Education

17th, April 2024: Signify the global leader in lighting, has illuminated 61 tribal and marginal villages in Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, with installations of energy-efficient LED street lighting to enhance the safety of local citizens. The project was executed in partnership with a grassroots NGO, Jana Kalyana Samakhya, as part of Signify’s ‘Har Gaon Roshan’ CSR program, which prioritizes sustainable rural development and women’s safety across India.  The project has significantly enhanced the safety and security of the local community, enabling regular meetings for residents to discuss their concerns. The illuminated streets have reduced the risk of human-wildlife conflict cases, increased time for economic & livelihood activities, enhanced women’s safety, and additionally encouraged children to do more outdoor activities.

16 April 2024: Times Employ India Foundation, the CSR Solutions Wing of TimesPro, in collaboration with Bharat Petroleum and the Department of Tribal Affairs, Jhabua successfully completed a six-month health and hygiene project. The initiative aimed to tackle anaemia and malnutrition across seven government schools in the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh. During this initiative, alongside conducting blood tests and primary health check-ups, around 3,807 students were motivated daily in inventive ways to embrace nutritious diets, maintain personal hygiene standards, and embrace a wholesome lifestyle. Times Employ India Foundation assigned Hygiene Educators to each school to facilitate consistent training and sessions for children on essential health and hygiene principles. The efforts were backed by training materials, posters, guest lectures, interactive

April 9th, 2024: Admitad, a leading partner marketing network, distributed more than one thousand sanitary pads to underprivileged women and provided digital tablets to children in need, as a part of their CSR initiative for the financial year 2023-24. After thorough research, Admitad allied with the Parivartan Sandesh Foundation, a charity organization dedicated to the development and welfare of deprived and marginalized populations, especially children and women. The initiative is a significant stride towards Admitad’s core mission of providing accessible education and hygiene to vulnerable communities. The program took place under two key initiatives: Sakhi Swachata Abhiyan – an initiative to create women’s hygiene awareness and Shiksha Jaagrukta Abhiyan – an initiative to create the importance of education to the underprivileged.

3rd April 2024: Umeed Foundation is announcing its continued commitment to empowering the Young Minds Initiative to educate and empower youth by expanding its sessions beyond Agra into neighboring districts. The Empowering Young Minds Initiative, a grassroots organization dedicated to advocating for children’s rights and promoting awareness of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, held a transformative workshop in 2023. The workshop focused on educating participants, primarily students from public schools in Agra, about the vital provisions of the POCSO Act and the procedures for reporting cases of sexual offenses against children. Led by a team of dedicated lawyers specially onboarded for the initiative, the workshop provided in-depth analysis and comprehensive explanations of the POCSO Act, leaving a

27th March 2024 – As the global community commemorates World Meteorological Day, SEEDS emerges as a beacon of proactive climate action, aligning with this year’s theme, “At the Frontline of Climate Action.” In the backdrop of India’s climate challenges, particularly the escalating heatwaves gripping cities like Delhi, SEEDS’ innovative initiatives underscore the urgent need for resilience-building measures. Delhi’s climate, known for its extremes, poses significant challenges, especially during the scorching summer months when temperatures soar to alarming levels. In response to this crisis, SEEDS has launched a groundbreaking initiative in the Kishan Kunj area of East Delhi. Through the installation of thermal roofing in 139 households and the establishment of two water stations, SEEDS has significantly improved local living conditions,

22nd March 2024:  EFKON-STRABAG, a provider of smart infrastructure solutions, as part of its social responsibility initiative focused on safety announced the launch of a comprehensive Road Safety Awareness program throughout India, with a specific focus on children. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to promoting road safety education and cultivating a culture of responsible behavior among young learners.  EFKON-STRABAG’s road safety initiative is designed to equip school children with essential knowledge and skills to navigate roadways safely. As part of the initiative, EFKON-STRABAG has collaborated with local schools to organize road safety awareness programs for students at various schools in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai in March and April 2024. These events will include interactive sessions and engaging activities to educate

21st March 2023: Zamit, a Gurgaon-based leading innovator in AI-driven educational solutions, has partnered with NeoFusion Creative Foundation, a nationally certified NGO in Gurgaon, for the iSKiL programme to bring innovative learning solutions to empower underprivileged students and foster growth. Funded by The Future Foundation, the iSKiL programme will begin in the first week of April with 100+ enrolled students ranging from classes 6 to 11. They primarily target school dropouts to provide them with a conducive environment where they can study at their own pace, and align their interests with career choices to lead sustainable lives.  Zamit’s iSKiL Programme (International Skills & Knowledge Integrated Learning Programme) offers a comprehensive co-curricular experience of 60 hours spanning 26 weeks. Leveraging a