My name is Martha Hitang, and I am from Pokhara city. I am a student of social work. I grew up in a normal family, with loving parents and a sister, who have always been deeply involved in social work and activism. From a young age, I saw their dedication to helping communities, and it inspired me to want to give back as well.

I went to a…

Visiting Nandwal village every day and meeting people has now become a part of my life. Whenever I arrive at the office, I always feel a special sense of joy, because I eagerly look forward to hearing what good things I will learn from the community that day.

On that day, when I went to the village, I saw a man sitting with a mobile phone in his hand, wearing slightly untidy clothes. I approached him and introduced myself. He immediately recognized me and said, I often see you in the…

On 27th and 28th August, I visited Gopalganj. In those two days, I witnessed not just conversations, but hearts opening up—both in a village community and in a school classroom. I want to share my reflections, full of what I saw, felt, and learned. 

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The rains came down hard in South 24-Parganas that morning, but the people of Dakshin Gouripur still gathered. What was meant to be just another community meeting slowly grew into something deeper—a space where people began to see their own lives reflected, and their own strength emerging.

The dissemination program, organised by Jeevika Development Society under the ARC initiative, was designed to share the baseline survey findings in Cluster 1 across Dakshin Gouripur and Deuli…

1. আমি সম্প্রতি আশীর্বাদ অর্গানাইজেশন-এ যোগ দিয়েছি। যোগদানের পর থেকে প্রায়ই আমার হরিজন কমিউনিটিতে যেতে হয়। ছোট বেলা থেকেই আমি ময়মনসিংহে বড় হয়েছি। সেই সময়, যখন রিকশায় শহর ঘুরতাম বা কোন কাজের জন্য বের হই, প্রায়ই নতুনবাজার হরিজন পল্লী পাশ দিয়ে যেতাম। বিশেষ করে উৎসবের সময় পুরো কমিউনিটি লাইট দিয়ে সুন্দরভাবে সাজানো থাকত। তখন ভাবতাম, যদি আমি ভিতরে যেতে পারতাম। কিন্তু তখন আমি সেখানে কাউকে চিনতাম না।

   
   
   

   অনেক বছর পর, সেই আশা শেষমেষ…

Hello friends 

In the heart of Bhatpara Tea Garden’s Basa Line area lives a remarkable woman, 43-year-old Rabina Khatun, whose story of kindness and integrity continues to inspire many. During a recent SALT conversation, Rabina shared a life-changing experience from about a year ago—a story that beautifully illustrates the strength of humanity, compassion, and the power of standing together in difficult times.…

While I was having a discussion with Sangram Patole, his father came there and joined us. I began a conversation with him. He started asking me questions like, “Where have you come from? Where do you stay?” I answered all his questions, and with a gentle smile on his face, he said to me, “When I was your age, I used to be very shy to talk with people.”

That opened the door for a deeper conversation, and we continued talking. When I asked him about his dream, without wasting even a…

In the quiet lanes of Bhatpara Nichhe Line, a simple act by a young man has started creating ripples of change. Bilash Kharia, 26, believed that children deserve not just care, but also a safe space to grow, dream, and thrive.

With his own savings, Bilash bought a football for the neighborhood children. While it may sound small to…

In the quiet lanes of Basa Line, within the close-knit community of Bhatpara Tea Garden, lies a story that speaks volumes about the enduring bonds of friendship, the legacy of love, and the untold strength within each of us. This story comes from Mr. Roshan Chik Baraik, a 36-year-old resident, who opened his heart during a SALT conversation, sharing an experience that moved everyone who heard it.…

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‎The first light of dawn had not yet spread. Through the fields of Chorbin Para, women were walking one by one. Some carried baskets of fresh vegetables on their heads, some held colorful flowers in their hands. They hurried to the market across the river. The men went towards the river to row boats, or took their cattle and goats to graze in…

When a woman forgets her dream, society loses a possibility. But when a woman rises again, she lifts the whole community with her."

🌱 My Beginning

My name is Priyanka Kumari Kushwaha. I was born and raised in a small village of Parsa district, Nepal. Studying in the local government school, I passed my SLC. After that, with a big dream of pursuing higher education, I enrolled at Siddhartha International College in Birgunj for grades 11 and 12.

During my studies, I got married.…

Since I began discussing the topic of masculinity with men, I have been gaining new experiences. Today too, I had such an experience, which I felt like sharing with you.

Sangram is originally from Nandwal village. He says that whatever he has achieved today, the credit goes to his father. When asked about his experiences, he shared that ever since school, he had dreamt of becoming a police officer. Since there were no proper facilities in the village, he went to…

In the narrow lanes of Bhatpara (Nichhe Line Area), an ordinary night turned into an extraordinary moment of humanity and courage.

During a SALT conversation, Premika Ji (34 years old) shared the proudest moment of her life—a story that reflects the power of…

I had a SALT conversation with a sister from Rural Aid, and after hearing her life story, I was amazed. I realized that obstacles and challenges are inevitable in one’s journey, but with strong willpower, all knowledge, science, and difficulties can be overcome. Our willpower is such a force that it surpasses all other powers in the world.

To experience the essence of motherhood, enduring ten months of a burning wound without using any medicine and giving birth amidst intense pain is…

একটানা বৃষ্টি সমস্ত কমিউনিটি কর্দমাক্ত, জনজীবন অতিষ্ট।  এরই মধ্যে কমিউনিটির কয়েকজনকে একত্রে নিয়ে বসে ম্যাসকুলায়নিটির গ্রুপ সল্ট করলাম। সেখানে আমি একটা প্রশ্ন করলাম সবাই কে উদ্দেশ্য করে।  আমি বললাম, সকালে উঠে মহিলারা রান্না এবং বাড়ির কাজ শেষ করে।তারপর পুরুষ মহিলা দুজনেই খেয়ে দেয়ে কাজে চলে যায়। দুপুর বেলা এসে পুরুষ রা খেয়ে…

Namaste Friends 

On the 14th August 2025, the men’s group of Bhatpara Tea Garden, Niche Line area held a profound and heartfelt discussion on the topic of masculinity. The gathering aimed to explore why being a man matters, how masculinity shapes our lives, and the ways it can empower us while also creating challenges.…

Hello friends 

In every community, there are ordinary people who do extraordinary things. Their actions may not make headlines, but they leave a lasting impression on the lives they touch. One such person is Vishal Mahali, a 32-year-old young man from Bhatpara Tea Garden, Basa Line area. During a heart-to-heart conversation, he shared a story from his life that he still cherishes as his “proud story.”…

Horijan Polli is a densely populated community where many struggle daily to survive. Among them lives Ripon Horijan. At first glance, he appears to be an ordinary man, leading a simple life. Yet within him lies an extraordinary strength, an unshakable will to serve people and uplift his community. Ripon works as a sanitation worker. To meet household…

Support plays a powerful role in helping a person escape from helplessness and move towards hope. When someone is going through difficult times, the first feeling that comes is loneliness. At that moment, support works like a strong hand to hold onto. It reminds the person that they are not alone and that others are willing to stand beside them. This removes the fear and isolation that often create helplessness.Support also builds confidence. A kind word, encouragement, or appreciation…

In the quiet lanes of Basa Line, Bhatpara Tea Garden, I had the privilege of sitting down with Mrs. Reena Routh (31) for a SALT conversation. What unfolded was not just an exchange of words, but a story that carried deep lessons of empathy, trust, and the strength of community.

A Small Act of Kindness, A Big Difference

As Reena recalled, nearly a year ago, an elderly woman approached her in distress. She was in urgent need of money but had no one to turn to. Without a…