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CYCLONE BIPARJOY: Learning from the Past to Strengthen Disaster Management – by Antarixa Bhardwaj Nature’s fury knows no bounds, and cyclones serve as stark reminders of its power. Cyclone Biparjoy, aptly named by Bangladesh, signifies the cataclysmic nature of these weather phenomena. As we witness the approach of this cyclone

RISE ABOVE THE WATERS: CHARTING A COURSE TO RESILIENCE – by Antarixa Bhardwaj The phenomenon of Bengaluru’s monsoon rainfall evoking awe and delight through tweets and Instagram stories quickly takes a dire turn in the months of September and October when the city is gripped by devastating floods. However, the

Chintan in partnership with Swechha announced the launch of “Hawa Light Kar”- Clean Air for All, Forever!, a challenge to reduce and prevent exposure to air pollution in Delhi, in November 2022. We sought creative, low cost and community driven projects that could be implemented in Kusumpur Pahari, an urban

Glimpses from the Upcycling Workshop we had with Acuity Knowledge Partners. To mark the significance of Global Recycling Day on the 22nd of March, 2023, we held a workshop with our partners from Acuity, where a total number of 25 people came together to learn how to make indoor planters for

Along with working at an individual level in schools, we believe it is equally important to work in groups and with the community at large. To involve families and community members, and ensure their participation in the ”She Leads Change’ program, we have been facilitating awareness building sessions and public

After 7 months of rigorous Life Skills sessions in the classrooms, with lots of learning and fun, students from four government schools as a part of our ‘She Leads Change’ program in Rajasthan, had their first Showcase Events. The participants showcased their skills of creativity, time management, confidence, public speaking