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Project Management Tracking in Nonprofits: Three Adoption Barriers from an Early Pilot
Practice Notes Series 1/2026 Authors Atanu Garai Lead - KM & Technology , Centre for Accelerated Development, Sauramandala Foundation & Beyond Purpose Social Ventures Rohan Bose Software Analyst ,Beyond Purpose Social Ventures Scaling Through Partnerships Project management practices at Sauramandala Foundation have evolved over the years as the organization balanced multiple partnerships while designing, testing, and scaling solutions to public problems. Over the past five ye
Atanu Garai
Jul 64 min read
Is She Wise
Is She Wise? Is She Wise? is the first children's picture book created with and for the Biate community of Meghalaya. Adapted from a traditional Biate story and presented in a bilingual format, it celebrates the language, culture, and storytelling traditions of the Biate people. Through the tale of a talking Nathial plant that asks, “Is she wise?”, young readers are invited to explore curiosity, wisdom, and community values.
sauramandalain
Jun 111 min read
Binding Trust: Collaborative Storytelling through Image and Imagination
In this blog post, Anna Notsu – author of the upcoming book Is She Wise? – takes us through the process of bookmaking. She reflects on how the idea of creating a bilingual children’s book emerged, and how her engagement with the Biate community in Meghalaya shaped her storytelling into the form of a picture book. Today, with rapidly advancing production tools like AI, the very act of imagining can feel almost tedious – even unnecessary. We have grown accustomed to reacting to
sauramandalain
Nov 13, 20256 min read
Growth Is Where We Belong: Finding a safe haven in CMYC
Visiting CMYC centers, I discovered more than just education; they're vibrant self-learning ecosystems in rural Meghalaya. These unique spaces foster a deep sense of belonging, where learning thrives on curiosity and community, free from traditional constraints. It's a sanctuary of trust, celebrating every small victory and offering a vital safety net.
sauramandalain
May 26, 20254 min read
Threads of Heritage: The Cultural Significance of Jaiñtia Traditional Garments
“As a child, I was fascinated by the sight of people wearing traditional garments like the Muka and Thoh Saru, especially during the Chad...
sauramandalain
Mar 19, 20254 min read
Reflections on Time and Community: A Journey Through Rural Meghalaya
What does it mean when we talk about time? In big cities, it feels like time never stops—always rushing, always fleeting. Cities like...
sauramandalain
Oct 7, 20245 min read
Bridging cultures and creativity: The Forgotten Folklore Project (TFFP) Fellowship is Here
Sauramandala Foundation’s The Forgotten Folklore Project (TFFP) announces the launch of the ‘TFFP Fellowship’ in 7 states of Northeast...
sauramandalain
Sep 25, 20242 min read
A Daughter’s Inheritance
When I was a child, watching Ambi (grandmother in the Garo language) peel an orange was like witnessing something special unfold. Her...
sauramandalain
Sep 2, 20243 min read
Between Building Business and The Thought for Climate Change
The changing climate is not a new issue, but it is often overlooked by many. From the melting of icebergs to the shift in weather, the...
sauramandalain
Jul 12, 20245 min read
Beyond Words: How Translation Enhances Learning
Telling stories has been delightful for me as it has been a wonderful avocation that has taken me away from the dreariness of the...
sauramandalain
Jul 6, 20245 min read
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