Fellow: Saumya John Parindey: Jeewika Bhat Alivelihood: Self-taught Permaculturist and Eco-preneur Region: Bir, Himachal Pradesh Jeewika Bhat (Photo: Saumya John) It is often rare to meet someone who aptly suits their name- “an aptronym!” Jeewika (Hindi for livelihood or the one who gives life) is one such being. As an educator–ecofeminist–farmer–ecopreneur, she has been practising permaculture, natural farming, and nature-based healing for over 3 years now. Presently, she resides in a small village in Upper Bir, Himachal Pradesh. Her decision to move from urban life to a mountainous rural one was not just about romanticising the view, clean air, or slow life but about growing her own food, uphill hikes…
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