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Stories and Insights from Makkala Jagriti

Explore our latest articles, reflections, field experiences, and stories of change from across our programs. Each piece highlights our approach, our learnings, and the possibilities we strive to create for children and youth.

As the eldest of three siblings, Asfiya stepped into responsibility early—agreeing to marriage and motherhood to support her family. When her father suffered a brain haemorrhage, harsh judgments around her

After losing his father, Mahesh grew up without consistent family support and was placed in a Government Boys’ Home. Though he attended school, learning felt overwhelming. He grew withdrawn, avoided

When Srikanth Biradar joined the Observation Home in Vijayapura as a counsellor, he saw children with untapped potential rather than a system to manage. He focused on creating safety first

Basamma lost her childhood early. After her father left and her home became unsafe, she and her younger brother entered a Child Care Institution in 2021. It was frightening —

“Go back. Sit down. Keep quiet.”For years, this is how Shanthala began her class. After eight years as an Anganwadi teacher, it felt familiar — even necessary. That changed when

As a Supervisor in H D Kote Taluk, Mysore, Rajitha N works in remote villages where reaching an Anganwadi itself can mean travelling without network or basic access. For her,

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