SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2007 Edition

 

 

 

 

DURING the January 26, 2001, earthquake in Gujarat, Paulomee Mistry, chose to help people who are often left out. She worked with tribal construction workers in Gujarat’s villages, especially their children. Paulomee, who studied at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), brought concerned citizens together and formed a strong state network against child labour.

Children of tribals have to work to survive. By focusing on them, Paulomee gave the community hope and confidence to rebuild lives. She helped to organise poor, rural women from tribal communities in the eastern belt of Gujarat. By helping them find meaningful work become active citizens of India she found great satisfaction.

Her dedication underwent trial by fire during the Gujarat riots of 2002. But she emerged stronger and more determined to keep tribals and Muslims united. Reaching out to the most disadvantaged, Paulomee helped them climb out of trauma and despair. She put them on the path of recovery. No wonder her voice is heard in tribal huts and in the corridors of power.

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