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📢 We're excited to share highlights from the Indian Institute for Human Settlements's Urban Policy Dialogue 2024 (UPD 2024), where our Co-Founder and CEO, Cherukuri, Tarun, joined an esteemed panel on Crafting Urban Social Protection. 💡✨ The discussions, moderated by Gautam Bhan (IIHS), delved into reimagining social protection systems for India's rapidly urbanising landscape. Here are the key takeaways: 🌆 Urban Social Protection for India  India's current social protection framework, largely rural-centric, must evolve to address unique urban challenges. A "Right to City" approach can holistically integrate needs like land rights, housing, education, health, food, and infrastructure. 💰 Universal Benefits with Flexibility  Urban social protection should balance direct provisioning with robust social insurance, akin to global models like Brazil and China. Flexible, untied financing mechanisms could empower state governments and urban local bodies to tailor solutions for diverse urban vulnerabilities. 🏢 Strengthening Urban Governance  Decentralisation is key. Expanding local capacities and introducing municipal or social work cadres can enhance urban delivery systems without overburdening frontline workers. Simplified methods for identifying vulnerable populations are also essential. ⚖️ Integrated Safety Nets, Not Single Schemes  It's time for a bold political shift towards integrated, urban-specific safety nets. Technology can aid delivery within a firm, rights-based entitlement framework. Let's rethink and shape a more inclusive, urban social protection system that leaves no one behind! 🌍 #UPD2024 #SocialProtection #UrbanTransformation #IndusAction

Discover Meaningful Career Opportunities at Indus Action! Are you passionate about creating positive social change? Indus Action seeks talented professionals to join our dynamic team and make a real difference across India. Why Choose Indus Action? Professional Growth: Develop your skills in a supportive, innovative environment that values your potential Impactful Work: Contribute to transformative initiatives that create tangible improvements in communities Career Development: Advance your professional journey with meaningful projects and continuous learning opportunities We're looking for motivated individuals who want to: Drive social change Build sustainable solutions Work alongside dedicated professionals Make a lasting impact on society Current openings span multiple disciplines and locations throughout India. Each role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that matters. Interested in turning your professional aspirations into social impact? 📋 Explore and Apply: https://lnkd.in/dgY5G7-X Join us in creating positive change, one opportunity at a time. #CareerWithPurpose #SocialImpact #IndusAction

🌟 Empowering Persons with Disabilities: Highlights from Panel Discussion 3 🌟 The third panel discussion at Odisha Inclusive Summit 2024 focused on "Empowering Persons with Disabilities: Best Innovations and Practices by CSOs in Odisha." The session featured: 🌟 Dr. Jharana Swain - Principal Counselor, Family Court, Bhubaneswar 🌟 Ms. Kuni Mohanta - Indus Action 🌟 Ms. Soumya Dash - Founder-Director, Blissful Yoga Center & Chairman, Satyabhama Devi College for Hearing Impaired 🎤 Moderated by: Ms. Supriya Dash, Senior News Anchor, Naxatra News Key discussions revolved around: ✔️ The transformative impact of civil society organizations in fostering inclusion ✔️ Innovative practices for empowering Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) ✔️ Inspiring personal stories that underscored resilience and determination This session shone a spotlight on the collaborative efforts of CSOs, paving the way for a more inclusive society. Together, we can continue to empower and uplift! 💙 #OdishaInclusiveSummit2024 #PWDsEmpowerment #InclusionMatters #CollaborationForInclusion #OdishaRisingFoundation

🌟 The AVPN South Asia Summit 2024! 🌟 On 9–10 December 2024, we joined the vibrant gathering of social investment leaders in Chennai, India, at the AVPN South Asia Summit 2024. Themed "New Realities, New Opportunities," the summit explored South Asia's immense potential amidst its challenges—climate change, unequal growth, and limited access to essential services like healthcare, education, and employment. At Indus Action, we believe that strategic collaborations and innovative solutions are the keys to transforming these challenges into opportunities. Representing our team, Soumya Suresh & Gautam Sood were on the ground, fostering impactful partnerships to drive systemic change and scale our mission for social equity. Together, we can build a more inclusive and sustainable future! 🌍✨ #AVPNSouthAsia2024 #SocialImpact #PartnershipsForChange #IndusAction #InnovateInvestImpact

How do we shift our mindset about success from narrow parameters of academic excellence and material wealth to the broader, inclusive concept of thriving? We believe that the mindset that each of us hold makes the system and systems shift when individuals, who make up that system, shift. Catch us live tomorrow on Instagram at 9 am as we speak to Madhuri Dhariwal of Indus Action about her journey of finding the self within the system. #Live #YoungPeople #Inclusion #Education #ChangeTheScript #SystemsChange

🚧 We at Indus Action have been working relentlessly to transform the implementation of the Building and Other Construction Workers (BoCW) Act 🚀 We've gained deep insights into the Act's implementation and ecosystem through redesigned processes, impactful awareness campaigns, capacity-building for last-mile operators, and robust grievance redressal frameworks in Delhi and Chhattisgarh. But here's the game-changer: what's truly needed isn't just incremental progress but a systemic overhaul. Our mission? To streamline processes and engage every stakeholder effectively—ensuring that construction workers and their families receive their rightful welfare entitlements swiftly and hassle-free. This journey has culminated in a whitepaper that addresses the urgent need for change. It's more than a document; it's a call to action for a brighter future for India's construction workforce. 📖 Read the whitepaper and join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gvd_ezN2 #IndusAction #ConstructionWorkers #PolicyReform #SocialChange #BoCWAct

Indus Action, represented by Madhuri Dhariwal and Masoom Raza, is deeply grateful to have co-curated a special session at Agami's Justicemakers Mela 2024 🎉 We extend our heartfelt thanks to all 600+ changemakers who came together on November 29th and 30th at Minto Hall, Bhopal, to reimagine the future of law and justice. We were heartened by the response to our latest RTE Digital Public Good. Your presence and support truly made a difference. Thank you for helping to shape India's justice landscape! 💫

Exciting developments are on the horizon! We're making significant strides in expanding our impact across citizen service delivery. Following strategic discussions with the Directorate of Electronic Delivery of Citizen Services (EDCS) in Karnataka, we are poised to support the transformation of 7000+ GramaOne centres. Our team, represented by Archana Kannan, Soumya Suresh, Devaki ., and Jinu Sam Jacob, has been working closely with key stakeholders, including Mr Haris Sumairs (Director, EDCS) and Mr Mahaveer (Deputy Director, EDCS), to develop a comprehensive engagement model. The proposed collaboration focuses on diagnostic studies, implementation support, and developing robust monitoring systems—aiming to streamline citizen services and enhance the effectiveness of GramaOne centres across Karnataka. Stay tuned for more updates on this promising partnership! 🌍✨ #PublicServiceInnovation #CommunityEmpowerment #IndusAction

🌟 Indus Action Celebrates Community Leadership at Nagpur Residential Workshop! 🌟 We recently concluded our Annual Samaaj Residential in Nagpur, a transformative nine-day journey that brought together our incredible Community Leaders and Community Champions. The event unfolded in two dynamic phases, each designed to nurture and empower our community's changemakers. A special highlight was a memorable bus tour inspired by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies' partnership approach. It gave many participants their first non-religious outing—a moment of pure joy and exploration. For our Community Leaders, the focus was multifaceted: - Exploring entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial pathways - Diving deep into personal and professional aspirations - Prioritising mental and physical well-being - Understanding technological integration Our Community Champions deeply connect with the organisation's core mission and understand our long-term vision and approach. Nishta and Anju from Tehraav delivered powerful sessions that resonated with our leaders. Yuvraj, a dedicated volunteer from Down to Earth, supported us throughout the journey. The workshop concluded with a poignant visit to Deeksha Bhumi—a powerful reminder of our commitment to social transformation. #IndusAction #CommunityLeadership #SocialChange #Empowerment

We are proud to announce a groundbreaking milestone in Meghalaya's education landscape! 🌟 Building on our recent RTE roundtable momentum, we've signed a pivotal MoU with the Directorate of School Education & Literacy to implement RTE Section 12(1)(c) in Meghalaya. This collaboration marks a significant stride towards inclusive education, creating pathways for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to access quality private school education. We believe every child deserves an opportunity to learn and grow, regardless of socioeconomic circumstances. The event was distinguished by the presence of Shri Rakkam A. Sangma, Hon'ble Minister of Education, along with vital administrative leaders Shri Vijay Kumar, Shri Ambrose Marak, and Shri Swapnil Tembe. Watch Shri Swapnil Tembe's video on RTE 12(1)(c) here: https://lnkd.in/g5eb6sUe Our team, represented by Mansi Middha and Harshil Sharma, is committed to transforming educational access in Meghalaya. Together, we're opening doors to brighter futures! 📚✨ Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, India Veddis Foundation Dovetail Impact Foundation #InclusiveEducation #RightToEducation #Meghalaya