Safe Spaces for Little Ones | How Rural Odisha is Nurturing Children & Empowering communities скачать в хорошем качестве

Safe Spaces for Little Ones | How Rural Odisha is Nurturing Children & Empowering communities

#health | In rural villages, working mothers often struggle between earning a livelihood and ensuring proper care for their young children. To address this, with support from the Azim Premji Foundation, Gram Vikas launched the Rural Creche Initiative in 77 villages across Kandhamal, Gajapati, and Kalahandi districts, providing much-needed relief. Known as Shishu Ghar, these community-run centers provide safe spaces for children aged 7 months to 3 years, ensuring nutritious meals and proper care during their critical early years. Managed by Creche Committees with community and government representatives, Shishu Ghars strengthen early childhood care, link families to key government schemes, and enable mothers to balance work and childcare. For families like Rashmimala Mallik’s in Balipadara village, Shishu Ghar is more than just a childcare centre. The initiative, driven by the community's collective efforts, nurtures healthier children, supports mothers’ livelihoods, and fosters community-led action. Script, Shoot & Edit: Ajaya Behera Text Card & Subtitle: Chandrika Patnaik #creche #ruralodisha #shishughar #childcare #daycare #earlylearning