Teacher Suspended for Stealing Food from Mouths of Children

The mid day meal scheme increases attendance at primary schools in Indian villages by providing free lunch However, a corrupt teacher in a rural village was embezzling the funds intended for the program Community correspondent Reena Ramteke exposed the scam, leading to suspension of the teacher and employment reinstatement for the women self help group making the meals 100% of the proceeds go to the courageous reporters behind this impact. View source report: https://www.videovolunteers.org/impact-mid-day-meals-unscammed/

Human Trafficking Victim Returned to her Family

In 2014, teenager Behulia Paharin was abducted from her tribal village in India by a local trafficking racket. After 3 months of forced labor, she was returned safely to her family thanks to Shikha Kumari producing videos and writing reports to the local police about the case. Buy this certificate to support Shikha and take a stand against human trafficking. 100% of proceeds go to the courageous reporters behind the impact. View the Source Report here: https://www.videovolunteers.org/escape-from-trafficking-16-year-old-rescued-from-trafficking-racket/

Women Allowed to Work in Government Program

Patriarchal attitudes of government officers were preventing women from accessing their legal right to work in a government program. Kesha Devi led a campaign by creating videos and filing applications on behalf of 25 women. The public pressure forced the programme officer to relent and allow women to work in the scheme, marking a significant step towards gender equality and women's empowerment. 100% of proceeds go to the courageous reporters behind the impact. View the Source Report here: [https://www.videovolunteers.org/women-fight-chauvinism-win-work-in-nrega-after-two-years/]

After 400 Years Women Finally Granted Access to Temple Sanctum

In parts of India, women are considered “impure” and denied access to sacred spaces. In 2016, Rohini Pawar led a campaign against a temple in Maharashtra (India) with a 400 year old tradition barring women from entry to the inner sanctum. Using documentaries, community dialogues, and strategic activism, Rohini ultimately succeeded in granting 3000 local women access to the temple's inner sanctum. By purchasing this impact story, you support Rohini's courageous reporting and contribute to the fight against gender discrimination in religious practices. 100% of proceeds go to the courageous reporters behind the impact. View the Source Report here: [https://www.videovolunteers.org/challenging-a-400-year-old-custom-that-denied-women-temple-entry-2/]