By Digital Empowerment Foundation Published on: August 23, 2024 The SWRC-Barefoot College began its work with crafts in 1974, aiming to integrate traditional crafts into broader community development initiatives. Over time, the craft section of Barefoot College evolved, and in 1992, it became Hatheli Sansthan, an independent registered non-profit society. Their legacy can be traced…
By Digital Empowerment Foundation Published on: August 23, 2024 Kalapuri Foundation is a social enterprise founded in 2018 with a mission to revive and promote traditional Indian handicrafts. Understanding the richness of Indian culture and the discrimination that the artisan community faces, Kalapuri is committed to empowering these artisans by providing them with essential training,…
By Digital Empowerment Foundation Published on: August 23, 2024 Tariq Ahmad Mir, the founder of Special Hands of Kashmir, who has turned personal adversity into a story of resilience and empowerment. Despite being diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at a young age, Tariq has not only overcome significant physical challenges but has also emerged as a…