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Women in the Social Sector: Challenges and Triumphs

  • Source : ISDM
  • 7 March 2024
Introduction:Women have been the pillars of strength in the realm of the social sector. Dr. Kiran Bedi, Aruna Roy, and Sudha Murthy are just a few of them who have led initiatives throughout the country and brought forth transformative change in society. However, their journey has not been simple. It is marked by both challenges and triumphs. This blog will delve into this landscape, shedding light on their pivotal role in social work, the obstacles they have encountered, and how…
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Why Choose Development Management In A Post-Pandemic World?

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  • 6 May 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted people’s health, livelihood, infrastructure and access to essential goods and resources. Social purpose organisations (SPOs) represent the less empowered billions who had little or no agency to overcome these unprecedented hurdles to sustain themselves. The challenges these SPOs needed to address suddenly became additionally complex. The Post-Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP DM), developed and carefully curated by the Indian School of Development Management, is a pioneering program for social sector aspirants. The design, curriculum and…
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Why I Do Not Want To Be Called A Social Worker

  • Source : ISDM
  • 6 March 2024
In this candid personal narrative, the author challenges the traditional label of “social worker” and explores evolving professional identities within the social sector. The post reflects on the limitations of conventional designations and emphasizes the importance of innovative, flexible roles that better capture the dynamic nature of social impact work. It advocates for redefining terms to empower professionals and encourage a broader understanding of social change.
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Which Is The Best Course For A Management Career In The Social Sector?

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  • 4 January 2024
Embracing the Social SectorIn the realm of diverse causes and global challenges, a growing number of individuals, both students and professionals, are driven not just by a paycheck but by a yearning to make a meaningful impact. The millennial generation, often deemed Gen Y, is increasingly drawn to the development sector, fueled by a genuine desire to address the world’s most pressing issues and outshine their peers through exposure and experience. Success, for this cohort, is not solely defined by…
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Women And Chulha: A Rural Immersion

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  • 27 January 2024
A student from the social work courses – Tenzin Chorran from Post Graduate Program in Development Management at ISDM’s. During the rural immersion part of the program called ‘Realising India’, she visited a village in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, where she was appalled by the situation of women in rural hinterlands.Rural Immersion is a critical component of ISDM’s PGP DM program. Our batch was divided into groups and sent to different districts to understand the ground realities of societies and institutions….
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Your Favourite Cup Of Chai : Keeping Tribal People Bonded To Labour

  • Source : ISDM
  • 28 January 2024
This article explores the socio-economic dynamics behind traditional labor practices in tribal communities involved in tea production. It discusses how these practices, while contributing to community cohesion and cultural identity, may also entail exploitation. The post calls for fair labor reforms, sustainable practices, and supportive policies that empower tribal workers while preserving their cultural heritage and social bonds.
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Water – ​ ​A​ ​Source​ ​Of​ ​Poverty

  • Source : ISDM
  • 1 March 2024
I was given a glass of water, semi-brown in colour, the very first sip of which, bombed my taste buds with all the salt and minerals it contained. What if I told you that an average woman in Alampur, a village in Alwar district, spends her early morning hours, traveling long distances, just to fetch this contaminated water used for drinking and cooking. When was the last time we had to think this much about the water we drink? We,…
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Why Philanthropy Is The Way Forward For Development, Not Charity

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  • 31 August 2017
Recently, I got to explore and understand the wonderful work being done by a philanthropist in his native rural area. The organisation was working across multiple domains – from sports to theatre for development, skill building and livelihood, agricultural information services, women empowerment, pre-school support, etc.As per habit (the dangers of having been a consultant!), my first question to them was related to understanding their theory of change (TOC – a sense of what the problem is and what interventions…
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Unveiling 5 Game-Changing Collaboration Models in Development Sector

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  • 1 June 2018
Collaboration as the Catalyst for Social ImpactIn the dynamic landscape of the development sector, collaboration emerges as a powerful force, often cited as the linchpin for sustainable and scalable social change. However, the path to effective collaboration is not always clear, and the sector grapples with finding models that transcend the realm of unfulfilled promises. This blog explores five collaborative models, each offering a unique approach to fostering sustainable impact, shedding light on the processes needed to bring them to…
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Realising India: Re-Realising My Privileges

  • Source : ISDM
  • 1 December 2017
I chose to drop science post 10th grade and study commerce.At 17, I went to Delhi University for graduation. I chose to finance my own education. I chose to study literature. I chose to work in an NGO. After working for 6 years, I chose to quit my job and study a program that was absolutely new in the sector. At an age when most girls get married, I chose not to. What underlies all of this and much more…
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