Re-imagining menstrual dignity through ‘kurma ghars’
In rural India, menstruation is a stigmatized topic, leading to harmful practices like isolation and confinement in “menstruation huts.” Channabodi village, however, defied tradition by transforming their hut into a community center for women. This initiative has empowered women, improved their health, and shifted community attitudes towards menstruation.
Growing strawberries in Jharkhand!
Yamuna Mehta is an educated farmer who, with a helping hand from Transforming Rural India (TRI), embraces innovative farming methods. She’s not your average farmer—Yamuna cultivates strawberries, a new crop in her region. This leap not only boosts her earnings but also sets her up as a role model for fellow female farmers.
A Tale of Perseverance
Sulekha Kumari, a resilient woman from rural Jharkhand, embarked on a transformative journey with the Jharkhand Opportunities for Harnessing Rural Growth (JOHAR) program which aims to diversify the income of rural households. Overcoming many obstacles, she started poultry farming, inspiring fellow women to seize control of their destinies and redefine their lives