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ACTIVATING COMMUNITIES

ACTIVATING COMMUNITIES

Waste Warriors’ waste man-woman has become a popular mascot among our communities. Decorated with colorful plastic waste, it’s attractive, playful, and also acts as a reminder to think about all that we consume and dispose…
OVERCOMING SOCIAL STIGMA

OVERCOMING SOCIAL STIGMA

Paryavaran Sakhis of the Bishni Devi Self-help group are a common sight in Ringora village, surrounded by the world-famous Corbett Tiger Reserve. Paryavaran Sakhis, i.e., Friends of the Environment, refers here to the women. The…
ENHANCING INFRASTRUCTURE

ENHANCING INFRASTRUCTURE

Keori is a picturesque village in Bir billing. It joined hands with Waste Warriors to begin solid waste management in July 2023. Falling back on our experience and learnings gathered after working in the nearby…
Safe and Sustainable Menstruation with Pihu

Safe and Sustainable Menstruation with Pihu

Download in English Download in Hindi ‘Safe and sustainable menstruation with Pihu’ is an information booklet created with an intention to talk about and share Pihu’s story of learning about her body, periods and product…
Empowering Women to Lead the Battle Against Waste in Remote Villages of Uttarkashi

Empowering Women to Lead the Battle Against Waste in Remote Villages of Uttarkashi

Saving their environment and breaking stigma and stereotypes, one village at a time.
Photo essay: Why the Himalayas are drowning in waste

Photo essay: Why the Himalayas are drowning in waste

The pan-India ban on certain single-use plastics will face many implementation challenges, especially in the Himalayan region.​