The workshop, co-facilitated by Mr. Nitesh Bhardwaj from Adiwasi Janjagruti and Ms. Anu of Video Volunteers, brought together over 50 participants to explore the transformative potential of community journalism in fostering grassroots leadership. The session focused on leveraging digital tools, to empower individuals to address community issues and amplify their voices on broader platforms. The…
The workshop, led by Shobitha Kedlaya, was attended by a significant audience of over 100 participants. The interactive session centered around the pervasive influence of smartphones and social media on individuals’ sense of identity and the emergence of fear in digital spaces. Shobitha initiated the session by delving into the pervasive impact of social media…
Facilitated by Mr. Pallab and Mr. Kumar Sambhav from Digital Wellness Lab (DWL), a recent workshop gathered approximately 35 participants to delve into the evolving threats of misinformation, scams, and deep fakes in the digital realm. The session provided valuable insights into these challenges and explored potential solutions to safeguard communities from the harmful effects…
Facilitated by Mr. Abhinav Pandey and Mr. Shyam Sunder, a recent session on the SoochnaPreneur Model provided valuable insights into the crucial role played by SoochnaPreneurs in community development. Attended by over 80 participants, the workshop aimed to delve into the intricacies of the SoochnaPreneur role and their vital contributions to their communities. Mr. Abhinav…
Facilitated by– Mr. Muzaffar Ansari The workshop commenced by tracing the digital journey of Chanderi, highlighting the pivotal steps taken to embrace digital platforms. Initially, efforts were directed towards establishing an online presence through dedicated websites and digital marketplaces. These platforms served as virtual storefronts, showcasing the exquisite designs, intricate patterns, and cultural significance of…
Mustkeem Khan, a resident of Bensi village in Haryana, has been at the forefront of a digital center initiative since 2018. His comprehensive services span education, finance, and governance, benefitting approximately 40,000 individuals across several villages in the region. Armed with essential digital equipment, Mustkeem offers diverse services, ranging from basic computer courses to facilitating…
Mohammad Asik has been the dedicated operator of an eMitra center in Tapukda, Khairthal, Tijara, Rajasthan, for the past decade, catering to a cluster of approximately a dozen villages and serving around 15,000 residents. His center is a hub of over 50 services encompassing e-governance, finance, health, and education. Equipped with three laptops, a tablet,…
Parvez Alam plays a pivotal role in operating the Smartpur Center located in the village of Shahavpur, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. The center is dedicated to meeting the daily needs and facilitating the benefits of government schemes for an estimated 60,000 to 70,000 rural residents residing within a 6 km radius. One of the key initiatives…
Kiran Kumari, a resident of Brinda, Jharkhand, serves as a catalyst for rural employment and women’s empowerment through her Common Service Centre in the remote areas of Giridih. Her impactful contributions to Digital India services, including Jeevan Praman, Aadhar enrollment, Banking, Railway Ticketing, and Stree Swabhiman, have earned her recognition, including the prestigious Digital India…
Mala Khatun has been an integral part of the SoochnaPreneur network for the past 2 years, making a significant impact in Jhanjha Rukanpur, Murshidabad, West Bengal. Her center is a beacon of empowerment, primarily catering to the Muslim community and offering a diverse range of services encompassing digital literacy, government entitlements, and banking services through AEPS.…