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The Non-Farm Imperative: Rural Women Entrepreneurs and the 2030 Jobs Mission

India is witnessing a gradual yet critical shift in its rural employment landscape. For generations, agriculture has shaped not just livelihoods, but the very identity of rural communities. Today, that identity is expanding. Across villages, people are looking beyond farming, aspiring for enterprises and occupations that can provide stability, dignity, …

Women-Led Micro Movements: Shaping the Future of Work

Sixty-seven per cent of India’s 1.4 billion population is in the working age group, and over 100 million young women and men are expected to seek gainful employment by 2030. However, the nation is close to facing an employment crisis, as the market is ill-equipped to absorb them. Despite being …

Youth Skills Development: Pathway to Peaceful Co-existence

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the role of youth in shaping the future cannot be understated. With their energy, creativity and passion, the youth hold immense potential to drive and foster sustainable development. However, harnessing this potential requires equipping them with the necessary skills to navigate the issues of their …