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Op-eds and commentary that hold a mirror up to civil society in India, reflect upon its evolution, unpack key trends, and outline the way forward.

close up of a flower--nonprofit leadership
September 1, 2023
What new possibilities could your leadership unlock?
Successful organisations are those that enrich, and are enriched by their communities. What can leaders do to achieve this?
by Gautam John | 6 min read
an old woman holding the indian flag--india political system
August 14, 2023
Is it time to reform India’s political system?
This Independence Day, Vijay Mahajan reflects on why we must change the rules of the game that has allowed social and economic inequalities to overtake the political process and tells us how this can be done.
by Vijay Mahajan | 7 min read
Bunker roy holding a mic
August 9, 2023
In conversation with Bunker Roy
Journalist Rajni Bakshi speaks to Bunker Roy, Founder, Barefoot College, about the challenges he encountered on his journey and the lessons he learnt.
by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies | 7 min read
a group of people plant mangroves--climate change
July 28, 2023
What I learned about climate change over five decades
Conservation lessons from coastal Gujarat on why it is crucial to simplify the climate change narrative for those most vulnerable to the crisis.
by Rajesh Shah | 6 min read
A colourful silhouette of people depicting diversity_uniform civil code
July 19, 2023
The Uniform Civil Code can exacerbate inequalities in India
The Uniform Civil Code is being touted as a means to ensure gender equality. Instead, it dismisses constitutional provisions that protect minorities.
by Virginius Xaxa | 6 min read
gond artwork portraying a group of animals--community building
April 28, 2023
The power of building a community
For nonprofits to achieve scale, it is important to nurture a community around shared values. Building platforms that cultivate care, trust, and value for users can help.
by Gautam John | 5 min read
an oak tree - sustainable nonprofits
May 19, 2022
Nonprofits can be sustainable
If they have a product for which there is a demand and that does not require repeated infusions of large amounts of capital, nonprofit organisations can be sustainable for decades, if not centuries.
by Luis Miranda | 5 min read
An image showing a crack on the ground_marital rape
May 17, 2022
The split verdict on marital rape is a blow to women’s rights in India
Robust action against marital rape is necessary for India to end violence against women in all forms and fulfil its commitment to gender equality.
by Shireen Jejeebhoy | 5 min read
Schoolkids during lockdown in Tain village, Nuh, Haryana_Digital Empowerment Foundation-social sector
November 19, 2021
The good, the bad, the ugly: What went wrong during India’s COVID-19 response
No single entity—be it the government, the corporates, or the social sector—can operate in isolation. However, all three failed to collaborate when the pandemic was at its peak in India. Why?
by Osama Manzar | 6 min read
Agricultural-frontline-workers-conduct-an-onsite-demonstration-for-farmers_Hindustan-Unilever-Foundation-marketing principles rural communities
October 19, 2021
Universal principles to drive behaviour change
There is more common ground between the private and nonprofit sectors than we imagine. Insights from frontline teams reveal shared principles that can amplify impact.
by Anantika Singh, Reshma Anand | 4 min read
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