The National Girl Child Day, commemorated on the 24th of January, serves as an imperative reminder of the persisting gender inequalities in Indian society and culture. The day is not merely a symbolic gesture but a dedicated effort to raise awareness about the rights of the girl child, emphasizing the crucial areas of education, health, and nutrition. Aligned with governmental campaigns like ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ and ‘Save the Girl Child’,

Disha Sharma, a resilient 25-year-old woman from Ajmer district, Rajasthan, emerged triumphant in her journey towards enhanced social inclusion and a better quality of life through the transformative efforts of the Caritas India Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) program. Identified as a person with a moderate intellectual disability, Disha's life took a positive turn five years ago when the CBR team recognized her needs. Coming from a family of

In the rural village of Dharmapur - III in the Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, a new league of smallholder farmers is forging a path of financial prosperity through collective farming, a strategy employed to safeguard their local identity against encroaching agribusinesses. This innovative approach not only addresses individual farming challenges but establishes a sustainable income source, strengthening both the farmers and their families

In light of the multifaceted challenges faced by families striving to fulfil their responsibilities for their children, particularly in the realms of nutrition and education, a rigorous workshop was organised by the Kushaal Bachpan programme in selected villages of Madhya Pradesh. The objective was to empower parents by addressing issues stemming from a lack of awareness about well-being of children and bridging the communication gap between parents

Maharashtra's Yavatmal District holds an important place for Caritas India's Community-Based Rehabilitation (CI CBR) program as it transformed Ms. Savita (name changed), a 34-year-old who defied the odds to rediscover hope and healing. Savita, once burdened by behavioural issues stemming from family tragedies, underwent a remarkable transformation through the dedicated efforts of CI CBR. The program's intervention, spearheaded by a vigilant Community

To foster socio-economic empowerment among marginalized communities, Caritas India's Gram Nirman program, launched in July 2021 with support from Caritas Australia, is making commendable efforts in 165 remote villages of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The program adopts a multi-sectoral approach, addressing various facets of community development, with a notable focus on enhancing educational opportunities for children belonging to Scheduled Tribes

Caritas India to safeguard the dignity and rights of every individual, has reaffirmed its commitment by implementing a robust training program. Under its Safety For Everyone (SAFE) initiative aims to fortify its systems, policies, and practices, ensuring the protection of vulnerable populations, including children and adults, from harm and abuse. Recognizing the increasing importance of safeguarding in the workplace, especially for NGOs, Caritas

Caritas India, in its unwavering commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of children, recently conducted an essential training session on the organisation's Child Protection Policy led by its Child Protection Specialist- Ms. Sween Sharma. This training initiative was made mandatory for all employees and was strategically organized at both the Head Office and Regional Office levels in span of two days. The sessions were meticulously designed