Our key objectives include:
Building community resilience through participatory mapping and local knowledge
Amplifying marginalized voices through innovative storytelling methods
Fostering sustainable livelihoods in the face of climate change
Promoting gender equality in climate action initiatives
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Coastal Kerala faces unique challenges due to climate change, including sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and increasing frequency of extreme weather
Our participatory mapping program enables local communities to document their environment, resources, and vulnerabilities. This process not only generates valuable
Through our innovative “Chevittorma” program, we use traditional art forms to convey complex climate concepts and inspire action. Local women
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Wican is a women-led organization working in coastal Kerala, India. We empower women from marginalized communities through various initiatives like community mapping, theatre, and video documentation. Our goal is to strengthen these communities, give voice to their experiences, and advocate for their rights.
Women in coastal Kerala face unique challenges due to social and economic marginalization, coupled with the growing threat of climate change. Wican works to empower these women and provide them with tools to advocate for themselves and their communities.
These communities grapple with issues like gender inequality, limited livelihood opportunities, lack of access to education and healthcare, and increasing vulnerability to climate change.
We use various participatory approaches. Community mapping allows women to identify their needs and resources. Theatre (Chevittorma) empowers them to express themselves and raise awareness about social issues. Community video projects give them a platform to document their experiences and perspectives.
Community mapping involves women creating maps of their communities, identifying important locations, resources, and areas of concern. This empowers them to advocate for improvements and plan for the future.
Chevittorma is a form of community theatre used by Wican. Women use drama and performance to address social issues, raise awareness, and advocate for change within their communities.
Yes! You can visit our "Resources" section to find the video "As You See, As You Hear | Climate Resilience: Life As Told By Women." This video showcases women's perspectives on climate change and its impact on their lives.
There are several ways! You can donate to support our work, volunteer your skills and experience, spread awareness by sharing our resources, or become an advocate for the women we empower.
Currently, our focus is on coastal Kerala. However, our future plans include expanding our model to empower women in other coastal communities across India.
Explore our website! We have sections dedicated to "Our Work," "About Us," and "Resources" where you can find detailed information about our initiatives, the communities we serve, and the impact we strive to create.
Kerala, India
wican.in@gmail.com
+91 7217811193