From stigma to empowerment:Redefining the perception on menstrual hygiene
Menstruation is a natural and crucial part of a woman’s life and undeniably, it has long been shrouded in stigma and misconceptions. From ancient times to the present day, menstruation has been subject to unjust restrictions and prejudices, perpetuating a culture of inequality. However, the emergence of World Menstruation Day has provided a platform to challenge […]
Collecting Stories through Deep Listening: Solutions for creating Safe and Healthy spaces for vulnerable women and children in India
Ms. Sandhya Naidu Janardhan Founder and Managing Director of Community Design Agency Parveen Shaikh, who is a social worker and community leader was born and raised on a footpath in Sewri in Mumbai. And in 2007, her family which included her husband and two little boys was allocated a home by the city in a […]
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA CELEBRATED BY ROYAL CONNAUGHT BOAT CLUB, PUNE
International Day of Yoga celebrated by Royal Connaught Boat Club, Pune Royal Connaught Boat Club (RCBC) organized a special program to mark International Yoga Day, the theme of the event was Yoga for Humanity. The program was led by Founder of Jal Dindi Pratishthan and Hon. Secretary RCBC Dr. Vishwas Yewale with yogasanas and meditation. […]
Nickelodeon celebrates International Yoga Day with #YogaSeHiHoga campaign; with AYUSH Ministry and dignitaries
Nickelodeon celebrates International Yoga Day with #YogaSeHiHoga campaign; with AYUSH Ministry and dignitaries Nickelodeon, one of the leading names in Kid’s entertainment, partnered with the Ayush Ministry with a view to educating and inspiring young minds about the benefits of yoga. This was a part of its ongoing intitiative of making yoga an integral part […]
FREEDOM FROM DIABETES CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY
Freedom from Diabetes celebrates International Yoga Day More than 550 people from across age groups and fitness levels participated in a special program organised by Freedom From Diabetes (FFD) Institute at Yash Lawns Bibwewadi, Pune, to mark the International Yoga Day. Dr. Pramod Tripathi, Founder FFD led the program with Meditation and Yogasanas including Suryanamaskar. […]
A Symphony of Courage created by harnessing the Power of Music and Art in the Face of Cancer
A Symphony of Courage created by harnessing the Power of Music and Art in the Face of Cancer The First Step Foundation in collaboration with CanSupport NGO for adult cancer patients featured activities to provide a positive and engaging experience for the attendees. The first activity featured a mandala art session. Each caregiver and patient […]
100 young innovators to bring their planet-positive ideas to life as beVisioneers – the Mercedes-Benz fellowship programme kickstarts environmental action.
6th July, 2023:A one-of-a-kind Mercedes Benz fellowship for environment action, beVisioneers, commences this July. The first 100 young innovators who have been chosen from more than 1000 registrants, are all set for their 12-month learning journey with the aim of bringing their planet- positive ideas to life. A 19-year-old from Delhi, Muskan is keen […]
ADP India, leads community action through its’ community development drive – Month of caring!
6 July , 2023 – ADP India, a provider of Human Resources Management Software & Services, recently deployed a successful global CSR initiative titled, The Month of Caring. This consists of a series of impactful social initiatives, like drives on grocery donation, women & child empowerment sessions, blood donation camps, artisan & craft promotions amongst […]
CBRE Sets up a 5 crore scalable corpus for CSR initiatives
3 lakh migrant labourers to receive support from ‘CBRE Cares- Ek Pehal’ project CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd, a real estate consulting firm recently announced the Pan-India launch of its CSR initiative CBRE Cares – “Ek Pehel” ekpahel.com. This includes migrant labourers and their families. This is jointly organized with Bal Raksha Bharat, A child […]
Ending the risk of Child Labour from the Supply Chains
Abhijeet Nirmal Deputy Director – Child Protection, Bal Raksha Bharat Businesses have remained one of the biggest contributors to social and economic development. Business activities are intrinsic to the social and economic fabric around the world. Businesses and social development are interrelated. An increase in the per capita income also increases business turnovers. The increase […]