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Samhita

Recommended by Sarah-Indra Jungblut, 28-07-2010

Samhita.org is a philanthropic initiative of the Nadathur Trust. Though samhita.org is meant for all stakeholders in the social sector, our first phase of activity will focus on providing greater visibility, more resources and a support system for social organizations (with an initial focus on NGOs), individuals and service providers To source

Individual donor base most critical for NGOs: Survey

Recommended by Sarah-Indra Jungblut, 27-07-2010

A detailed online survey conducted by Samhita reveals that individual donations are the most critical source of funds for Indian NGOs. This survey was conducted to understand the fundraising practices of Indian NGOs. We hope that the results will help NGOs customize their activities based on popular practices. To source

India has an NGO for every 400 people

Recommended by Julian Furtkamp, 12-07-2010

According to the first governmental survey of the voluntary sector, India is teeming with non-government organisations -- at 3.3 million, possibly the most in the world. They are registered under a cluster of different Acts and include a range of diverse motives and mandates To source

Women weavers of Assam walk out of vulnerability with former supermodel

Recommended by Sarah-Indra Jungblut, 08-06-2010

New Delhi, 08 June 2010: Internationally renowned fashion designer and former supermodel Bibi Russell has joined hands with the ethnic Bodo women of the northeastern Indian state of Assam in creating a new line of lifestyle products that will blend traditional Bodo culture and high fashion. To source

Activism makes us happy

Recommended by Helge Peters, 28-04-2010

Political engagement may not be a barrel of laughs, but US-German research shows there is a link between well-being and taking action on issues that affect our lives. To source