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  • A vivid narrative that intertwines personal experiences, historical reflections, and musings on technology's impact on society. This piece delves into the author's encounters with coyotes, reflections on memorialization, and the complex history of a region, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of culture, accessibility, and the evolving landscape of the digital age.

  • The transformative journey of Janastu and Servelots in collaboration with Digital Alternatives (DA) and Medha as they delve into the heart of Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, working to empower rural women, students, and young individuals in traditional labor and skill contexts. These are narratives of resilience and creativity as the team introduces innovative technology solutions, including Raspberry Pi-based recording devices, to amplify the voices and aspirations of the community, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of skill development and entrepreneurial opportunities.

  • The vibrant tapestry of AnthillHacks '19 through this immersive recap, where participants from diverse backgrounds converged atop Devarayanadurga for two weeks of collaborative learning, artistic expression, and community building. From engaging workshops on organic colors to discussions on data privacy and community radio initiatives, AnthillHacks '19 encapsulated the spirit of inclusivity, fostering connections among artists, hackers, technophiles, scientists, and environmentalists in a unique blend of nature and knowledge-sharing.

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  • Namma School Radio (NSR), an empowering initiative that has been amplifying the voices of children across 35 government and private schools in Karnataka for the past eight years. NSR serves as a unique platform where young minds showcase their talents, engage with village elders, and address pressing issues through multi-dimensional approaches, fostering a community-driven radio experience that brings attention to vital topics such as child marriage prevention, environmental concerns, and the rich cultural heritage of rural life.

  • Durgadahalli, a vibrant village nestled at the base of the Devrayanadurga hills, through the lens of Janastu's community-driven initiatives. From crafting sustainable products at the grassroots craft center to empowering young voices through 'Namma School Radio,' witness the intersection of tradition and technology as Janastu weaves a tapestry of connectivity, preserving indigenous knowledge and fostering inclusive growth."

  • The Janastu Community Mesh Radio in empowering women and young girls in rural Karnataka. Delve into the heartwarming stories of the Crafter Space, where women weave baskets, share experiences, and connect with the world through smartphones, and witness the empowering journey of young girls running Namdu1 Radio, breaking traditional norms and embracing freedom of expression.

  • Craft Space at Durgadahalli, where skilled artisans transform natural fibers like Typha, Areca, Coconut, Banana, Grass, and wild gourd into unique, eco-friendly products. Harvested from the lush wetlands surrounding Bangalore, these fibers are meticulously woven into a variety of items, including baskets, bowls, and pen holders, offering a sustainable way to repurpose organic matter and contribute to the community's well-being.

  • TB Dinesh's reflective narrative encapsulating the historical significance of storytelling, the evolution of literacy, and the challenges faced in leveraging technology for inclusive community engagement. Delve into an insightful exploration of Janastu's mission to bridge gaps in communication through technology while fostering local narratives and empowering marginalized communities.

  • In this interview, T B Dinesh, a community media activist and founder of Janastu in Bangalore, India, discusses his innovative work in creating a local knowledge ecosystem in rural and remote areas of India. Through projects like local Wi-Fi mesh networks and the development of an audio internet, Dinesh aims to empower low-literate communities to share and preserve their stories, bridging the accessibility gap in a way that challenges traditional notions of literacy in the digital age.

  • T. B. Dinesh and Venkatesh Choppella. Alipi: Tools for a re-narration web. In Proceedings of the International Cross-Disciplinary Conference on Web Accessibility, W4A '12, pages 29:1--29:2, New York, NY, USA, 2012. ACM. Microsoft Accessibility Challenge: Delegates award.

  • IBM regional conference in Bangalore attendees recognition of rennaration tools

  • Invited Expert Member of W3C Web Annotation Working Group

Coyotes in the fortress. Ay!
Suno Suno / Heeli Keeli
Chronicle of AnthillHacks’19
blog.janastu.org
A radio station for the kids, by the kids
Weaving community together
Its namma school radio
Enabling community participation of young girls and women: Janastu community mesh radio network
Gram Marg: Enabling Rural India Digitally
Say hello to namma young rjs through namma halli community radio in durgadahalli
Products made with Typha and other natural fibres
Renarration and accessibility with tb dinesh
New age women: women and their approach towards internet connectivity rural india
ASPi – A Window to Tailored Hopes
TECHNO-FUTURES FROM BIDAR
UNTIL THE COWS COME HOME
The shepherd project
Decentralising.digital - Partner Reflections Janastu
Renarration and Accessiblity - T B Dinesh on Localized Knowledge in Rural India By Karissa McKelvey on June 22, 2020.
Open Dialogue for Solidarity
Products made with Typha and other natural fibres
Gig enabling the unconnected
Working to bridge the Digital Divide with Servelots
Flash Talk X Anthill hacks visual walkthrough ~ TB Dinesh @ I Annotate 2016
Bengaluru Annual Social Innovation Summit 2018 - T B Dinesh
ChditIndia - TB Dinesh, Janastu: Part ii to Part v
Day 1: Wayfinding through Storytelling; Communities in Karnataka, India - TB Dinesh and Helavaru
City Scripts 2018 | Street Vendors Act: Digital storytelling as an intervention
Bhanu talks with Keystone Foundation - Nilgiris
Ram, Rizma & Dinesh chat recording (Handmade and Machine made)
Curating Archives, Theme: Beyond the Institutional Narratives | '13 ways: A Guided Tour' by Janastu
IAW2020 Milli Sessions: Day 6, Jun 13: Archives consortium and annotation tools
Annapurna Garimella talk on art craft vernacular
LibreTalks: Exploring the State of Technology to Support Decentralised Ecosystems
Radio Q: Ideas discussion with Dinesh
Community Networks Tech-Talk: Webinar #2 - Education and Community Networks, Building Opportunities
Milli: toward a community of archives, T B Dinesh
Vikalp Varta 2.4: Decentralising Digital Futures, TB Dinesh
The MoodyMo Awaaz Podcast - Episode #26: TB DINESH | Founder - Iruway crafterspace