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Dear Reader, Welcome to the June Edition of our Newsletter! We are excited to bring you an array of engaging content this month. From in-depth articles by our team members to insightful reports, this edition is packed with information and stories. Dive into "They're All Us: A Glimpse of Life & Livelihoods in Sukma," which delves into Sukma's cultural and economic landscape. Read "Stormy Skies to Bright Futures," highlighting the transformative impact of skilling opportunities in Jharkhand's villages. Scroll down to test your knowledge with our customary quiz, explore insightful reports on female labor force participation and challenges for women in STEM, and read comprehensive news articles mapping the skilling landscape. Enjoy reading! |
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They're All Us: A Glimpse of Life & Livelihoods in Sukma Our collegue, Tushar Singh's article reflects on Sukma’s cultural and economic landscape, emphasizing the disconnect between policy and local traditions. He highlights the brewing economy's untapped potential and the cultural significance of cock-fighting. Despite government restrictions, local practices like Mahua brewing and betting persist, revealing policy failures. The article calls for culturally sensitive interventions to boost rural incomes and respect indigenous practices. |
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Stormy Skies to Bright Futures Diksha Patial, an employee at Pratham, reflects on her visit to Nadi Toli village in Ranchi for the Aashirwad campaign. She met several alumni and noted how free training and job placement programs transformed their lives. The article underscores the significant positive impact of such initiatives on communities, emphasizing the necessity for continued interventions to empower individuals and foster community development. |
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| | Indian Female Labour Force The report by ADBI aims to seeks to understand the factors influencing FLPR over time and the variations observed among different groups and sectors within the Indian workforce. Thus, undercovering the the complexity of female labor force participation in India, shaped by regional, educational, and sectoral disparities. | | |
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| | Women in STEM This report by explores challenges and opportunities for women in STEM, highlighting educational barriers, workplace bias, and low representation in higher roles. It recommends inclusive policies, career break support, and mentorship programs to improve gender equality and boost women's participation in STEM. | | |
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| | Skilling program for women NABARD launches a 3o day skill development program for women in Anantnag district, focusing on processing with the aim to enable women to establish small-scale food processing units at home. | | |
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| | Automobile Olympiad for students The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) and CBSE have launched the National Automobile Olympiad (NAO), 2024 initiative to engage students from grades 6 to 12 across India in the automotive industry. | | |
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| | Centre of Excellence in Guwahati The Apparel, Made-ups & Home Furnishings Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC) inaugurated a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Guwahati, Assam. The aim is to advance skill and innovation in apparel industry of the North-East. | | |
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