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Understanding Safety and Mobility Experiences of Women Working in Public Spaces in Chennai

Sujatha Srinivasan (LEAD at Krea University), Meera Sundarrajan (Gender and Policy Lab, Greater Chennai Corporation)

Participation of women in the workforce is crucial for fostering inclusive growth, improving family and societal well-being, and achieving long-term economic sustainability. Globally, the female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has been low despite favourable policies and further exacerbated in … Read More

Investment Case for Air Pollution Reduction in Amritsar and Gurugram, India

This project applied Return-on-Investment Analysis to identify sector-specific interventions, assess their cost-effectiveness, and prioritise those with the highest financial returns and feasibility, supporting evidence-based decisions for effective air quality management. Background Ambient Air Pollution poses severe morbidity and mortality risks … Read More

Alternative Scoring Models on Access To Credit Among the Financially Underserved

LEAD at Krea University, IIT Madras Research Park, 10X Fintech for Inclusion Initiative

Credit is an important element in any country’s economic landscape, especially one such as India where its use goes hand in hand with economic progress. The use of credit helps families safely bridge financial downturns and fosters economic pursuits. This … Read More

National Gender Campaign 2.0

IWWAGE, LEAD at Krea University

The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), has spearheaded gender-focused initiatives aimed at addressing inequalities and promoting gender equality since 2016. Among these efforts is “Nayi Chetna – Pahal Badlav Ki,” a month-long nationwide campaign launched to raise awareness … Read More

Women’s Empowerment in Agricultural Governance (WEAGov) Technical Workshop: India Pilot Study

Catherine Ragasa, Jordan Kyle (IFPRI); Sabina Yasmin, Harshita Pande, Sampurna Basu, Aanshi Sharma (LEAD at Krea University)

How can we ensure that women’s voices are effectively represented in agrifood policymaking? This question was at the heart of the stakeholder workshop conducted in New Delhi, as part of the WEAGov framework. Led by LEAD at Krea University along with … Read More

Key Insights from One-Year Pilot Studies Under Swashakt: Brief Overview

Sujatha Srinivasan, Aishwarya Joshi, Neha Parakh

India has one of the lowest female labour-force participation rates in South Asia. Even when women set up enterprises, 98% of these remain in the ‘micro’ category. Women in rural India face additional gender barriers to income generation, and in … Read More

Key Learnings from One-Year Pilot Studies Under Swashakt

Sujatha Srinivasan, Aishwarya Joshi, Neha Parakh

India has one of the lowest female labour-force participation rates in South Asia. Even when women set up enterprises, 98% of these remain in the ‘micro’ category. Women in rural India face additional gender barriers to income generation, and in … Read More

Trustworthy Women: Deconstructing India’s Last Mile Intermediaries

Ava Haidar

How do women intermediaries build trust in rural India’s last-mile delivery? In part 3 of this series, Ava Haidar from Aapti Institute deconstructs the vital role of ASHAs, Anganwadi Workers, and Bank Correspondent Sakhis in bridging communities with digital services … Read More

Customising Trust Relationships: Why Women Need Digital Control

Manvi Parashar

How can women truly feel safe and in control in today’s digital spaces? In part 2 of this series, Manvi Parashar from Aapti Institute explores how cultural norms and family monitoring in India make online engagement tricky, highlighting the need … Read More

Digital Dividends: Understanding the Use of Social Commerce by Women Entrepreneurs in Rural India

Nasscom Foundation, LEAD at Krea University

India’s entrepreneurial landscape is witnessing notable shifts in recent years, prominently marked by the rise of women-led businesses across various industries. A notable 65% of these enterprises are based in rural areas, illustrating the essential role of Information and Communication … Read More