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As we move through the year, we continue to be inspired by the leaders, fellows, and communities who remind us that meaningful change often begins with everyday conversations, and collective care. This month, we're excited to share updates from our fellowships, celebrate the achievements of our alumni, and highlight a resource that invites us to reflect on responsibility in new ways.
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Grameen Jyothi Fellowship: Halfway Through the Journey |
We are officially halfway through our Grameen Jyothi Fellowship, and what a journey it has been so far. |
This cohort brings together grassroots leaders-both women and men, from across rural India who are working every day to address issues such as gender inequality, education, community wellbeing, and social justice. Through workshops, peer learning, and reflection, fellows have been exploring trauma-informed leadership, healing, boundaries, power, and community change.
As we move into the second half of the fellowship, we are excited to see these learnings translate into action. In the coming months, fellows will begin launching their own community initiatives, applying what they have learned to create meaningful change within their local contexts. Stay tuned as we share their inspiring projects and stories! |
🧠Building Through Uncertainty: Mathangi Featured in Economic Insider |
Our Founder and CEO, Mathangi Swaminathan, was featured in Economic Insider alongside founders reflecting on how they are navigating uncertainty and building sustainable organizations. |
The feature highlighted Parity Lab's journey toward a more sustainable and adaptive model, including the evolution of our fellowship programs and the growth of prevention-focused initiatives such as Project Greenlight. We’re grateful to be featured alongside leaders building through uncertain times, and even more grateful for the communities, fellows, young leaders, and parents who continue to shape this work with us. The work continues. Thank you for being by our side.
Read the full article here. |
✨ Hamari Kahaniyan: Celebrating the Leaders Behind the Change |
This month, we launched Hamari Kahaniyan-a storytelling series dedicated to introducing the incredible leaders who make up our Grameen Jyothi Fellowship. |
These fellows are much more than participants in a program. Each brings unique lived experiences, resilience, wisdom, and a deep commitment to creating change in their communities.
Through Hamari Kahaniyan, we are sharing their journeys and offering a closer look at the people behind the work. We are deeply grateful for the trust, honesty, and leadership they bring to our community and look forward to continuing these conversations in the months ahead. The first episode is already up! Watch it here. |
1. Miriam Wachira Contributes to National Child Protection Guidelines in Kenya |
Global Flames alumna Miriam Wachira, Founder of Justice Nest, recently participated in the review of draft guidelines for the Protection and Care of Children of Incarcerated Parents in Kenya. |
Organized by the State Department for Children Services with support from UNODC and the European Union, the initiative seeks to strengthen the protection, care, and wellbeing of children whose parents are incarcerated. Miriam shared that the guidelines will improve collaboration among stakeholders and strengthen the work of organizations such as Justice Nest. We congratulate Miriam on contributing to this important national effort. Here is Justice Net’s website for more information! |
2. Maria Khanam Reflects on Healing and Self-Discovery Through Writing |
Alumna Maria Khanam recently published a deeply personal essay in Elephant Journal titled "I Learned the Art of Detachment - and It Became the Survival Skill No One Warned Me About." |
In the piece, Maria reflects on emotional distance, grief, survival, and the complex journey of understanding ourselves. Her writing explores how confronting difficult experiences can become an important step toward healing and self-awareness. We're proud to see Maria continuing to spark meaningful conversations through her storytelling. Read it here. |
3. Sukanya Remesh Featured in Podcast on Women’s Workforce Participation |
Global Flames alumna Sukanya Remesh recently joined a podcast conversation exploring one of India's most pressing social and economic questions: why women's participation in the workforce remains among the lowest in the world. The discussion examined the barriers women face in accessing employment, the impact of social norms and expectations, and how changing economic realities continue to shape women's opportunities and choices. |
We at Parity Lab are so happy to see Sukanya contributing her voice to such an important national conversation. Watch it on Youtube here. |
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Responsibility: A Reflection by Dr. Sanjyot Pethe |
What does responsibility really mean? In her latest blog, Dr. Sanjyot Pethe, Parity Lab's Wellness Lead, reflects on how ideas of responsibility influence our relationships, wellbeing, and sense of self. The piece invites readers to move beyond obligation and guilt, encouraging us to think about responsibility as a conscious choice grounded in clarity, awareness, and care. It offers thoughtful insights into how we can better understand our role in relation to ourselves and others. We invite you to read and reflect on this timely piece here. |
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