tribal communities

Tanveer Inamdar, through his TREEI Foundation, electrified Maharashtra’s tribal villages using solar solutions. His project, ‘Mission Urja’, has significantly improved daily lives of tribal families.

Aadiwasi Janjagruti, a grassroots initiative in Dhadgaon, Maharashtra, is empowering tribal communities through video storytelling and local media, bridging gaps between villagers and governance. Founded by Nitesh Bhardwaj in 2016, the addresses issues like child labour, sanitation, and corruption.

Here’s how tribes like the Gond, Bhil, and others teach us timeless lessons in zero-waste living and sustainable, eco-friendly practices.

Padmaja Rathore leads Bagheera's Camp in Rajasthan's Godwar, championing wildlife protection and ecosystem restoration. Inspired by her parents, she founded a sustainable community reserve focusing on education and collaboration. Her initiatives, like Rewilding Jawai, empower locals and safeguard endangered species, fostering a harmonious relationship between nature and humanity.

India's tribal communities have been witnessing their cultures fade. In this context, Tata Steel Foundation’s fellowship programme is empowering tribal youth to use the tools of modernity to protect their indigenous heritage.

When Nitish M Chiniwar found his career in Motorsports Engineering unexpectedly blocked, he thought about the millions who are denied opportunities. So, he founded Bridges of Sports (BoS), a not-for-profit organisation helping neglected tribal communities.

Raju Kendre runs the Eklavya Movement that aims to build young changemakers and leaders from marginalized communities so that they can work across various sectors via access to higher education and prestigious fellowships.

“At 2 am we received a phone call about a young girl in labour. It was really dark at night and there was absolutely no way to reach there in time. But Vincent was determined to save the girl and the baby.”

Joseph Madiath was a mere boy of six when he organised the labourers at his father’s rubber plantation. And he hasn't stopped since!

In 2017, Chitra rescued a hearing-impaired tribal man from bonded labour and was able to get him Rs.7 Lakh as compensation. One of her many victories.