In villages across Ahilyanagar, Sambhajinagar, and Nandurbar districts, awareness took shape through familiar cultural forms as folk performances became a medium for dialogue and reflection. Using Pathanatya (street theatre) and traditional music, local artists created spaces where people gathered naturally—drawn in by rhythm, storytelling, and shared experience.

The performances addressed themes rooted in everyday village life, including decision-making at the community level, leadership, women’s participation, and governance. Rather than formal speeches, stories and characters helped spark conversations that felt accessible and relatable. Children watched with curiosity, adults stayed to listen, and discussions often continued well after the performances ended.

These awareness campaigns were conducted across 18 villages under the Women in Leadership & Administration (WELEAD) project. By using folk art, the initiative respected local culture while encouraging critical thinking and collective reflection on social roles and responsibilities.

Supported by Don Bosco Mondo and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and implemented by Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra, the campaign reflects a community-rooted approach to social awareness—where familiar art forms become tools for participation, learning, and change.