A free digital platform
Providing a digital platform free of cost to connect the artisans’ creations with a wider audience, offering them a sustainable livelihood.
Livelihoods · Heritage
Child-Friendly Artisans
Supporting the artisans of Bhat Camp, Delhi — connecting their handicrafts to a wider audience through a free digital platform.
100+
Artisans collaborating with us
Context
Why this work exists.
In the intricate tapestry of Delhi’s urban landscape, the Bhat Camp stands as a testament to resilience, heritage and the enduring human spirit. Centuries ago its inhabitants moved to Delhi hoping to earn a livelihood. They bear a legacy spanning generations of keeping records — an occupation that was a cornerstone of their identity and livelihood. The march of technological progress abruptly ended this chapter, plunging the community into economic uncertainty.
Undeterred, they discovered a new path, transforming their skills into a vibrant art form — crafting handicrafts and embroidering designs, breathing life into inanimate materials. Yet the challenges persisted. Homelessness loomed large, forcing them to seek shelter on land belonging to the Delhi Development Authority. Through sheer determination they established a community near Tughlaqabad railway station, building homes from scratch.
Its residents became skilled artisans, sharing their knowledge with future generations through art and moral education. They host training sessions and demonstrations for children from numerous states and countries, instilling creativity and innovation in the generations to come.
How we work
What the programme actually does.
Celebrating heritage
An endeavour beyond commerce — to celebrate their heritage, amplify their voices, and contribute to their economic independence.
Holistic development
Working towards the integrated and holistic development of the artisan community, not only its trade.
Outcomes
What a closed case looks like.
- A route to market for Bhat Camp artisans at no cost to them
- Craft skills passed on through training sessions and demonstrations for children
- Progress toward economic independence for the community
Questions
Frequently asked.
Who are the Bhat Camp artisans?+
A community near Tughlaqabad railway station in Delhi whose traditional occupation — keeping records across generations — was ended by technological change. They rebuilt their livelihood as handicraft makers and embroiderers.
What does the organisation provide?+
A digital platform, free of cost, connecting their work to a wider audience. More than 100 artisans currently collaborate with us.
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