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Saahil Kejriwal

Saahil is an associate at IDR. He is responsible for sourcing and editing content, along with online and offline outreach. He has completed the Young India Fellowship, a postgraduate diploma in liberal studies, from Ashoka University. Prior to that, Saahil worked as an instructional designer at NIIT Ltd. Saahil holds a BA in Economics from Hansraj College, University of Delhi. He spent his early years in Guwahati, Assam.

Articles by Saahil Kejriwal

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Environment
March 19, 2020

“Biodiversity may be the most critical science for our survival”

How we can solve for the climate crisis in India, and why the National Biodiversity Mission is crucial.
by Rachita Vora, Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read
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Ecosystem Development
February 29, 2020

Enabling India’s social sector

The legal framework governing civil society is too old and complicated, and it is keeping the sector from reaching its full potential.
by Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read
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Advocacy & Government
February 20, 2020

“Prepare to be surprised”

Iqbal Dhaliwal, Global Executive Director of J-PAL shares important lessons he has learned over years of working with governments.
by Saahil Kejriwal, Smarinita Shetty | 8 min read
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Perspectives
February 07, 2020

Seven things we learned from Dr Vandana Shiva

From understanding the true meaning of development to finding inspiration in Gandhi—here are important lessons for anyone fighting for a cause, and standing up to power.
by Saahil Kejriwal | 2 min read
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Agriculture
February 04, 2020

Can Indian farmers adapt to water loss?

A study on the impact of borewell failure on small-scale farmers shows that it directly leads to a decline in agricultural income.
by Saahil Kejriwal | 5 min read
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Environment
December 12, 2019

The environmental movement has made a few mistakes

Vance Martin on how the Western paradigm of development is hurting India, and what it will take to win the fight against climate change.
by Saahil Kejriwal, Smarinita Shetty | 6 min read
Humour
November 25, 2019

Talk development to me

We tried to imagine what people outside the sector might say if they had to talk about their jobs the way people in the social sector do.
by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
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IDR Interviews
October 10, 2019

IDR Interviews | Dr Vandana Shiva

World-renowned scientist and biodiversity expert shares invaluable wisdom on the overlaps between indigenous and scientific knowledge, and how both can shape national and global policy.
by Saahil Kejriwal, Rachita Vora | 10 min read
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Philanthropy & CSR
September 11, 2019

Tapping into individual giving in India

While data suggests that giving by ordinary citizens is growing, there is much we can do to harness its full potential.
by Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read
Humour
July 08, 2019

Finding a job in the development sector

The many emotions you feel while job hunting in the social sector, captured through moments from one of our favourite sitcoms—Parks and Recreation.
by Saahil Kejriwal, Shubhi Jindal | 1 min read
Gender
June 10, 2019

Village of widows

The government of Rajasthan promises a maximum of INR 750 as
by Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
Daenerys Targaryen Game of Thrones
Humour
May 20, 2019

Game of Thrones characters, re-imagined (no finale spoilers)

We found a surprising number of parallels between Westeros and the social sector, and with the series coming to an end, we thought we'd assign the characters some new roles.
by Ayesha Marfatia, Lamya Karachiwala, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
Lalsu Nogoti-gram sabha
IDR Interviews
March 21, 2019

IDR Interviews | Lalsu Nogoti

The remarkable story of an Adivasi lawyer and social activist who has led peoples’ movements against state development policies, and sought redress for human rights violations of his people in conflict-ridden regions of Maharashtra.
by Saahil Kejriwal, Rachita Vora | 9 min read
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Humour
December 10, 2018

10 'The Office' GIFs to get you through conference season

As much as you’d like to, you can’t escape conference season. The least you can do then, is attempt to laugh your way through some of it.
by Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
A man in the field
Humour
November 12, 2018

7 of your nonprofit colleagues we met on Tinder

You'll definitely swipe right on number 5.
by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
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Humour
September 24, 2018

How to ace your nonprofit job interview

Job interviews can be nerve wracking, particularly if you're unsure of what to expect. But we've got you covered—here are some tips to keep in mind before that next job interview. 
by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read
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