tribes

For almost two decades, dedicated efforts have been tackling the severe challenges of saltwater intrusion and poor hygiene, especially menstrual health, in the Sundarbans. But solving these issues isn't easy — especially in a region where every hard-earned rupee is vital for survival, making sustainable solutions even more urgent.

Kavya Saxena, who left her lucrative job in Gurugram to live in India’s tribal villages, shares what she has learned from their culinary practices and history, and how she’s working to empower the people she has met along the way.

Cassandra Nazareth, along with her team, has been driving impact for the betterment of tribal communities in Aarey Forest and Madh Island.

Deriving its name from the Sanskrit word for ‘dialogue,’ Samvaad, organised by Tata Steel, is one of the largest tribal conclaves or ecosystems in India. It has reached out to more than 10,000 people and 17 countries worldwide.

“Any form of development requires coordination. But for the longest time, tribal communities have lived on the margins of mainstream discourse that impact them the most. Samvaad as a platform is seeking answers to this reality."

“I had read in a census report that this village was completely untouched by development or political involvement of any kind and felt that it was ideal for me as a researcher. There are hardly any schools or toilets here.”

For these kids in Kashmir, education is often hampered due to migration.

Jennifer Alphonsse is raising funds to bring her documentary- Gusadi to life!

Travelling to spot wildlife in the forests of Masinagudi turned into a unique experience for a writer when he stumbled upon a settlement of the Irula tribe.

Bastar district in Chhattisgarh is home to some of the most unique tribal culture in India. However, the Naxalite activity around the borders of the state makes people wary of travelling there. Jinendra Parakh narrates his own experiences travelling to Bastar and how they changed his perception of the region and its people.