System
Transformation
NGO : 17000ft foundation : Ladakh
India
17000ft advises and works closely with the Government of
the Union Territory of Ladakh for Systemic Transformation
at scale based on its extensive on-ground experience in
the remotest villages.
Village Development : Bambali Village in Senegal
Sadio
Mané
Philanthropist (Football player) Senegal
Swarajya
Foundation, Thane
Talent programs people from villages + community marriages
(+ utensils to each pair and mangalsutra which is a gold
necklace for the bride + marriage certificate)
Corporate Foundations
India
Adani
Foundation : Village Development
Persistant
Foundation : Skill
development programs in urban and rural areas to empower
young men and women to obtain a sustainable source of livelihoo
Corporates
India
Aditya
Birla Group
Aditya
Birla Fashion & Retail
Megha
Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd.
Tital
: Village Development Programme
1. Infrastructure Deficiencies:
Lack of Basic Amenities:
Many villages lack access to essential infrastructure like
roads, sanitation, clean water, and electricity, hindering
daily life and economic activities.
Poor Connectivity:
Inadequate transportation and communication networks isolate
villages, limiting access to markets, services, and opportunities.
Inadequate Housing:
Many villages have poor housing conditions, lacking proper
sanitation and safety, which impacts the health and well-being
of residents.
2. Education and Healthcare:
Limited Access to Quality Education:
Many villages lack schools, particularly secondary and higher
education institutions, and even when available, the quality
of education can be poor.
Lack of Healthcare Facilities:
Many villages have limited or no access to healthcare facilities,
leading to poor health outcomes and increased mortality
rates.
Skilled Personnel Shortage:
Even when healthcare facilities exist, they often lack skilled
personnel, further exacerbating the problem.
3. Economic Disparities and Livelihoods:
Low Income and Unemployment:
Many villagers face low incomes and limited employment opportunities,
leading to poverty and hardship.
Dependence on Agriculture:
Many villages are heavily dependent on agriculture, which
is vulnerable to climate change and market fluctuations.
Lack of Diversification:
Limited economic diversification prevents villages from
creating sustainable livelihoods and reduces their resilience
to shocks.
4. Environmental Issues:
Environmental Degradation:
Unsustainable resource management and pollution can degrade
the environment, impacting the health and livelihoods of
villagers.
Climate Change:
Villages are particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts
like droughts, floods, and extreme weather events, which
can disrupt agriculture and livelihoods.
Resource Scarcity:
Overexploitation of natural resources can lead to scarcity,
creating conflicts and hindering sustainable development.
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