In Bastar district’s forested Bakawand block, where scattered settlements and long distances complicate access to education, rural women are helping bring learning closer to home through community-led initiatives supported by Transform Rural India (TRI). A block-level education meeting facilitated by TRI brought together 40 identified Change Vector (CV) Didis, Cluster Level Federation (CLF) leaders and officials, including the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Block Education Officer (BEO), to discuss barriers extending beyond infrastructure to educational awareness. Speaking to ‘The Hitavada’ over telephone, TRI Associate Practitioner Sagarika Mallick said discussions encouraged participating women to recognise their influence on children’s learning, beyond managing household responsibilities. Several acknowledged that daily routines often limited their involvement in studies and expressed interest in taking a more active role. A central theme was ‘Shiksha ka Kona’, a designated learning corner within homes where children can read and study regularly. Participants shared experiences suggesting that even modest spaces were helping younger children develop interest and consistent learning habits. TRI-supported community libraries, owned and operated locally, were also discussed as accessible learning spaces for children and women. Appreciating these efforts, the block CEO raised the possibility of a central library in Bakawand, modelled on the Lala Jagdalpuri Library, to serve serious learners and examination aspirants. The proposal addressed difficulties faced by young people who currently travel 40-45 kilometres or relocate to towns to access comparable facilities. The meeting highlighted a shift towards greater community ownership of education, with CV Didis expressing willingness to lead future activities.