opportunities for NGOs and social causes to reach new donors and raise more capital. Here's a breakdown of the key opportunities: Wider Reach and Diverse Donor Base: Online platforms: Utilize crowdfunding platforms, donation websites, and social media fundraising tools to connect with a geographically dispersed donor base across India and even globally. Mobile fundraising: Target mobile phone users, a rapidly growing demographic in India, with mobile-friendly donation options and SMS campaigns. Cost-effectiveness and Efficiency: Reduced administrative costs: Digital platforms eliminate the need for physical events and paper-based processes, saving time and resources. Real-time data and analytics: Track campaign performance, donor behavior, and optimize fundraising strategies for better results. Enhanced Donor Engagement and Transparency: Storytelling and impact visualization: Utilize multimedia content like videos and photos to showcase your NGO's work and the impact of donations in an engaging way. Two-way communication: Interact with donors directly through social media and online platforms, fostering trust and building long-term relationships. Transparency and accountability: Provide clear information on how funds are used and the impact achieved, building trust with potential donors. Emerging Technologies: Mobile wallets and UPI: Leverage the growing popularity of mobile wallets and Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for convenient and secure online donations. Blockchain technology: Explore the potential of blockchain for secure and transparent tracking of donations, building trust and attracting tech-savvy donors. Examples of Successful Digital Fundraising: Crowd-funding platforms: Platforms like Ketto, ImpactGuru, and Milaap have empowered individuals and NGOs to raise funds for various social causes. Social media fundraising: NGOs are increasingly using Facebook fundraising tools and viral campaigns to raise awareness and donations. Remember: Building a strong online presence: A professional website and active social media presence are crucial for attracting donors in the digital space. Data privacy and security: Ensure robust data security measures are in place to protect donor information. Compelling storytelling: Craft compelling narratives that resonate with your target audience and motivate them to donate. By embracing digital fundraising strategies and tailoring them to the Indian context, NGOs can unlock a world of new opportunities to expand their reach, engage donors, and achieve greater social impact.

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Digital Swaraj Fellowship One Year Program for Digital Immersion for Rural Development For the last more than two decades, I have been wondering and waiting if some institution could develop holistic ecosystem to start and offer executive and practical course on “digital society” that would create a cadre to know how the digital tools, and digital ecosystem help in developing marginalised communities and thus the bottom up development of any country. All those that we hire at Digital Empowerment Foundation, hundreds of them, all end up learning from the ground but had never come having been trained or experienced. Everyday we need scores of people who claim they have lots of experience and expertise in various digital domain, but hardly meet people who say that “I have experience in how to relate digital tools for the development of society - in health, in rural development, in financial inclusion, in agriculture, in reducing gender digital divide, in developing cyber capacity among the Dalits or tribals or health workers, etc. That prompted us to start this one year fellowship called Digital Swaraj Fellowship. Started last year and with a lot of learning from running this program for one year with a dedicated cohort of 10, 7 passed out; we are now into second year. This year we are looking for 20 in not more. My humble request from all of you to please refer to someone, nominate if you know any one, suggest to someone you think would like to make a change among communities through digital contextual integration. Details are here in this appended document, but in a simple link you can click here and know more. https://lnkd.in/gb2we9W4 #fellowship #hardship #learningbydoing #immersion #ruralimmersion #digitalimmersion #digitaldivide #digitaldevelopment #digitaldividend #egov #digitaltools #techforgood #education #experience #swaraj #

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"If you want to drive significant impact, you have to think about philanthropy differently; looking at actual outcomes and not just attribution." Ashish Dhawan, Core Founder of Accelerate Indian Philanthropy (AIP) & Founder-CEO of The Convergence Foundation (TCF). Ashish exemplifies purpose-driven giving, focused on driving transformative impact. In this video as part of our #CelebratingPhilanthropy series, he shares powerful insights on rethinking philanthropy - to look beyond immediate results and channel resources scalable over time toward meaningful, long-term outcomes. His journey is testament that true change happens when we place purpose over recognition and collective progress over individual milestones. Let’s celebrate #philanthropy that fuels shared responsibility and visionary leadership!  #TransformativeGiving #SharedPurpose #VisionaryLeadership #SystemicChange #ImpactPhilanthropy #LegacyAndImpact Watch the full video - https://lnkd.in/gDga_iZA

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