It can be an incredibly difficult job for rural social workers in India trying to learn the language and cultural subtleties of a region that is unfamiliar to them. It takes incredible passion, dedication and sacrifice on their part as they face a unique set of challenges compared to their urban counterparts.

In this article, we’ll explore some of these obstacles faced by rural Indian social workers and discuss methods they are using to face them head-on. Despite coming from different backgrounds and cultures, those working in the field understand too well the difficulty of adapting while taking care not just of themselves but also of those most in need. Also discussed will be how proper support systems aid indigenous practitioners manning remote areas with limited resources at their disposal.