Derrek Xavier
Derrek Xavier is an editorial associate at IDR, where he is responsible for writing, editing, and publishing content. He previously worked in editorial positions at Cactus Communications and Firstpost. He holds an MA in Media Studies from the University of Amsterdam and a BA in Sociology and Anthropology from St Xavier’s College, Mumbai.
Articles by Derrek Xavier
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October 30, 2024
Case study: Embedding capacity building into organisational culture
The need for nurturing organisational capacities is well-known, but how can a nonprofit integrate capacity building into its value system? Universe Simplified Foundation's journey presents a roadmap.
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October 10, 2024
Integrating tech in government systems: What nonprofits must consider
Madhi Foundation's journey reveals the value of consensus building and judicious data use in enabling tech integration in government systems.
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September 20, 2024
Case study: Building a robust data management system
Data is an integral resource for nonprofits, yet many struggle with it. Safa India's journey reveals the potential of sound data management and what it takes to develop a system for it.
September 13, 2024
IDR Interviews | Madhu Mansuri Hasmukh
Padma Shri awardee and renowned folk singer Madhu Mansuri Hasmuri discusses his early life, his contribution to the Jharkhand Movement, and the current condition of the state and its youth.
July 29, 2024
Six things I’ve witnessed at social sector conferences
I went to a conference and all I got was an idea for this humour piece.
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July 19, 2024
Nonprofit tech adoption: Maintaining the human touch
Why should nonprofits leverage technology, and what must they look out for? FMCH's journey reveals the value of rigorous training and heeding fieldworkers' feedback.
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June 6, 2024
Enabling disability inclusion in corporate workplaces
How can India's private sector tackle its lack of disability inclusion? Two DEI leaders present a roadmap for change.
May 13, 2024
The five stages of writing an IDR humour article
Here’s what goes on behind the scenes.
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March 7, 2024
Case study: To scale or not to scale?
When is a grassroots nonprofit ready to scale? And how can it effectively build capacities to achieve this? A closer look at QUEST's growth reveals more.
February 12, 2024
The uncles we encounter at every social sector conference
All the characters and events depicted in this article are fictitious. Any resemblance to a person living or dead is purely coincidental.
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