Robin Rabha, a 40-year old farmer from Tapha Danggre village under Resubelpara Block in North Garo Hills District in Meghalaya has undergone a remarkable transformation by embracing the Integrated Farming System (IFS) and reshaped his fortunes. Before Robin embarked on this life-altering journey, his agricultural endeavors were marked by uncertainties and meager returns. Like many farmers in the region, he grappled with the challenges of unpredictable

In an effort to combat the scourge of human trafficking and child labor, Caritas India, took center stage at this week's multi-stakeholders follow-up consultation meeting held in the heart of Guwahati. Fr. (Dr.) Paul Moonjely, the Executive Director of Caritas India, delivered an impassioned address that resonated with commitment and purpose. With unwavering determination, he declared Caritas India's resolute mission: to confront child trafficking

Premlal Patel looks over his small patch of land filled with green vegetables surrounded by fruit trees on the edge. “I have embarked on a journey to diversify my income sources,” says Premlal and he surveys his 1.6 acres of land in the Bagrohi village of Sagar District of Madhya Pradesh. He has introduced animal husbandry, starting with a cow, then a goat, and eventually a buffalo. His vegetable cultivation expanded, and the fruits of his labor

On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, the world came together to renew its commitment to a more peaceful and equitable world. This year's theme, "Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #GlobalGoals," emphasized the necessity for concrete steps towards peace, transcending the mere absence of conflict. In this global pursuit of harmony, Caritas India, along with six partners under the Samvaad Peace Building Program, played a pivotal role.

In a proactive move toward advancing the cause of disability inclusion, Caritas India CBR convened a dialogue cum partnership meeting with Diocesan Directors at KROSS, Bangalore on September 21, 2023. The primary goal of this initiative was to cultivate stronger relationships with Diocesan Directors, fostering collaboration in the implementation of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) programs and the promotion of disability inclusion and mainstreaming

On the 20th of September 2023, Caritas India Community Based Rehabilitation (CI CBR) organized a workshop at KROSS, Bengaluru, with a singular focus: to foster and empower Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) through a people-led process. The event brought together nineteen dedicated OPD members, representing four district-level and one state-level OPDs. The presence of Fr. (Dr.) Paul Moonjely, Executive Director of Caritas India, added

Wahramkhar, a remote village nestled in the East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, faced numerous challenges in its quest for progress. With only 42 households and a population of 270, the villagers relied on agriculture and daily labour for their livelihoods. The community depended on crops like potatoes, sweet potatoes, yam, pumpkin, paddy, and mustard leaves. The absence of a local market meant that people had to travel 6 kilometres to Nongspung

The rural population of the Melghat region in Maharashtra is often disproportionately affected by the changing climate, due to their dependency on climate-sensitive sectors. The complexities have expanded in the react decades due to human-induced climate change. Shift in cultivating seasons, loss of biodiversity and traditional ecological knowledge, economic instability, malnutrition, and rising vulnerabilities are some of the major challenges that