India Rescue (Grey Sim Learnings Foundation)

Promotes youth employability through demand-driven skill development and advancing STEM education in schools

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About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2013

Grey Sim Learnings Foundation (GSLF) is a registered company dedicated to skill development. With a background in manufacturing, GSLF focuses on provi Read moreding relevant job skills to youth who have been outside the workforce. Its training programmes are tailored to meet industry demands and emphasize job placement. Over the past decade, GSLF has made significant contributions to vocational education and livelihood improvement, aligning with four Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Quality Education, Gender Equality, Good Jobs & Economic Growth, and Reduced Inequalities. It operates in various thematic areas, including livelihood creation through skill development, education enhancement with STEM education initiatives, and capacity building for Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) by introducing modern courses and facilitating industry partnerships. In the realm of skill development, GSLF's offerings are in line with national priorities, focusing on electronics manufacturing, Smart Cities initiatives, entrepreneurship, international placement, and elevating India's per capita income. In the education sector, it has established Tinkering Labs in schools to foster scientific curiosity and prepare students for future skills.

Demographies Served

Impact

Grey Sim Learnings Foundation has positively impacted over 20,000 students across 12 centres, successfully placing 16,000 students into various career opportunities, all guided by a dedicated team of 62 trainers.

Programs

  • Livelihoods Programme

    Grey Sim Learnings Foundation (GSLF) offers comprehensive training programmes in livelihood development. These courses focus on equipping individuals with practical skills in repairing and maintaining appliances like refrigerators, air conditioners, and washing machines (RACW), as well as plumbing and optical fibre network maintenance. GSLF's approach combines intensive classroom training with hands-on experience through On the Job Training (OJT), providing students with valuable skills for future employment opportunities.

  • Education Programme

    Grey Sim Learnings Foundation (GSLF) focuses on education through the establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs, catering to students in grades 5th to 8th. These labs serve as innovative learning spaces, fostering scientific curiosity and skills development among school children.

  • ITI Transformation Programme

    Grey Sim Learnings Foundation (GSLF) is dedicated to the transformation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). It achieves this by introducing contemporary skills such as IoT, Electric Vehicles, 3D printing, and Drone technology. GSLF provides training to both students and ITI trainers through state-of-the-art skill labs in selected ITIs. The organisation actively supports ITIs in facilitating placements, apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and a dual system of training. This comprehensive approach also involves guest lectures, industry visits, and vocational education counselling through Skill Rath, aimed at raising awareness among young individuals about ITIs and assisting them in the admission process.

  • Vocational Training Programme

    Grey Sim Learnings Foundation (GSLF) offers a wide array of vocational training programmes across multiple Indian locations, including Bhiwandi, Delhi, Pune, Chennai, Rudrapur, Lucknow, and Hyderabad. These courses cover essential areas such as Home Appliances, Optical Fiber Technician, plumbing, electrical work, and emerging technologies like drones, electric vehicles, and 3D printers. The training durations vary from one to four months, depending on the course. GSLF's goal is to equip individuals with practical skills, empowering them for better employment opportunities and a more promising future in various industries.

Leadership Team

  • Amit Gupta

    Director

  • Rupa Chaudhury

    Director

  • Phiroz Kajal

    Director

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • Registration ID

    U80900MH2013NPL251497

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    MH/2014/0083485

  • FCRA

    083781575

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    Kailash Industrial Complex, A-303 & 304, Veer Savarkar Marg, Park Site, Vikhroli (W), Mumbai, 400079

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)