EDUCATION
“Education is one thing no one can take away from you.”
- Elin Nordegren
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Concern India Foundation supported and implemented 50 education projects across India to ensure that students from underprivileged, vulnerable backgrounds, and students with disabilities had access to education. The education program included financial support to educational organizations, support to disability organizations, the establishment of STEM labs and digital classrooms, school infrastructure strengthening, youth skill promotion, and scholarships. Concern India Foundation directly enhanced the infrastructure of 8 schools to provide students with a conducive learning environment for students.
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Some of our programmes:
Institutional Strengthening of NGO-Run Schools
"Participating in the after-school session transformed my academics. I had problems with Math and Science. With the additional support from teachers, I could grasp, in small groups. My confidence in asking questions increased. Thanks to this program my grades have improved."
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Supported 13 NGO-led schools for marginalized children and those with disabilities.
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Activities included teacher training, curriculum planning, PTMs, and mainstreaming students.
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Provided after-school academic support, mentoring, and career counseling.
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Beneficiaries: 2,769 children, with resources like study materials, shoes, and uniforms distributed.
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Engaged over 8,200 parents in educational activities.
Skill Development and Child Protection
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Trained 325 students in financial literacy, cyber security, and life skills.
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Conducted 500 Suraksha and WASH sessions in 41 schools, reaching 39,337 students.
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Distributed Suraksha Kits to 240 girls and installed incinerators for hygiene in schools.
Improving STEM Education
“The STEM lab is being regularly utilized by students three times a week. They exhibit more interest in the lab than in the classroom. Each model proves beneficial for the students, enabling them to learn rapidly. They have also improved in writing in their exam from the lab experience. I am very thankful to Concern India Foundation”
Prathiba, Science Teacher, Jagadguru Pandith, High School, Hunasemaranahhali, Bangalore
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Established STEM labs in 13 schools in Delhi and Bangalore, benefiting 16,877 students.
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Labs included 80 interactive models for practical science learning.
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Trained 62 teachers to integrate STEM tools into their teaching.
Digital and Tech-Based Learning
“The coding sessions have been great for me. I did not know much about computers at first, but now I can use them confidently. I even created my Gmail and learned MS Word, MS Excel, and algorithms. These sessions have boosted my confidence and helped me in school, especially with Math. I am excited to keep learning and maybe teach my friends. These skills will make me a better student & new opportunity may come my way"
Dharmesh (8th std), Jeevitha, Bangalore
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Offered programs in coding, robotics, and computer education for underprivileged students.
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Focused on hands-on learning to ignite curiosity and technological exploration.
Scholarship Initiatives
I am Sudha, a student at Adarsh Vidya Niketan English School, and a proud Concern Scholar. My father drives an auto-rickshaw, and our income is unstable. My mother works as a domestic help to make ends meet. With two siblings also studying, I shoulder household responsibilities. I aspire to achieve more than my parents. The Concern scholarship was a blessing, easing my parents' financial burden and allowing me to focus on my studies. The additional resources and guidance, like life skills training and counseling sessions, have transformed my life. I am now more confident in myself and my future. The aptitude test opened my eyes to a world of possibilities beyond my initial dream of becoming a lawyer, revealing my potential in civil service (IAS) and event management. This has fueled my determination to explore these avenues further.
Concern also supported me with tuition classes, which proved invaluable. In 8th grade, I scored 79%, and in 9th grade, I achieved 93%. As I prepare for my 10th-grade board exams, I am determined to score above 90%. I will never forget what Concern India Foundation has done for me. It has changed my life, and my family's life, and even inspired my friends to pursue their studies. I hope they too can receive such support.
- Sudha, AVN, Mira Road, Maharashtra
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Supported 362 youth through scholarships for higher education and professional courses.
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Assisted marginalized schoolgirls with scholarships, mentoring, and professional guidance.
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99 scholars graduated in 2023-24, with many excelling in STEM fields and securing top placements.
Scholarship for Youth with Disabilities
This Scholarship was a lifeline during a challenging time of financial crisis following the loss of my father. It enabled me to pay my college fees, particularly crucial during my exam periods when unpaid fees could have barred me from taking exams. This support relived my worries and helped me focus wholeheartedly on my studies.
- Divyashree, MBBS (3rd Year, MBBS Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Science, Bangalore
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Provided scholarships for 23 youth with disabilities in Mumbai and Pune.
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Covered tuition, boarding, and assistive technology to ensure accessibility.
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Advocated for inclusivity and equity in education.
Promoting Inclusion Through Disability Interventions
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Supported nine institutions benefiting 2,000+ individuals with disabilities.
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Organized vocational training and provided resources like hearing aids, therapy materials, and laptops.
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Developed an Audio Verbal Therapy curriculum in collaboration with a national institute.
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Hosted inclusive events like sports competitions and creative programs.