ImpactLens highlights the transformative journey made possible by Aker Solutions in collaboration with CYDA, focusing on mobilizing communities, strengthening self-help groups, and implementing decentralized, sustainable waste management systems. This inclusive and hands-on approach has turned waste into a powerful tool for women’s empowerment. In Anandwan and Katewasti, women were not
The transformation of Munja Gore from a skilled laborer to a WASH champion is a powerful reflection of the impact of youth empowerment and skill-building. This journey was made possible through the unwavering support of UNICEF, whose partnership in the WASH Mitra initiative has been instrumental in developing grassroots change.
The inspiring transformation in Diksal village was brought to light through an initiative supported by SBI Mutual Fund, focused on inclusive rural development. Through this on-ground engagement and dedication, CYDA ensured that families like Malhari Itape receive access to biogas technology and also understood its long-term value. With the committed
Anju Pandey’s remarkable transformation from a silent sufferer to a community leader was made possible through the dedicated efforts of organizations committed to social change. Supported by CIE India, the Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) initiative implemented by CYDA provided Anju with information and confidence to rewrite her story. With unwavering
“दापोडीमध्ये प्रेरणादायी महिलांकरवी चालवल्या जाणा-या झिरो वेस्ट प्रकल्प पाहण्याची संधी मला आज मिळाली. लोकसहभागातून शाश्वत पद्धतीने राबविला जात असलेला हा प्रकल्प कचरा व्यवस्थापनाचे एक उत्तम उदाहरण आहे. पिंपरी-चिंचवड महानगर पालिकेतल्या आनंदवन आणि काटेवस्ती या नागरी वस्त्यांमध्ये सीवायडीए, आकर सोलूशन्स यांच्या सहयोगाने हा प्रकल्प राबविला जात आहे, या वस्तीतल्या ४०० घरांमधून
Nanda’s inspiring transformation from a small repair shop owner to a successful LED bulb entrepreneur was made possible through the support of Bajaj Finserv, whose continued partnership in the EDP project in Nashik has been instrumental in empowering grassroots entrepreneurs like her. Avinash Sonavane, Project Coordinator at CYDA, writes about
ImpactLens highlights the transformative journey made possible by Aker Solutions in collaboration with CYDA, focusing on mobilizing communities, strengthening self-help groups, and implementing decentralized, sustainable waste management systems. This inclusive and hands-on approach has turned waste into a powerful tool for women’s empowerment. In Anandwan and Katewasti, women were not
The transformation of Munja Gore from a skilled laborer to a WASH champion is a powerful reflection of the impact of youth empowerment and skill-building. This journey was made possible through the unwavering support of UNICEF, whose partnership in the WASH Mitra initiative has been instrumental in developing grassroots change.
The inspiring transformation in Diksal village was brought to light through an initiative supported by SBI Mutual Fund, focused on inclusive rural development. Through this on-ground engagement and dedication, CYDA ensured that families like Malhari Itape receive access to biogas technology and also understood its long-term value. With the committed
Anju Pandey’s remarkable transformation from a silent sufferer to a community leader was made possible through the dedicated efforts of organizations committed to social change. Supported by CIE India, the Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) initiative implemented by CYDA provided Anju with information and confidence to rewrite her story. With unwavering
“दापोडीमध्ये प्रेरणादायी महिलांकरवी चालवल्या जाणा-या झिरो वेस्ट प्रकल्प पाहण्याची संधी मला आज मिळाली. लोकसहभागातून शाश्वत पद्धतीने राबविला जात असलेला हा प्रकल्प कचरा व्यवस्थापनाचे एक उत्तम उदाहरण आहे. पिंपरी-चिंचवड महानगर पालिकेतल्या आनंदवन आणि काटेवस्ती या नागरी वस्त्यांमध्ये सीवायडीए, आकर सोलूशन्स यांच्या सहयोगाने हा प्रकल्प राबविला जात आहे, या वस्तीतल्या ४०० घरांमधून
Nanda’s inspiring transformation from a small repair shop owner to a successful LED bulb entrepreneur was made possible through the support of Bajaj Finserv, whose continued partnership in the EDP project in Nashik has been instrumental in empowering grassroots entrepreneurs like her. Avinash Sonavane, Project Coordinator at CYDA, writes about
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