India Development Service

08/12/2026

She started in a rural school.
She ended up wearing the India jersey. 🇮🇳🏀

Meet Sadhana — a PPES student whose journey took her from rural Uttar Pradesh to the international basketball court.

With access to education, sports and opportunity, Sadhana developed her talent and went on to represent India at the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup 2026.

India reached the semi-finals and finished fourth.

But the biggest story isn't the score.

It’s what happens when a young girl is given the opportunity to learn, grow, dream and lead.

This International Youth Day, we celebrate Sadhana — and every young person whose potential is waiting for the right opportunity.

Because sometimes, changing a life starts with simply opening a door. ❤️

07/11/2026

What does meaningful change look like?

✔️ 16,000+ entrepreneurs strengthened
✔️ 3,000+ businesses supported
✔️ Environmental Excellence Award 2026
✔️ Climate resilience initiatives
✔️ Inspiring stories of lives transformed

These are just a few highlights from SAATH's latest quarterly newsletter.

Discover how IDS and SAATH partnerships and community action are creating lasting impact.

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07/01/2026

As part of our World Environment Day feature, we're proud to share Green Yatra's Climate Literacy for Schools initiative, inspiring young minds to become future caretakers of our planet 🌍.

📖 Read the full story:
https://idsusa.org/june-newsletter-2026/

03/23/2026

Did you know that India accounts for nearly 50% of the world’s leprosy cases?
But here’s the truth — leprosy is completely curable.

And yet, stigma still holds many back.

Through our partnership with Atma Swabhiman, lives are changing every day.

Meet Sujata — from hardship to hope, she is now rebuilding her future and uplifting her community.

👉 Read the full story: https://www.atmaswabhiman.org/sujata

03/17/2026

We are still smiling from a completely sold-out show at Bottle Theory! It was incredible to see our 2nd gen come together for a night of tacos, drinks, and non-stop laughter. There’s something special about this community showing up and showing out for a cause that hits home. 🧡🎤