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Are your CSR programs truly addressing community needs? 🚀 At GRAAM, we believe in the power of systematic Community Needs Assessments to transform CSR initiatives. Without community consultation, CSR programs often miss the mark, meeting perceived rather than actual needs. This can lead to disengagement and minimal impact. Our 7-Step CNA Framework ensures deep, grassroots-level understanding, enabling corporates to prioritize needs and complement ongoing development efforts. Partner with GRAAM for a community-centric approach that delivers data-driven insights and sustainable impact. 🔍 No Community Consultation - No Stake 📊 Systematic Community Needs Assessment 🌟 GRAAM's CNA Framework 🌍 Why Choose GRAAM? 🤝 Partner with GRAAM Let’s create a legacy of positive change together. Connect with GRAAM today! #CSR #CommunityNeedsAssessment #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #GRAAM #India #CorporateImpact #SocialChange

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 – 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬? 🌍 I had the opportunity to volunteer with the Karimu International Help Foundation led by Marianne Kent-Stoll and Nelson Mattos and it was one of the most transformational moments of my professional and personal life. Working alongside rural communities to build schools, improve access to clean water, and empower families left me with a renewed sense of purpose and perspective. 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐮 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩, where you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make a lasting impact. It’s not just about helping others – it’s about growth, connection, and walking away inspired. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭? - Build schools, support health initiatives, and empower local families. - Connect deeply with a community and their story. - Walk away with friendships, memories, and the knowledge that you’ve helped create something sustainable and meaningful. If you’ve ever felt the pull to do more – this is your sign. It’s an experience that will challenge, inspire, and change you. 🔗 Learn how to get involved here: Karimu International Help Foundation Let’s make a difference – together. Ping me for more details or Nelson Mattos Marianne Kent-Stoll Eduardo Lins Henrique 𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐓 🙏 #karimu #tanzania #volunteer #VolunteerAbroad #VolunteerWork

Grassroots work comes with significant challenges. It is also uniquely powerful because it is driven by the communities it serves. Read more on the double-edged sword of grassroots work in our blog post by Co-Founder Lindsay Saligman #GrassrootsWork #RuralIndia #CommunityLeadership #NGO #SocialImpact #BlogPost

🌟 Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Hope: The Adharica Foundation Journey 🌟 Welcome to our story, a vision brought to life by Vinayak More and Santosh Melekar. At Adharica Foundation, we're not just a nonprofit; we're a beacon of hope for the visually challenged and economically backward communities. Our mission? To create a world where inclusivity isn't just a word, but a reality lived every day. Through events like musical orchestras and ration distribution drives, we not only showcase the immense talents within these communities but also foster a spirit of empowerment and skill development. Our journey is about more than aid; it's about actively engaging with and uplifting every individual to lead a life of dignity, hope, and gratitude. As we look to the future, our dreams are big. Expanding initiatives, creating meaningful job opportunities, and promoting accessible platforms are just the start. We envision a society where every voice is heard, and every dream is valid. Join us on this incredible journey of empowerment and inclusion. Together, we can build a more inclusive society, one where every individual can thrive. 💼🎶🌍 https://lnkd.in/duvVtSse Let's make it a reality. Your support can change lives. Eshan Thackur #Empowerment #Inclusivity #AdharicaFoundation

"Empowering youth is crucial for a nation's growth and development, as they are the leaders of tomorrow." As a young humanitarian and advocate, I'm excited to share that I'm organizing the first-ever "Mindset Change Youth Conference" in Mapalo, Ndola district, under the theme "Empowered Youths, Empowered Communities." This conference aims to equip youths with necessary information and skills to foster positive change in society. By doing so, we're not only investing in their future but also empowering them to become active change-makers. Research has shown that engaging young people in community change can have a significant impact, as they bring fresh perspectives and energy to addressing social issues ¹. I believe it's not just the duty of the government, church, or organizations to drive change, but also individual responsibility. I look forward to your support, Hon Luckson Chisenga, and other leaders within Mapalo. Together, let's unlock the potential of our youths and create a brighter future. More information coming soon! #Mindsetchangeyouthcomference #itstime #mindsetshift #purposeOverProfit

Incentivizing community engagement practices to enable participation: Performance Incentive Grants (PIG) in Nagaland Under the World Bank funded NECTAR project in Nagaland, PIG incentivizes community engagement practices and empowers the SMCs/SMDCs in government schools to utilize grants in a participatory manner. Here are a few among many changes that PIG has been able to bring to the government schools in Nagaland. #education #community #participation Adhyayan Asia Adhyayan Quality Education Foundation YouthNet

Funding available: Improving the social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) of Tāne Māori - please share with your networks! Expressions of interest are due this Friday, 31 May for: 👉 Movember's Community Empowerment Funding: annual funding of up to $700,000 for five years, to improve SEWB among Māori boys and men, and their communities. 👉 Movember's Indigenous Men's Wellbeing Innovation Initiative: annual funding of up to $250,000 for three years to improve SEWB among Māori boys and men, and their communities. Organisations can apply for funding for either new programmes or existing programmes that would benefit from stronger evidence of outcomes. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gCnquf6r. #mentalhealthnz #movember #changingmindsnz #mentalhealth #wellbeing

Transformative change requires strategies that are collectively owned—where parts of a system operate and relate differently, leading to dramatic and lasting impact. (ssir.org) At the November Life Skills Collective retreat in India , Sanchi Chandna represented Kizazi among 40+ organizations working together to shift the narrative and make #lifeskills essential for young people in India. Key shifts that set this collective apart: ♦️ Youth-led narratives: Empowering young people to shape and lead the discourse on life skills. ♦️ Collaborative ways of working: Centering #equity, #justice, and #inclusion in both our internal processes and external approaches. ♦️ Multi-stakeholder collaboration: Bringing together funders, organizations, caregivers, educators, civil society, and local governance leaders as equal partners. ♦️ Evidence-driven strategies: Leveraging mixed methods to build credible, context-driven evidence for #systemicchange. We’re humbled to contribute to this movement, working toward a #transformative narrative for life skills that enables every young person in India to thrive. Let’s #collaborate and co-create! If you’re passionate about building this future, we’d love to connect. #lifeskills #wholechilddevelopment #collaboration #context Echidna Giving | Porticus | Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, India | Global Center for the Development of the Whole Child | IDinsight | @Adaptatva |

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Yesterday, Rhema Compassion Organization (RCO) and Twajali Network Empowerment (TNE) officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to join forces in empowering vulnerable families and street families. 🤝 What does this partnership mean? ✅ RCO’s Role: We will focus on identifying and supporting street families and vulnerable individuals, connecting them to opportunities for education and empowerment. ✅ TNE’s Role: Twajali will recruit and enroll these beneficiaries into programs that help transform their lives for a brighter future. Why is this important? By combining our strengths, we can provide: 🔹 Access to education for those in need. 🔹 Life-changing opportunities for vulnerable families. 🔹 A greater impact on building sustainable communities. This MOU marks a significant milestone in our shared mission to restore hope and build a better tomorrow for those who need it most. We are incredibly excited about this collaboration and invite you to follow our journey as we make a difference together! 🙌 #Collaboration #Partnership #EmpoweringLives #SocialImpact #RhemaCompassion #TwajaliNetwork

As part of the UN Millennium Fellowship, our project Ekatha Unnati focused on SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, with a mission to empower the Kani community, an Indigenous community in Kerala. Ekatha Unnati, meaning unity and progress, became a journey of advocacy, education, and social justice. We visited settlements in Amboori and Kottur, conducting legal awareness sessions, health workshops, and book donations. Our engagement with the Moopan, the community leader, gave us invaluable insights into their culture and challenges. Collaboration with local leaders and Geethanjali NGO was key to adopting a holistic approach for sustainable change. This journey strengthened our leadership, coordination, and empathy as we worked towards lasting empowerment. Our commitment to Ekatha Unnati continues beyond the fellowship, driven by the hope of true equality for every member of the Kani community. This video captures the essence of our work—a heartfelt reflection of our efforts, challenges, and the hope we carry forward.  Millennium Campus Network (MCN) | United Nations Academic Impact | Sam Vaghar #MillenniumFellowship #EkathaUnnati #KaniCommunity #SDG10 #SocialImpact #Empowerment