Sahvas

Theory of change

Our theory of change for strengthening Sahariya culture, voice, and collective action, so the community can shape its own future with dignity.

IMPACT

Sahariyas are a united community with the power to make their own decisions

Sahariyas experience fairness, dignity, and equal standing in society

A changed relationship with society

Wider networks carry Sahariya narratives faithfully

Sahariyas are socially visible and fairly represented

Exclusionary practices face public scrutiny and consequences

Institutions define success through inclusion, well-being, and coexistence

Development and conservation decisions respect Sahariya rights and participation

A changed relationship with self

Sahariya are able to resist pressures to assimiliate and conform

Sahariyas express themselves without shame or fear

Sahariyas actively practice and assert their culture

OUTCOMES
Sahariya consciousness

Sahariyas have access to culturally grounded education and training

Sahariyas know and value their cultural heritage and traditional knowledge

Sahariyas understand their rights and their shared interests

Sahariya voice

Sahariyas are capable of making their own narratives on their own terms

Sahariyas have shared narratives of community-led stewardship to challenge mindsets like extractive development and fortress conservation

Sahariya power

Sahariyas have trusted networks for reliable information, coordination, and support

Sahariyas have strong solidarity networks with external allies

Sahariyas organise and act collectively for their rights and shared goals

Sahariya culture and TEK documented

Culturally grounded curricula and learning materials developed

Community educators and facilitators trained

Education access support provided

Education and training programmes completed

Sahariya storytellers trained

Shared narratives developed

Platforms and channels established or operated

Sahariya stories and media created and shared

Evidence and advocacy products produced and shared

Community organisers and trusted information ambassadors trained

Community orgs established or strengthened

Internal networks established and operated

External partnerships established

Rights claims and collective actions supported

OUTPUTS
Education

Learn about Sahariya knowledge and practices

Design learning experiences

Deliver culturally grounded learning

Storytelling

Develop storytellers

Develop stories and narratives

Develop platforms and channels

Community organising

Develop community organisers and ambassadors

Support community organisations and networks

Build external partnerships and joint initiatives

ACTIVITIES
RESOURCES

People and networks

Knowledge and capabilities

Funding support

Tools and infrastructure

Spaces and facilities

Sehr is the trade name for Zenith Society for Socio-Legal Empowerment, a not-for-profit grassroots organisation registered under the Madhya Pradesh Societies Registration Act, 1973. ​⁠

Sehr is the trade name for Zenith Society for Socio-Legal Empowerment, a not-for-profit grassroots organisation registered under the Madhya Pradesh Societies Registration Act, 1973. ​⁠

© Zenith Society for Socio-Legal Empowerment.

Sehr is the trade name for Zenith Society for Socio-Legal Empowerment, a not-for-profit grassroots organisation registered under the Madhya Pradesh Societies Registration Act, 1973. ​⁠