Media Gallery & Stories
A visual and audio archive of Dalit women leadership, grassroots campaigns, Chiguru artisan fairs, and community celebrations in North Karnataka.
JMS photo stories from campaigns, community events and activities:
Valayasamiti Annual Convention
Dalit women leaders gathering from 45 villages to discuss constitutional rights and community governance.
Terracotta Artisan Workshop
Women artisans crafting eco-friendly terracotta jewellery at the Chiguru Enterprises production unit.
Community Seed Bank & Farming
Women farmers harvesting organic millets and preserving indigenous crop varieties in Raichur.
Samvidhana Jagruti Campaign
Community paralegals educating village youth on the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.
JMS Video Stories — documenting campaigns, community work and Dalit women's voices:
JMS: 25 Years of Grassroots Women Leadership
A special documentary celebrating the courage, resilience, and collective victories of Dalit women in Raichur district.
Audio stories from JMS communities — hear the voices of Dalit women:
Sangamithra Community Radio Episode 1: Women in Gram Sabha
Audio broadcast discussing how rural women can prepare agendas and speak effectively in local panchayat meetings.
Sangamithra Community Radio Episode 2: Rights Under SC/ST Act
Legal awareness audio play explaining legal safeguards, FIR filing procedures, and victim compensation.
Articles and writings by and about JMS:
How Rural Women in Raichur are Reshaping Local Panchayats
Feature article highlighting the impact of JMS-trained women representatives in improving rural water and education.
Chiguru Terracotta Enterprise Wins State Commendation
News coverage honoring Chiguru Enterprises for promoting eco-friendly traditional crafts and rural self-reliance.