As a part of our continued commitment to community development, REMI Group participated and helped Keshav Srushti setup a solar water pump in the village of Shele in the Wada district of Maharashtra. This project was executed under the Keshav Srushti Gram Vikas Yojna, to develop access of water to the farmers throughout the year. It will cover over 28 acres of land, benefitting more than 50 farmer families.
The pump will reduce the famers’ dependence on rainwater and provide an additional source of irrigation post-monsoon for cultivation of new crops. This will help provide livelihood to the farmers and generate more employment among the local communities, which will reduce the need for migration to other villages.
We remain committed to partnering with Keshav Srushti for more such projects to promote development of the locals in these rural areas.
Community service is not only about making a positive impact, but also about fostering connections and supporting local initiatives. As someone passionate about soil science, agricultural research, and sustainable practices, you have the opportunity to combine your community service with your expertise. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
1. Consider volunteering at a community garden. Your knowledge of soil health and crop production could be invaluable in helping others cultivate thriving gardens.
2. Offer workshops on sustainable farming practices, composting, or water conservation. Collaborate with local schools, community centers, or environmental organizations to share your insights.
3. Explore urban farming initiatives in your area. Your expertise could contribute to their success.
4. Consider advocating for resilient farming methods that adapt to changing weather patterns. Educate others about drought-resistant crops, soil conservation, and efficient irrigation techniques.
5. Research alternative crops suitable for arid regions. Promoting these crops can enhance food security and diversify local agriculture.
Community service is a two-way street: you learn from others while sharing your knowledge. Keep making a difference, and thank you for your commitment to the community's well-being.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀.
As part of our Billion Tree Project, we've successfully planted over 2 million trees. These trees were planted to create mini forests, parks, and fruit orchards, predominantly enriching the rural landscapes of Punjab.
The 1,165 mini forests, 434 parks, and 26 fruit orchards planted by us have sequestered approximately 20,000 tons of carbon.
Besides cleaning the air, the mini forests, parks, and orchards also become homes for birds and small animals.
That’s not where the impact ends.
To plant the trees and to look after them we hire people from the local community. This generates employment.
And because the saplings are well looked after, they have approximately a 90% survival rate.
One good thing leads to many.
#plantation#environmentalsustainability#billiontreeproject#miniforests#saveenvironment#planttrees#treeplantation#environmentalimpactRohini Nilekani PhilanthropiesGreen YatraGive Me Trees TrustMalhar KalambeAakash Ranison / I’m A Climate Optimist
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Waste is wealth!
Utilization of naturally available local fibres such as banana stem, maize stalks,papyrus reeds etc allows community to create jobs, earn incomes and be sef sufficient.
While still steeped in nature.
To imagine that the fibres shown are extracted from magoto!
In my community Magoto is a low value product used by children to make skipping ropes to play or make compost when left on the ground to rot.
The banana stem & leaves are used to feed animals (cows and goats)
Though traditionally they were used as plates 🍽 or food wrappers a practice which has since died.
In the ABCs of feed and fodder it is a bad practice to feed your cows with banana stems.
What natural fibre do you have in your community and how are you utilising them?
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This is really amazing waste to wealth strategies.
How I wish if this climate change mitigation technique can be promoted in Africa and sub-sahara Africa at large .
Reduce
Re-use and
Re-cycle
I believe this will promote climate resilience as well as protecting the ecosystem at large.
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Waste is wealth!
Utilization of naturally available local fibres such as banana stem, maize stalks,papyrus reeds etc allows community to create jobs, earn incomes and be sef sufficient.
While still steeped in nature.
To imagine that the fibres shown are extracted from magoto!
In my community Magoto is a low value product used by children to make skipping ropes to play or make compost when left on the ground to rot.
The banana stem & leaves are used to feed animals (cows and goats)
Though traditionally they were used as plates 🍽 or food wrappers a practice which has since died.
In the ABCs of feed and fodder it is a bad practice to feed your cows with banana stems.
What natural fibre do you have in your community and how are you utilising them?
Share/REPOST the video for wider reach ❤️
Also click the bell 🔔 icon and follow @wangechi kuria for practical conversations
This reminds me about the water hyacinth student program (2022) that i participated in Kenya at Ergeton university through the Agriscale student challenge. The program emphasized "eradication through utilization". Where what was considered as waste could be turned into something useful and essential.
I believe, this gives us food for thought , before you dispose off anything organic or whatever, take time and consider other ways it might be of use.
Now I am not saying you should be a mole rat to keep everything😄😄. However, if it can be recycled or reused in another form then harness that. We are living in a world where resources are becoming scarce every single day so why not be creative.
#Circular_economy#Scarce_resources
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Waste is wealth!
Utilization of naturally available local fibres such as banana stem, maize stalks,papyrus reeds etc allows community to create jobs, earn incomes and be sef sufficient.
While still steeped in nature.
To imagine that the fibres shown are extracted from magoto!
In my community Magoto is a low value product used by children to make skipping ropes to play or make compost when left on the ground to rot.
The banana stem & leaves are used to feed animals (cows and goats)
Though traditionally they were used as plates 🍽 or food wrappers a practice which has since died.
In the ABCs of feed and fodder it is a bad practice to feed your cows with banana stems.
What natural fibre do you have in your community and how are you utilising them?
Share/REPOST the video for wider reach ❤️
Also click the bell 🔔 icon and follow @wangechi kuria for practical conversations
Effective waste management can significantly boost economic growth in multiple ways, offering both direct and indirect benefits to nations.Benefits of Harnessing effective waste management options includes Resources recovery and recycling, Energy production from wastes,job recreation and Enterpreneurship and lots more.
for More details on Effective waste management, Feel free to reach out to me
#AEPB#ClimateAction#GreenerSpaces#Wastemanagement
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Waste is wealth!
Utilization of naturally available local fibres such as banana stem, maize stalks,papyrus reeds etc allows community to create jobs, earn incomes and be sef sufficient.
While still steeped in nature.
To imagine that the fibres shown are extracted from magoto!
In my community Magoto is a low value product used by children to make skipping ropes to play or make compost when left on the ground to rot.
The banana stem & leaves are used to feed animals (cows and goats)
Though traditionally they were used as plates 🍽 or food wrappers a practice which has since died.
In the ABCs of feed and fodder it is a bad practice to feed your cows with banana stems.
What natural fibre do you have in your community and how are you utilising them?
Share/REPOST the video for wider reach ❤️
Also click the bell 🔔 icon and follow @wangechi kuria for practical conversations
#ImpactStorySeries Jal Sahelis - Empowering Communities and Resolving Water Scarcity in Bundelkhand
Initiated in 2005 in Madhogarh, Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, the Jal Sahelis network spans across two hundred villages in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This grassroots network focuses on revitalizing water harvesting systems and traditional water bodies through active community participation.
Key Achievements:
Community Empowerment: The Jal Sahelis, through their activism and solutions, have positively impacted the lives of over 200,000 citizens in the region.
Water Revival: Their efforts contribute to the revival of water sources, ensuring sustainable access to water for communities.
Livelihood Support: The network's initiatives have also enhanced livelihoods and ecological resilience in the region.
Read the Full Story: https://lnkd.in/dvpz-rD9#ImpactStory#JalSahelis#WaterScarcity#CommunityEmpowerment#CSR#Sustainability
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Some negative impacts of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in India include:
- Displacement of local communities in Rajaji National Park and the Western Ghats.
- Inequitable distribution of benefits in Kerala's Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Maharashtra's Yavatmal district.
- Unintended habitat disruption in Punjab and Rajasthan.
- Water scarcity due to projects in Delhi and Bengaluru.
- Conflicts over land use in Maharashtra and Odisha.
- Cultural heritage impacts in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.
Indian policymakers and practitioners are working on more inclusive and sustainable approaches to NBS implementation to address these challenges.
Transforming slums in India is a massive and multifaceted challenge that requires a holistic approach. Here's a strategic plan that can address the key issues in slum transformation:
1. Comprehensive Slum Survey and Data Collection
- Action: Conduct a nationwide survey to map all slums, understand their demographics, land ownership status, and the availability of basic amenities.
- Outcome: A clear understanding of the slum landscape for targeted intervention.
2. Community Participation and Empowerment
- Action: Engage with local communities to ensure that slum residents have a say in the planning and implementation of transformation programs.
- Initiatives: Form community development groups and train local leaders to manage and sustain development programs.
- Outcome: Empowered communities with stronger ownership of their future.
3. Basic Infrastructure Development
- Water and Sanitation: Ensure access to clean drinking water, proper sanitation facilities, and sewer systems.
- Electricity and Connectivity: Provide reliable electricity and internet connectivity.
- Waste Management: Establish efficient waste collection and recycling systems.
- Outcome: Improved living conditions with a focus on public health and safety.
4. Affordable Housing and Land Tenure
- In-Situ Redevelopment: Focus on in-situ (on the same land) redevelopment, where slum dwellers can continue to live in the area while new housing is constructed.
- Low-Cost Housing: Collaborate with the private sector to build affordable housing through public-private partnerships.
- Land Rights: Legalize land tenure to give residents the security of owning their homes, encouraging investment in property improvements.
- Outcome: Permanent housing solutions and legal protection for slum residents.
5. Sustainable Livelihood Programs
- Microfinance and Entrepreneurship: Provide access to microfinance services to encourage small businesses, entrepreneurship, and self-employment.
- Skill Development: Partner with industries to create skill development programs aligned with market demands.
- Outcome: Sustainable livelihoods and reduced dependency on informal, insecure jobs.
6. Environmental Improvement and Green Spaces
- Eco-Friendly Development: Encourage the use of eco-friendly materials and technologies for housing, such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting.
- Green Spaces: Create parks, gardens, and open spaces to improve the environmental quality and living conditions.
- Outcome: Cleaner, greener neighborhoods that promote well-being.
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Key to Success: The transformation of slums requires collaboration between government agencies, private entities, civil society organizations, and most importantly, the slum residents themselves. Sustainable development principles, respect for human dignity, and empowerment are essential for long-lasting change.
We are running Complete upliftment project Saukhya “ serve bhavantu sukhin “
We are running this project for CSR / Corporates / NGO and Community wellfare project
Village upliftment with a focus on health and skill development is crucial for sustainable rural development. Here are key strategies to consider in these areas:
1. Health Improvement Initiatives
• Access to Healthcare:
• Establish primary health centers (PHCs) or mobile health clinics.
• Promote telemedicine services in remote areas.
• Health Awareness Programs:
• Organize regular health camps focusing on preventive healthcare (vaccination, maternal care, and child nutrition).
• Conduct awareness drives about sanitation, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Encourage the construction of clean toilets and clean drinking water systems (e.g., borewells or water purification systems).
• Training Health Workers:
• Train local women and youth as community health workers (ASHA, midwives) for early detection of diseases and promoting health practices.
• Encourage skilled health professionals to work in rural areas by providing incentives.
• Mental Health and Wellness:
• Provide mental health services and counseling, particularly focusing on stress management, addiction issues, and gender-based challenges.
2. Skill Development Programs
• Vocational Training:
• Set up vocational training centers to teach trades such as carpentry, tailoring, masonry, or handicrafts.
• Offer modern agricultural skills (e.g., organic farming, sustainable practices, and farm machinery operations).
• Entrepreneurship Development:
• Train individuals in business skills, like accounting, marketing, and resource management.
• Help them set up small-scale businesses, cooperatives, or microenterprises.
• Digital Literacy:
• Provide training in basic computer skills, online banking, and mobile app usage to improve access to financial and government services.
• Set up community centers with internet facilities to foster digital learning.
• Skill Upgradation in Traditional Arts and Crafts:
• Promote and enhance traditional village crafts, and offer branding and marketing support to help artisans
3. Economic Empowerment
• Microfinance and Self-Help Groups (SHGs):
• Strengthen SHGs to offer financial literacy and access to small loans for entrepreneurial activities.
• Employment Opportunities:
• Link skill training programs with potential employers, industries, or e-commerce.
• Promote agricultural diversification and agro-based industries to create jobs locally.
4. Sustainability and Long-term Impact
• Community Engagement:.
• Government and NGO Partnerships:
• Collaborate with government programs (e.g., National Rural Livelihood Mission) and NGOs working in rural development.
These initiatives can lead to self-reliance, better health, and economic stability for villagers.
We have mission of 100 clinic and 10,000 village to provide Complete care
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