Women as Climate Change Mitigation Catalyst Women as Climate Change Mitigation Catalyst is a transformative initiative that recognizes women as essential drivers of climate action across Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, Indigenous Knowledge, Art and Culture, and Political Participation and Advocacy. The project aims to strengthen women’s capacities in climate governance, enabling their active …
Empowering Ownership of Cultural Heritage Revival of Lost Arts and Cultural Practices in North East India is a vital initiative centered on the theme of Indigenous Arts and Languages across seven states of North East India — Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Sikkim. The project engages diverse indigenous communities including the Khasi, …
Organisational Development Process Grassroot Shillong recognizes the importance of organizational efficiency in achieving its mission to promote Indigenous rights and cultural preservation. To enhance staff capabilities and organizational efficiency, the organization has invested in various training programs, workshops, and exposure trips. Grassroot team members during the Organisational Development and capacity-building program. To enable the organisation …
Empowering Livelihood Through Solar Energy The “Empowering Livelihoods with Solar Energy” project aims to promote sustainable livelihoods and reduce energy poverty in rural communities of Meghalaya. The project focuses on harnessing solar energy to empower local communities, particularly in areas with limited access to electricity. By promoting the use of solar energy, the project seeks …
Zoonotic and Vector-Borne Diseases Research Project Grassroot and the Indian Institute of Public Health in Shillong are collaborating on the Zoonotic Vector-Borne Diseases Research Project. The project aims to raise awareness and conduct advanced research in the breathtaking landscapes of East Jaiñtia Hills and Eastern West Khasi Hills. Grassroot has obtained Free Prior Informed Consent …
Tree Plantation cum Carbon Offsetting Project Tree plantation faces significant hurdles including improper planting techniques, neglect during crucial early growth years, and increasingly common wildfires. These factors can destroy additional trees and increase carbon dioxide emissions through changes in land cover, potentially worsening the very problems we aim to solve. Successful tree plantation requires consideration …