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September 17, 2026
SUPPORTED BY SCALE
Big problems need all hands on deck
Systems change is often shorthand for working with governments. But community participation is key for societal missions such as ensuring quality public education.
by
Meenakshi Ramesh
,
Rukmini Banerji
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6 min read
September 14, 2026
Understanding the social sector through WhatsApp groups
Twenty-five messages, five groups, and zero actual coordination.
by
Sanjida Arora
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2 min read
September 1, 2026
Where are the mid-career women leaders?
By devaluing mid-career women, the social sector loses leaders who can shape institutions through their expertise in mentorship, trust-building, and collaboration.
by
Prachi Sharma
,
Ayesha Chaudhary
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6 min read
August 12, 2026
Can nonprofits create meaningful dialogue without a conference budget?
Here’s how grassroots organisations can run unconferences, a low-cost engagement model that removes institutional barriers and enables equal participation.
by
Ulfa Haneef Khwaja
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7 min read
August 4, 2026
What if CSR stopped working in silos?
CSR funding and projects often cluster in a few geographies in India. Here's why these patterns emerge and how better coordination can drive effective and equitable outcomes.
by
Pragya Raj Singh
,
Venkatesh Raghavendra
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8 min read
July 27, 2026
Can we nonprofits display the courage we ask of others?
Civil society's influence depends not only on how many people it reaches, but also on what it is willing to stand for.
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India Development Review
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4 min read
July 24, 2026
What frontline social workers need to stay safe at work
Frontline social workers often work without adequate safety, fair pay, or psychosocial support. What would it take for organisations and funders to change that?
by
Aishwarya Bhuta
,
Tamanna Basu
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7 min read
July 16, 2026
Who belongs on your board
The best nonprofit boards combine complementary skills and diverse perspectives, not just familiar faces. Here are six board profiles that can help build a stronger organisation.
by
Aarti Madhusudan
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5 min read
July 15, 2026
A social business model for Lucknow’s chikankari artisans
Despite their intricate handiwork, women in Lucknow’s chikankari industry often lack market access and a steady income. From skilling to vendor connections, here’s how a nonprofit built a sustainable enterprise for artisans.
by
Vibha Mishra
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7 min read
July 10, 2026
SUPPORTED BY KOITA FOUNDATION
What does it take to embed AI in government systems?
Three nonprofits share lessons from building and deploying AI solutions for India’s public institutions.
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India Development Review
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10 min read
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