Our Evidence of Change
Kislay recognises that meaningful change is gradual and cannot always be captured through numbers alone. Alongside tracking participation and activities, we look for qualitative evidence of how people understand issues differently, reflect on their experiences, participate in discussions and begin to change everyday practices. These observations help us understand whether learning is beginning to translate into behaviour and practice.
What People Say
Self-reported changes in understanding, confidence, attitudes and perceptions
What We Observe
Changes in participation, communication, willingness to speak and interactions within groups and communities
What People Do
Observable actions such as facilitating discussions, sharing information, supporting others and applying learning in everyday life
Stories of Change
Parvati's Journey as a Construction Worker
Parvati, 39, is a construction worker from Shiv Vihar J. J. Colony, Delhi. Migrated from Madhya Pradesh, she became the primary earner in her family after her husband suffered a serious worksite injury.
Parvati joined Kislay’s community collective in 2011. Through regular meetings and learning activities, she gradually gained confidence in understanding and communicating her needs at work.
Earlier, she followed work instructions and rarely asked for her basic needs at workplace. Today, she discusses wages before accepting work, expects timely payments and ensures that her attendance and wages are recorded. She has also registered with the BOCW Welfare Board and accessed financial assistance during a period when construction work was restricted.
Reflecting on her journey, Parvati says:
“Earlier, I never spoke to anyone. I couldn’t even ask for basic needs like drinking water or taking a break. Now, I speak up whenever I need something at the worksite.”
Her experience reflects how sustained learning and collective participation can strengthen workers’ confidence and help them make informed decisions in their everyday lives.