Sarita Bahl

Climate action and environment are likely to emerge as key focus areas for #CorporateSocialResponsibility in the future. At present, healthcare and education sectors command the lion’s share of corporate spending through #CSR. https://lnkd.in/eBJAB6n2

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View the beautifully encapsulated highlights of the two day flagship event. #PAFIIndia #publicpolicy #governmentaffairs #advocacy #policymatters

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Suryaprabha Sadasivan, the Senior Vice President for Public Policy at Chase India, has written a thought-provoking and insightful piece about the serious emotional toll of climate change and why ways to combat this should be included in policy discussions and strategies. Give it a read. #ClimateChange #COP29

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𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝟮𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁'𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝘂𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 🌟 Venture2Impact (V2I) is making strides in India through its collaboration with Leimann Hospital's Anugrah program, focusing on enhancing the lives of children with disabilities. This partnership is breaking down social stigmas and advancing mobility, education, and community integration. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 🌟 Strategic planning and mentoring by V2I are reshaping Anugrah to better meet the needs of those with disabilities, emphasizing skill development, empowerment, and community acceptance. 🏡 Anugrah's comprehensive approach includes in-home care, learning centers, a carpentry workshop for vocational training, and prosthetics and orthotics services, directly impacting over 120 families. 📚 The program is pivotal in training local community members, steering towards becoming a professional medical training institution in a province where an estimated 600,000 to 800,000 people suffer from disabilities with minimal care available. This case study tells how targeted support and strategic planning can empower communities and foster inclusivity, setting a benchmark for social impact initiatives. 🌍💪 Read more: https://lnkd.in/efteEAsc #SocialImpact #Inclusivity #Empowerment #Venture2Impact #AnugrahProgram

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🌍 Climate change is not just about rising temperatures—it’s a mental health crisis, too. 🌍 In my latest article for Mint, I explore the often-overlooked intersection between climate change and mental health in India. Whether it’s the trauma of floods, droughts, or extreme heat, the mental toll is rising—yet it remains absent from our national conversation. With discussions around climate finance gaining momentum at CoP29, now is the time to include mental health in the resilience strategies we develop. From depression to anxiety, climate change affects millions of lives across rural and urban India. It’s time to make mental well-being a priority in our climate adaptation efforts. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g6nwM9mG #ClimateChange #MentalHealth #India #COP29 #ClimateResilience #Sustainability #MentalHealthMatters #ClimateAction Chase India Avian WE

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Thanks to PMC Hindi, for publishing my podcast on 'The Pollution of Consciousness' The questions were very well drafted covering a wide spectrum of topics and making the entire discussion intriguing. https://lnkd.in/gu_ca9Ru

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📅 Only 2 days to go until the Collaborative Pathways to Effective Climate Adaptation convening! If you haven't registered yet, this is your last chance: https://lnkd.in/gHHG7sMU Join us for an in-person, invite-only event in New Delhi (India), where we'll engage in impactful discussions on the key themes driving climate adaptation efforts. Our lineup of incredible #speakers will lead dynamic panels on critical topics such as: 🌎 The Role and Challenges of CSOs in Climate Adaptation, exploring the significant contributions of civil society organizations, the hurdles they face, and how to form impactful partnerships. 🌎 Capacity Building for Effective Adaptation, focusing on how CSOs can enhance their efforts through better resource management, securing sustainable funding, and building strategic collaborations. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and co-create pathways for transformative change! #ClimateAsia #ClimateAdaptation #Sustainability #CapacityBuilding #climatefinance Featuring: Deepak Dogra (Climate Asia ), Dhruvi Shah (Axis Bank Foundation), Nidhi Bhasin (Digital Green Trust), Sudipto Dey (Outlook india), Siddharth Chaturvedi (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation), Sarat Kannepalli (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH), Aniket Doegar (Haqdarshak), and Raisha Galib (Climate Asia).

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Urban #poverty, #homelessness and #tuberculosis (TB) are interconnected issues that significantly impact public health and social welfare. Marginalised and homeless individuals are particularly vulnerable to TB due to various factors such as overcrowded living conditions, poor sanitation, malnutrition, limited access to healthcare, and compromised immune systems. Humana People to People India Project #LEAD screened more than 600K individuals and identified 3182 #PwTBs. The intensive program which has over 30 touch points with every PwTB continuously helps them with awareness, overcoming stigma, social acceptance, access to health and welfare services, and even rehabilitation through livelihood promotion. The program has achieved over 98% treatment adherence through tirelessly working directly with the community to help overcome their challenges. USAID | TB Implementation Framework Agreement (TIFA) | JSI | Jahangeer Alam | Venkatesh Roddawar | Bhavin Vadera | #India #TBHaregaDeshJeetega #EndTB #LetsDoMore

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Looking forward to participating in this online CSR India focused conversation on 4 October. Hosted by Board Stewardship and moderated by ESG and sustainability expert, Sarita Bahl, this promises to be an interesting discussion. India was the first country in the world to implement a mandatory CSR law in 2014 for all national and multinationals operating in the country. Now ten years on, CSR in India is going through a transformation, and being rebirthed as ESG. Is it all semantics? Does it not all boil down to the same thing? Come and find out. Details below 👇🏼 #CSR #ESG #CSRisnotPR #India #greenwashing #authentic

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Celebrating Children’s Day: The Child as the Father of the Man On this day, as we remember Chacha Nehru’s love for children and his belief in their boundless potential, I find myself reflecting on how children truly are “the father of the man.” Watching my own child grow has reminded me of the simplicity, curiosity, and resilience we sometimes lose in our adult lives, especially in a field as dynamic as PR and marketing. Children teach us invaluable lessons about communication—they’re unfiltered, honest, and bold. In the world of brands and storytelling, these qualities are rare gems. Whether it’s the fearlessness in trying something new, the persistence in asking “why,” or the joy in simple victories, every interaction with children renews my perspective on work and life. Over the years, I’ve learned that staying connected with this childlike spirit fuels our creativity and helps us approach challenges with fresh eyes. Chacha Nehru believed that children are the architects of the future, and today, as I watch the next generation grow, I feel inspired to approach my work with the same innocence, passion, and wonder. Wishing everyone a Happy Children’s Day! May we continue to learn from the young minds around us and remember the child within ourselves. #ChildrensDay #ChachaNehru #PRLife #MarketingProfessionals #TheChildWithin #Storytelling

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The Legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj & Lessons for New Age Entrepreneurs - Visionary Leadership: Shivaji Maharaj's vision and strategic thinking were unparalleled. Risk-Taking and Courage: He was a fearless leader who took bold risks. Strong Work Ethic: He was dedicated to his goals and worked tirelessly. Inspiring Leadership: He inspired his followers to fight for their freedom. Set Clear Goals: Define your goals and work towards them with determination. Embrace Challenges: View challenges as opportunities for growth. Learn from History: Study the lives of successful leaders like Shivaji Maharaj. Take Action: Don't just dream, do. Build a Strong Team: Surround yourself with talented and motivated people. https://lnkd.in/dUmHr2_u

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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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if you missed reading "dus spoke India Inc" report & vision book coming out of detailed interviews of 40+ of India's top CSR leaders covering the first 10 years of CSR and what next 10 will look like, done by Give Grants, here's an article by Sumit Tayal on the same in India Development Review (IDR)

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After a discussion on the impact of climate change on farming and how natural farming can help in #Lanka village #Kope Panchayat #Palamau #Jharkhand Part of our ongoing efforts in villages and towns for building just and green alternatives ActionAid Association

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Trust is key to success of the team - not just the individual. And to the organization. Lack of trust in someone and their capabilities is an opportunity to ask questions. Try starting inward. Maybe it is you.

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I recently spoke with The Analysis, about connecting international climate discussions, such as those at #COP29, to the local realities for people everyday and the role of storytelling in driving climate awareness and action. 📖 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dBxWcJqf Every conversation like this reinforces my belief that clear, accessible communication can make all the difference in mobilizing people and policy for nature-based solutions. 🌍 Kudos to the team at The Analysis - Diya Jain, Rishabh Shrivastava for creating space to discuss these critical topics. 🙏 Let me know your thoughts—what do you think is the biggest challenge in getting people to make climate centerstage today?

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