Dignity DIARY
July 2024 Issue #60
RAHAT Relief Updates
Northeast India is
dealing with climate change: Manipur recovers from Cyclone Remal
Assam battles annual floods
Goonj is continuing relief work in Imphal East district, Manipur and Nagaon district , Assam. In Manipur, we assisted
5 villages across districts. In Assam, our teams are reaching affected as areas as the situation continues to worsen
To DO YOUR BIT - Contribute online or visit any Goonj offices
Dear Friend of Goonj,
The past month highlighted the participation of people uniting for a larger purpose. This was evident at our first National Volunteer Meet in Delhi and in our response to Cyclone Remal in the Northeast.
At Goonj, mobilising and connecting people from all walks of life is central to our work. The National Volunteer Meet embodied this spirit, with volunteers from all over India forming a united community to create meaningful change. During crises, this network enables our rapid response as we mobilise the most affected communities to come together and design and implement solutions for their own recovery.
With growing climate emergencies, this work of mobilising and motivating the most vulnerable people to take action against their own challenges has evolved as the most sustainable response to climate change.
With Team 5000, you too can join this collective action work to co-create a more equitable and sustainable world. Team 5000, our monthly contribution initiative is NOT a donation; it's an opportunity for you to become a part of a common masses led movement that believes everyone of us has a stake in a better world.
Lagey Raho..
Anshu Gupta
Founder - Goonj and Gram Swabhimaan
Collaborative Alliance for
Disaster Management
Climate change has unfortunately become our harsh reality. Now, more than ever, there is a necessity to think beyond traditional ways of providing aid when disaster strikes, focusing instead on equipping ourselves with better disaster preparedness initiatives.
The Goonj Alliance for Rapid Response on Disasters (GARRD) has been created on this foundation. It aims to bring together diverse groups to work as a team during disasters. We combine resources, skills, and local knowledge to help communities more quickly and effectively. This new approach is designed to make our efforts faster and more impactful in the long run, especially during crises.
To know more and be a part of the initiative, write to us at chandan@goonj.org or mail@goonj.org
Goonj has always believed in the power of individuals and the collective strength of people. By joining Team 5000 (our monthly financial contribution initiative), you step into this legacy of grassroots action and become an integral part of our extended family. This isn’t just about giving; it’s about becoming a vital contributor to a movement that empowers communities and amplifies the voices of the marginalised and vulnerable communities. With every contribution, you assist us to extend our reach, deepen our impact, and build self-reliant communities.
To know more about Team 5000, Click here.
Stories from the Ground
On the World Environment Day (5th June 2024), Goonj celebrated the collective efforts of the communities driving grassroots climate action. From reducing the impact of disasters to restoring livelihoods, the civic participation initiatives adapted across the country reflect the global rise in community-led environmental solutions. Goonj continues to mobilise communities to take charge, encouraging togetherness, passion, and care for a greener future.
To read the story, Click here.
Under Goonj's Cloth For Work initiative, the residents of Joypur village in Assam, have taken the lead on grassroots development projects which showed that change can arise from anywhere when communities take charge. From improving education to addressing local challenges, such bottom-up civic participation is the base of sustainable development worldwide.
To read the story, Click here.
UPDATES
Goonj's 11th Baithak - Understanding the importance of strengthening grassroots leadership and encouraging collaboration in the development sector is crucial to creating sustainable, community-driven change. This is why Goonj has created Baithak– a platform designed to provide a space for budding development organisations to connect, co-learn, and collaborate. The 11th Baithak was held in Delhi on June 14th-15th 2024, which brought together participants from diverse geographical backgrounds. The vibrant sessions focused on creating meaningful community conversations, community centred approach to partner engagement, drafting engaging project proposals and developing the art of 'Narrative Building'.
To know more, Click here.
Maitree (National Volunteers Meet in Delhi) - Goonj organised its first ever National Volunteers meet, a two-day crucial gathering, on 22nd and 23rd of June at Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, New Delhi. This meet brought together a group of 60 dedicated volunteers from various parts of India to discuss the organisation's journey so far, future vision and dreams, by looking beyond collections drives or camps. Key discussions focused on strengthening civic engagement and the broader ecosystem, as well as developing strategies to expand Goonj's vision at a global level. It also celebrated the spirit of volunteerism and the bond that we share with our community of Do-Gooders.
To know more, Click here.
For Indian Nationals
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Account
Branch Code: 00691
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