Simit Bhagat

Documentary Filmmaker: makes films for NGOs | Founder @bidesiaproject | Ex @tatatrusts | Ex-@TRF | Ex-@TOI | @IDSalumni

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I am honoured to be a finalist for the 2025 Study UK Alumni Awards in Culture and Creativity category.

The nomination is in recognition for our work on preserving Bhojpuri folk music. A huge thank you to the @BritishCouncil for this.

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“The train whistles, and with it, my heart shatters.”

Railiya Bairan echoes love torn apart by migration as the train carries her joy away.

Watch the full song here: https://t.co/34RMEk4dB0

#SONGS #BhojpuriTwitter #TheBidesiaProject

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Good audio goes unnoticed—bad audio stands out"

In #StoriesofChange, Anupama C shares tips on recording impactful audio stories—choosing the right space, making subjects comfortable & mastering audio mixing.

Listen now: https://t.co/uvnwhqy0iK

#Nonprofits #Podcast #Audio

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During British rule, nearly 2 million Indians were sent as indentured labourers to colonies overseas.

Far from home, many turned to Bhojpuri folk music to express their pain—a tradition that still echoes today.

Watch more: https://t.co/2ib5XPNIxd

#bidesia #Bhojpuri #folkmusic

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Want to showcase your NGO’s impact in a way that inspires action?

A compelling case study turns your work into a powerful story.

Learn how to craft meaningful case studies that drive change: https://t.co/xsF32k900X

#StorytellingForChange #Nonprofits #Socialimpact

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Stories have the power to transform lives.

While creating Calcutta Rescue’s annual report, we aimed to craft a visually compelling narrative that reflects their impact in education, healthcare & training.

See the story come to life: https://t.co/5DdpIVzuRP

#Storytelling

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Field visits aren’t easy—donors realize this fast. Away from city comforts, they walk dusty roads, feel the heat, and see the real challenges.

But that’s when true connection happens.

They witness impact firsthand. It’s humbling.

What do you think?

#Socialimpact #donors

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In this episode of #StoriesofChange Pragya Vats shares why communication is key for impact—building narratives, mobilizing communities & making storytelling central to nonprofits.

Listen now: https://t.co/LvoHzg6xk4

#SocialImpact #podcast

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5/5 Spain’s national deaf confederation, @CNSE, rolled out a moving video-led campaign on Spanish Sign Languages Day to highlight the barriers deaf people face without sign language access.

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Here’s a quick recap of this week’s top impact stories:

1/5 Marking World Day Against Child Labour, NGO @EducoIndia kicked off a month-long digital campaign, “No Time to Lose: Join Hands to End Child Labour Now.”

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4/5 @Greenpeace tapped into a Studio Ghibli-style aesthetic to launch a striking new digital campaign juxtaposing storybook visuals with real environmental crises.

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The end of slavery created labour shortage in British colonies. In 1834, British introduced indentured labour.

Thousands from UP & Bihar left India on 5 year contracts, seeking a better life.

Photo: Indian woman, Trinidad (1900–15), Migration Museum, London.
#migration #Labour

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Silk producers face unfair pricing & limited market access—but technology is changing that.
Reshamsutra’s mobile app helps them manage work, secure fair prices & boost profits.

Watch our 2D animated story here: https://t.co/jcUvJun5jN

#VisualStorytelling #silk #technology

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Anaemia remains a critical public health issue in India, affecting:​
67.1% of children​, 59.1% of adolescent girls​, 52.2% of pregnant women​.

Despite ongoing efforts, prevalence remains high. Understanding and addressing this crisis is imperative.​

#Anaemia #PublicHealth

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Appraisals are a common practice in organisations, but how is it evaluated?

There is a lack of transparency. This uncertainty can lead to confusion.

The personal biases in the appraisal process can't be ignored. Have you ever found yourself in this situation?

#Memes

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Skills matter, but alignment with values is just as important.

In this episode of #StoriesofChange, M S Mahala shares insights on building a career in social impact—key skills, finding right org, and getting started.

Watch now: https://t.co/reghnv2k3a

#Podcast #nonprofits

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5/5
@kevinbacon’s @SixDegreesofKB and @AdvertisingWeek have launched “Purpose, Produced”—pairing 6 nonprofits with creative agencies to craft full ad campaigns, free of charge.

#MarketingForGood #NonprofitImpact

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1/5
@Naz_Foundation LGBTQIA+ Community Centre is hosting a month-long lineup of support, healing & creativity—support groups, open mics like “Crystal Queer,” film screenings, and therapist workshops. Pride that goes beyond parades.

#Pride2025 #QueerHealing

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4/5
@MichaelJFoxOrg won multiple #TellyAwards for its video series demystifying Parkinson’s. With 27 wins to date, it’s making science accessible and centring patient voices.

#HealthComms #NeuroStories