Shillong, Dec. 14 -- Women in matrilineal society of Meghalaya are leading in waste management and are setting the standards in delivering tangible change in the overall waste segregation in the country.
One such inspiration is Iainehskhem Self-Help Group (SHG), known as the "Merry Maidens of Marten," that has transformed from waste pickers into a successful waste recovery enterprise in Meghalaya.
Formed in November 2014, 'Merry Maidens' first began as a group of women waste pickers at the Marten landfill in the city outskirts. The "Merry Maidens" focus on converting biodegradable waste into certified compost, promoting sustainable livelihoods and environmental health.
Iainehskhem SHG now produces certified compost using traditional and ...