Women’s Day in Chitradurga
On 17th March 2024, CHITHRA Don Bosco organised a celebration of International Women’s Day for the women from its self-help groups (SHGs), local government, and business stakeholders in Chitradurga district. One outstanding women’s SHG and three individual SHG members were felicitated for their achievements on the occasion. Fr. Steven Lawrence – Director of CHITHRA, explained its […]
Women from rural India break stereotypes against all odds
A bitter part about rural India is filled up with stories of oppression, gender bias and social neglect faced by women. Yet this year, more than any other time before, it seems that society is on the brink of change. While the women of the world were gearing up to fight against their malaise, women […]
Training under-privileged young hands for the biggest two-wheeler industry in the world
As Fr. George, former BREADS director for 12 years, very poignantly expressed: India is producing a staggering 19.91 million two-wheelers per year. Furthermore, it contributes to 7% of the country’s GDP and provides a steady job to some 29 million Indian people! Knowing that this industry is predicted to grow by 9%, and thus the […]