Ecosystem Development

Care decisions are shaped by socio-economic factors and cultural practices. Health interventions must go beyond medical advice to offer meaningful support.

Social sector work must move from service delivery to enabling people to claim their rights.

Darren Walker, president of Ford Foundation, talks about the new era of philanthropy in India, centring communities, and the value of failure.

Here's how peer learning, alumni networks, and institutional support are reimagining top-down teacher training models.

Gender-based disparities and biases often manifest in work culture. Creating spaces for dialogue can provide support and drive more equitable practices.

In Mizoram, geography and culture pose unique challenges for nonprofits. Leaders overcome them by building relationships and strengthening communication.

The role of the arts in India’s development sector remains limited to sporadic efforts. Here’s why that needs to change and how funders can lead the way.

Nonprofits must address climate risks within their organisational structures to protect employees, especially those on the front lines of climate action.

Nonprofits in India face many barriers to capacity building. Based on insights from more than 100 nonprofits, a report by Social Lens suggests ways to improve programmes and build effective support.

Complex and changing financial rules often make it difficult for nonprofits to sustain their work. To turn finance into a strength rather than a burden, organisations need better training, peer support, and accessible tools.