Celebrating Life
Left Alone, Children Lose their Safety Net

Left Alone, Children Lose their Safety Net

There is a numbing silence inside their little hut in North India’s Uttar Pradesh, as 15-year-old Preeti* does her best to hold back tears recollecting memories of her parents being around and looking after them. She’s mixing a bowl of rice with whatever is left at home for her two little sisters, Tanya* (11) and Anya* (8). The three…

Beyond their dreams

Beyond their dreams

The pandemic and lockdown have disrupted the course of our lives. For lakhs of people, the year was a massive blow to their finances and future. The most vulnerable families were the worst affected. The lack of an income put…