Isha Education: empowering rural India through quality education
ORGANIZATIONS like Isha Education play a pivotal role in reshaping the future of underprivileged children. Founded in 2005 and based…
Blended learning in India: a catalyst for education transformation
BLENDED learning is a modern educational approach that combines traditional classroom teaching with online resources and digital tools to create…
What is World Teachers’ Day?
EVERY year, on October 5th, the world comes together to celebrate World Teachers’ Day, a day dedicated to honoring the…
Manavlok: hope for Maharashtra’s elderly
MANAVLOK began in the 1970s when a group of compassionate and dedicated youths in Maharashtra recognized the pressing socio-economic issues…
Caring for the elderly in India
ELDERLY people in India are undergoing a significant demographic shift. As the population grows and life expectancy increases, so too…
Daan Utsav: spreading joy through giving
OCTOBER 2 marks the beginning of a unique week-long celebration each year. The festival is not marked by dazzling lights…
International day of non violence: 5 ways to promote peaceful change
ON October 2nd each year, the world comes together to observe International Day of Non Violence, a day dedicated to…
What is the Right to Education Act or RTE in India?
THE Right to Education Act or RTE, also known as the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act,…
Poverty as violence: how we can alleviate suffering
MAHATMA Gandhi, the father of India, once said, “poverty is the worst form of violence.” This poignant statement encapsulates the…
How to find an NGO that shares your passion and values
AN NGO plays a crucial role in addressing social, environmental and humanitarian issues worldwide. These organizations are often founded and…
Celebrating International Day for Older Persons
INTERNATIONAL Day for Older Persons, observed annually on October 1st, is a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the contributions…
World Heart Day: promoting heart health in India
WORLD Heart Day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about cardiovascular diseases and promoting heart-healthy lifestyles. Observed on…
Kathir Dan: a charity in India reducing child malnutrition
IN India, the battle against hunger and malnutrition is a relentless one. Y R Gaitonde Medical Educational and Research Foundation…
The power of being charitable: 5 ways it can help others in need
BEING charitable, or giving without expecting anything in return, has been a fundamental aspect of human society for centuries. Whether…
Why we should support a charity in India
CHARITY in India transcends borders and unites people in the pursuit of a common goal: to make the world a…
Satya Special School: polishing hidden potential in children with disabilities
IN 2003, a heart-wrenching incident left Chitra Shah who was then volunteering at a hospital, shell shocked. It was the…
Celebrating Daan Utsav and embracing the Joy of Giving
DAAN Utsav is one of India’s many festivals that embodies the spirit of compassion and generosity and is also known…
International Day of Sign Languages: Celebrating communication and inclusivity
EVERY year, on September 23, people worldwide come together to celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages. This special day…
International Day of Sign Languages: bridging the divide for the hearing-impaired in India
ON September 23rd each year, the world comes together to celebrate International Day of Sign Languages, a day dedicated to…
Karunashraya: providing compassionate care for advanced-stage cancer patients
CANCER, a formidable adversary, often plunges individuals and their families into a whirlpool of physical and emotional turmoil. In the…
Mitti Cafe: an NGO in Bangalore making a difference!
MITTI Cafe is an NGO in Bangalore that is more than just a chain of cafes; it is a source…
Disaster relief: Help flood-affected weavers of Maheshwar
THE charming artisan town of Maheshwar, nestled by the banks of the Narmada River in western Madhya Pradesh, has faced…
Shraddhanand Mahilashram: empowering women and children
SHRADDHANAND Mahilashram, amidst the cacophony of urban life, is a haven of hope and empowerment for vulnerable women and children….
What’s the opposite of peace?
PEACE brings to mind images of pure happiness, comfort, good health, laughter and safety. It is the ideal which we…
Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled: empowering lives through inclusion and opportunities
IN a world where diversity is celebrated, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled believes that it is essential that every individual,…