Impact Stories

In the village of Fadlogora, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, where many families from vulnerable communities reside, the local Anganwadi Centre once struggled to provide a safe, comfortable and engaging environment for young children. The ageing infrastructure and lack of child-friendly facilities made it difficult to deliver quality early childhood education. Limited seating arrangements and the absence of …

Transforming Anganwadis, Transforming Childhoods Read More »

Prayatn Sanstha, with financial aid from Kindernothilfe, is implementing the Sambal Project in 50 villages of Cholapur Block, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, to strengthen child protection systems and mechanism. Through the formation of Child Protection Committees (CPCs), Children’s Collectives (Bal Manch) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs), the project empowers communities to identify local issues, engage with …

CPC Federation Leads the Path to Child-Friendly Village Development Read More »

In Betakocha village of Jugsilia block, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, the early years of six-year-old Manik Pramanik were filled with struggle. His days were marked by weakness, frequent illness and low energy. For his family, each day brought worry about what could be done to improve his health and how to ensure proper food. Born into a …

Manik Shined, Malnutrition Outshined Read More »

Ms. Ani Mandangi, a resident of Karubai village in Rayagada district, Odisha, is 46 years old and has experienced significant mobility challenges since she was around 25 years old, when she experienced paralysis. The condition severely affected the mobility of her legs and gradually restricted her ability to walk and move independently. For many years, …

Wheels Towards Independence – A Journey Towards Mobility and Dignity Read More »

Baising is a small village located in the hilly region of Rayagada district, Odisha, where most families depend on agriculture for their livelihood. Due to limited facilities within the village, people often travel to Rayagada town for basic services such as tailoring, clothing purchases and other household needs. Seasonal farming and irregular wage opportunities make …

Threads of Change: A Village Woman’s Journey to Financial Independence Read More »

Jangili village in Rayagada block of Odisha is home to many tribal farming families who depend on small-scale agriculture for their livelihood. However, limited landholding, lack of technical knowledge and traditional farming practices often lead to low productivity and limited income opportunities. Mrs. Dhanamani Mandangi, a small farmer from Jangili village, faced similar challenges. She …

The Story of Economic Empowerment of a Woman Farmer Read More »

Karubai village in Rayagada district, Odisha, is home to many small and marginal farmers who depend on agriculture for their livelihood. However, limited landholding, lack of technical knowledge and traditional practices often lead to low productivity and income. Mrs. Ashi Saraka, a farmer owning just 10 decimals of land, faced similar challenges. She relied on …

A Woman Farmer’s Success in Organic Brinjal Cultivation Read More »

In the remote tribal village of Badasiguru under Karubai Gram Panchayat in Rayagada district, Odisha, the Government Primary School was once a place of concern for both parents and students. The school building had a damaged roof that leaked during the rainy season and the cracked flooring made it unsafe for children to move around. …

A Safe School for Every Child Read More »

In Mangolpur village of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, evenings were often the most difficult time for Geeta. As the day ended, she would sit quietly thinking about the next morning. What would be cooked? How would school expenses be managed? What if someone in the family fell sick? With only her husband’s income to depend on, …

Geeta… Grocery… Gross Gain Read More »

In the remote tribal village of Uhapaka, Rayagada Odisha, the local Anganwadi Centre was once a place of worry for parents and children alike. The building had a leaking roof, broken windows, toilets and unsafe drinking water. Learning often happened under trees and during the monsoon, the centre became completely unusable. Children missed out on …

Our Centre Is Safe We Can Still Learn & Play Read More »