Traditional Dance With A ‘Twist’ Sparks Off An Online Debate
The recent debates over performing the Hojagiri dance have caused a stir on social media and among the members of the Reang tribe, with...
#AdivasiAwaaz is a project by Adivasi Lives Matter (ALM) and Prayog, CG to help the Adivasi (Indigenous) youth of India assert their identities through digital stories to preserve, promote and amplify Adivasi identity.
John Debbarma
- 6 hours ago
- 4 min
Why Basic Education Is Still A Dream For Tribals Of This Region In Tripura?
Education is a right, not a privilege. However, the conditions of schools at Raishya Bari in Dhalai Tripura, tell a different story....
Feminism in India
- Sep 17
- 4 min
Chhattisgarh’s Tribal Villages Are Still Isolating Menstruating Women
Social workers have been trying hard to stop period taboo among the Gonds in Mohla-Manpur-Chowki district, but the way to progress is strewn
Aditi Tulsyan
- Sep 5
- 4 min
Where Is The Justice For Adivasis Among False Accusations And Custodial Killings?
As regular violence against indigenous communities becomes an unfortunate reality in India, writer Aditi Tulsyan, discusses the custodial...
Alisha Horo
- Sep 3
- 4 min
21st Century Challenges to Adivasi/Tribal Languages
On the topic of 21st century challenges to Adivasi languages, this article won the first prize at Adivasi Awaaz Summit.
Kavi Priya
- Aug 31
- 4 min
As State Demands To Include Narikuravars In The ST List, The Kuravars Call It A 'Historical Blunder'
The difference between Kuravas and the Narikuravars have become a part of the discourse now, yet misrepresentations exist. Adivasi Awaaz...
Boniface Gaigulung Kamei
- Aug 28
- 4 min
Commemorating Jadonang, A Forgotten Freedom Fighter From Manipur on 29th August
The Zeliangrong Naga community is organizing a programme to commemorate Haipou Jadonang's death anniversary on 29th of August at the...
Kavi Priya
- Aug 25
- 2 min
Srithanya Suresh: The First Adivasi Woman From Kerala To Become Deputy Collector
Srithanya Suresh created history by becoming the first Adivasi woman to crack the civil service examination, from Kerala. Adivasi Awaaz...
Kavi Priya
- Aug 24
- 4 min
The International Tribal Games: Providing Opportunities To Adivasi Youth
The performance of tribal/ Adivasi youth at the International Tribal Games, bears testimony to the fact that lack of opportunities,...
Murugeshwari
- Aug 17
- 3 min
How The Paliyars Of Tamil Nadu Earn Their Living?
They pray so that no harm comes to the trees and the forests that have been protecting them and providing for them since ages.
Pushpika Sapna Bara
- Aug 16
- 8 min
How Disappearing, Endangered and Extinct Adivasi Languages Affect Adivasi Identities
The panel discussions on AA Summit centered around protecting and preserving Adivasi languages for the preservation of Adivasi identities.
#AdivasiLivesMatter
- Aug 15
- 3 min
Do You Know About These Adivasi/Tribal Freedom Fighters Of India?
The history of the Indian Independence Movements, can not be delved into without the role and contributions of these figures.
Boniface Gaigulung Kamei
- Aug 14
- 4 min
As India Progresses There Is Urgent Need To Address The Right To Autonomy Of Its Adivasis
The Manipur Legislative Assembly provides only 18 ST seats. An Autonomous Council will give more power to the tribals.
S.Ramarajan
- Aug 12
- 5 min
Why The Paliyar Tribe Still Indulges In Extracting And Collecting Honey?
The Paliyars have historically survived on honey and other forest produce, before being introduced to modern food items.
Ramesh Sharma
- Aug 11
- 5 min
आदिवासी सृजन का सनातन संसार
समूचे आदिवासी समाज से उसका सर्वस्व छीनने का जो इतिहास शुरू हुआ, उसने दुनिया के प्रथम समाज को सदा सर्वदा के लिये दूसरे दर्ज़े में धकेल दिया।
Pushpika Sapna Bara
- Aug 10
- 10 min
Gender, Environment, And Development: How Traditional Knowledge Of Adivasi Women Is Paving The Way
From guarding forests to conserving seeds, Adivasi/indigenous women are bridging the gap between modernity and sustainability
Boniface Gaigulung Kamei
- Aug 9
- 4 min
From Totems To Newsletters, Kinship Is At The Core Of Indigenous Communities
As Indigenous communities navigate modernity and individualism, some tribes are coming up with novel ways to strengthen traditional kinship
Jyoti
- Aug 4
- 3 min
आरोप तय होने से पहले ही निर्दोष आदिवासी कैसे बन गए तयशुदा आरोपी?
जब भी पुलिस और नक्सली हिंसा होती हैं तो मिडिया केवल एकतरफा बयान लेती है और बिना कोई जांच पड़ताल के निर्दोष ग्रामीणों को कसूरवार ठहराती है।
Murugeshwari
- Aug 3
- 3 min
How Paliyar Tribals In Kodaikanal Are Fighting To Better Their Future?
Minimum transportation facilities on poorly constructed roads increase the hardships of the Paliyar children and youth.
Kavi Priya
- Aug 3
- 3 min
Why Tribals Of Tamil Nadu Are Entering Into Politics?
They opine that securing rights through politics can provide an opportunity to live with dignity for their future generations.
