Community Correspondents

Varsha Jawalgekar

Rather than remaining a victim, Varsha Jawalgekar deflected the blows of domestic violence inflicted upon her by her husband and became a champion of women’s rights. Currently a leader at the Parivartan Kendra (Centre for Change), Varsha also channels her human rights activism into various organizations in Maharashta and Bihar. She uses her IndiaUnheard Community Correspondent videos as calls to action for the people of her community and officials who have the power to effect positive change.

Videos from Varsha

Railway Expansion Displaces Villagers

 
/ October 13, 2010

A railway development project in Bihar puts an entire village in danger of displacement without adequate rehabilitation plans.

Women MasterArt Of Farming

 
/ September 15, 2010

Women break into the mail domain of traditional farming, turn food growers in remote village of India’s Bihar state

Villagers ExposeCorrupt Dealer

 
/ August 30, 2010

Villagers in Bihar’s Vaishali district expose corruption in the Public Distribution System, seek action.

Marching IntoMale Bastion

 
/ August 12, 2010

Half of the panchayat members in Fatahpur Pakri village in Bihar are women, but Suman is the only member who exercises her rights.