From Bricks to Books
Per the 2020 estimates of the International Labour Organisation, 160 million children in the age group of 5-17 years were engaged in child labour globally, projected to reach 168.9 million in 2022, largely impacted by the COVID pandemic. The situation in India is not likely to be different though there are no recent official statistics […]
Empowering Voices, Celebrating Democracy
On 15 September 2024, in celebration of the International Day of Democracy, significant events took place in the districts of Bidar, Kalaburagi, Davanagere, and Yadagiri. One of the highlights was the formation of a human chain organised by the local Don Bosco partners led by Directors and staff with enthusiastic volunteers. Democracy is the bedrock […]
Breath of fresh air in Kollam, Kerala
It’s Earth Day—and while the sight of heaps of plastic-loaded garbage in the cities is a depressing reminder of how much work needs to be done—allow the electric autorickshaws driven by the fisherwomen of Kollam to bring you some positive vibes with their empowered use of clean transport. On 13 April 2024, six licensed women […]