Globally, handwashing, especially with soap, is rarely practised as often as it needs to be, which is quite ironic, as doing so can help prevent numerous health-related issues, some even life-threatening. Given the state of affairs and growing health concerns all over the world, it is essential that governments, the private sector, civil society, and other stakeholder... Read More
CARE India turning stories of suffering, discrimination, and neglect into narratives of hope under the Elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis program. लगैय गोर फुलल हई (seems the feet have swollen) is a regular statement of the village women. Most of them complain of swollen feet some time or the other in their lifetim... Read More
24-year-old Malti visited the antenatal ward for the routine HIV test and the results showed up as likely positive. The lab technician at this facility was oriented on the association between HIV and potential intimate partner violence, and so contacted the Sajha counsellor about Malti. The counsellor learnt that this was Malti’s 4th pregnancy, and she had lo... Read More
Dilkhush was born on January 9, 2018, weighing 2.5 kilograms. His mother, Fori and father, Durgalal were happy with the birth of their first child, making it a family of three. The family draws its income from cattle farming and agriculture, with no external assistance. As a result, the infant’s parents began to spend less time with him, being occupied with farmi... Read More
Twenty-one-year old Rajni has been a female facilitator trained on the subject of family planning, as part of the Zero and Low Parity Pilot (ZLPP) programme implemented by CARE India from 2018-2020, in Gaya and East Champaran districts of Bihar. It is indeed marvelous that despite the numerous hardships, Rajni has managed to preserve her childlike curiosity and zes... Read More
“Think about it, I have one child and I spent Rs.40 – Rs 50 on his needs daily. If I have five children, I will still have Rs 40-50 to spend on them. The children will have to snatch and fight over food. How does it make sense?” says Aakash, a participant of ZLPP pilot. The health, social and economic benefits of family planning have dawned on him... Read More
Born into adversity Troubled times are no stranger to young Dilip Sahani, aged12 years, and his family. His father Tapan and relatives migrated to Baishai village in Manjha Block of Goplaganj district after their native village Majhariya was irrevocably affected by floods. Without a fixed source of livelihood in Baisahi village, his father and brother of... Read More
Dasrath Manjhi, popularly known as the Mountain Man, testifies the fact that sustained efforts move mighty obstacles. Known for his heroic mission of single-handedly carving out a path through a huge mountain that obstructed the mobility of his village, he made a long- lasting impact on the lives of villagers around him, in many ways. Overcoming obstacles, physical or... Read More
Asha Devi has diligently worked as an ASHA for village Ushari in Siwan district since 2005. Today, the position she enjoys of a well-loved, knowledgable, caring figure in the village. The travails of a migrant wife A native of Delhi, Asha Devi moved to the village in 2005 post marriage. The move to Bihar wasn't easy for newlywed Asha Devi, and it ... Read More
“Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose”. Vijesh Ram is a thriving example of Victor Frankl’s famous quote. In spite of him being specially-abled, he cheerfully moves around his village, finding new ways and opportunities to enrich it. The first thing one notices about Vijesh Ram is his exuberance about commun... Read More
14 percent of India’s population is undernourished, according to 'The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World, 2020’ report. CARE India’s Kanya Sampurna Project is making efforts to improve the nutritional status of women and children in ... Read More
Demystifying myths and empowering girls with knowledge When I had my periods, I used to rely on my peers help to me manage and prepare for the menstruation cycles. CARE India’s campaign helped me to improve my understanding of this natural process, so I am sharing key information with the younger girls in the community as ... Read More
