There is grim news on education. But the silver lining is that the pandemic forced innovation. Build on it
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A Novel Attempt to Break the Language Barrier in Research
What are some of the challenges in delivering language of research to the language of people, especially when knowledge is produced in a language different from that of the people? This piece will explore the question through Accountability Initiative’s (AI) attempt to take Social Accountability theory, produced in English to change-makers and development professionals in the Indian grassroots, through its vernacular course.
ASHA Workers and Post-Pandemic Work – Instagram Live
In this live discussion with Jhatkaa, Ritwik Shukla, our Senior Research Associate spoke about the challenges of ASHA workers in terms of remuneration, health hazards, and repeated episodes of abusive/unpleasant remarks. He also talked about the lack of support from the family for this women-led force.
To Reopen Schools, India Must Go Local
Involve parents; decentralise decision-making; and give schools greater autonomy for expenditure. Local innovation is the path forward.
Four Lessons the Pandemic has Taught Us on Accountability
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark across the world. A global economic crisis now compounds human tragedies. The world is witnessing recessions, increased debt, mass unemployment and a decline in real wages, resulting in food and nutrition insecurity.
GST: End of the Road for Cooperative Federalism
India’s grand bargain, once heralded as a new era in cooperative federalism, the Goods and Services tax regime, less than fours years since its adoption, is today the new battleground for centre-state fiscal wars.
COVID-19 and the Disease of Inequality
The second wave will deepen inequality. Expand support to states, universalise PDS, and ramp up MGNREGS now.
The Second Wave and the Indian State
The Centre and states are at war, but India urgently needs a coordinated response. It’s not too late. But soon it will be
Workers in a War of Vaccination
Per government estimates, over 1.6 crore panchayat functionaries, community workers and other volunteers have been involved in various pandemic-related duties
What the Budget Means for India’s Social Sector
With livelihoods, poverty and social safety nets still in a precarious position, the neglect of the social sector will hamper India’s attempt to build a dynamic, resilient and equitable social welfare architecture.