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Nurturing Millet Champions for Sustainable Agriculture

The recent Millet Conclave held at NCERT, New Delhi, witnessed a significant stride in promoting millet cultivation and conservation, with the active participation of SABAL program partners. Among them was the Dayasagar Social Center Ranigram, representing the SABAL initiative, which played a pivotal role in advancing the cause of millet. The three-day event from 29th Feb. - 3rd March 2024, titled "Interactive Meeting of Academicians, Scientists,

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Sabal promoting Millets and Nourishing Communities at Azadi Ka Amrit Mohotsav

Sabal seized the opportunity at Mahasanskrutik Mahotsav in Amravati to showcase its dedication to nutritional security by setting up two stalls at the district-level festival. These stalls served as a hub for exhibiting and selling millet products, emphasizing their rich nutrient content and the benefits of incorporating millets into daily diets. Mahasanskruti Mahotsav is a cultural festival that offers a week-long immersive experience of Maharashtra's

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Caritas India Empowers Crisis-Hit Manipur Youth for Dignified Livelihoods

Caritas India, in collaboration with Don Bosco Institute (DBI) Guwahati, continues its unwavering commitment to supporting crisis-affected youth in Manipur on their journey towards a dignified and empowered life. The recent graduation ceremony held on March 6, 2024, marked the successful training of another batch of 100 young individuals, equipping them with essential skills in beautician services, hospitality, and teaching. The 2nd Graduation Ceremony,

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Digital learning and Livelihood Centers, Bringing Hope to the Children and Community

Caritas India’s Khushaal Bachpan (KB) is a community program dedicated to providing every child with a happy and flourishing childhood. With its presence in ten districts across four states - Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, the program focuses on education, child protection, and livelihood to ensure holistic support for children. According to the Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE), more than 50%

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Chisimari: Bringing economic resilience through mushroom cultivation

Chisimari a rural village in North Garo Hills of Meghalaya relied on wild mushrooms for consumption for ages but the villagers were unaware of the untapped potential for cultivation that could elevate their economic prospects. Caritas India's FARM Northeast program, driven by the commitment to uplift local communities became the catalyst for transformative agricultural initiatives by supporting the people of Chisimari village. Under an innovative

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Unlocking Corporate Social Responsibility imperatives for resource mobilization

In the ever-changing financial landscape, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) find themselves constantly reassessing their fundraising capabilities. The need to adapt current strategies and explore new funding sources is particularly pressing for organizations that were once reliant on foreign grants. Caritas India, recognizing the evolving landscape of resource mobilization, has strategically embraced Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a

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Promoting self-reliance by Empowering People with Disabilities Through Livelihood Support

In pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the global commitment to 'leave no one behind' necessitates a dedicated focus on economic empowerment, especially for those often marginalized – people living with disabilities. Caritas India Community Based Rehabilitation (CI CBR) emerges as a catalyst, diligently working to fulfill this commitment by fostering self-reliance among people with disabilities through innovative livelihood support

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Breaking Barriers, Building Resilience: SheLeads

In the face of disaster impact, women disproportionately bear a severe burden, with mortality rates 14 times higher than men, exacerbating gender inequalities due to caregiving responsibilities and limited decision-making power. Standing at the intersection of resilience and inclusivity, as a commitment towards rectifying these gender imbalances in decision-making and governance in DRR, Caritas India with support of START Network and in technical

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