East India

Our workshops in East India reached girls’ homes, orphanages, tribal communities, and even security forces personnel in the diverse landscapes of West Bengal.

Kolkata – Kasba Girls Home

Young women gathered in a circle for the Hearts of the World workshop at Kasba Girls Home in Kolkata

From April 6-10, we worked with young women at Kasba Girls Home in Kolkata. The girls painted their dreams, aspirations, and visions of the future in this culturally rich city.

Sundarban Region – Sundarban Orphanage

From April 10-12, we ventured into the Sundarban region, the world’s largest mangrove forest, to work with children at a local orphanage surrounded by the unique ecosystem of the Ganges delta.

Jhilimili – JAGO Foundation Tribal Workshops

Dozens of children holding up their painted hearts at Jongal Mahal School, Jhilimili - Hearts of the World tribal workshop with the JAGO Foundation

From April 13-17, we partnered with the JAGO Foundation to bring workshops to tribal communities at Jongal Mahal School in Jhilimili, West Bengal. Children from indigenous communities expressed their connection to the forest, traditions, and hopes for the future.

Kharagpur – C.R.P.F Headquarters

On April 17-18, we conducted a unique workshop at the Central Reserve Police Force (C.R.P.F) headquarters in Kharagpur, working with children of security personnel stationed there.