Bridge the learning gaps of underprivileged children

Impact

Being a first generation learner from an underprivileged background, Sheela didn't have strong fundamentals in subjects like science and maths to help her continue her academic pursuit. It was only after volunteers from Bhumi stepped in, did Sheela developed a keen interest in studies and the zeal to improve her fundamentals in the subjects that hindered her development the most. With the constant support she received from Bhumi, Sheela is now one of the most attentive students in school and a fast learner. Your help can put a student like Sheela on the path of academic success and contribute to their bright futures

About The Program

Most children have English communication skills that are below age-appropriate levels. Most children in Grade 2 are unable to recognize alphabets while Grade 5 students fail to write 3 letter words. Bhumi believes, that with the right kind of skill training, these children will become aware of letter-sound relationships. They will comprehend the manner in which they read and hear and express themselves effectively within a time span of 2 to 3 years. An interactive platform targeted at children from underprivileged backgrounds helps them with their listening, reading and writing skills. Each volunteer from Bhumi is assigned a group of 4 to 6 students. The students are engaged in 2-hour long weekend classes that focus on helping the students recognize alphabets using interactive tools. The progress of the children is assessed through baseline, mid-year progressive and year-end assessments to monitor every child's progress.

About The NGO

Three like-minded friends in the year 2006 related closely to the need for quality education and believed a solution that creates educationally empowered youth capable of active participation and development of the community they belong to will make them self-reliant, and self-sustainable. Thus, Bhumi – India’‘s largest independent youth volunteering organisation was established in the year 2006 with a vision to help build a more influential, equal and socially conscious society and a mission to drive social change by fostering an environment where young adults & children learn, lead and thrive. Bhumi as a platform enables over 20,000 volunteers in over 12 cities across India for causes like education, environment, animals and community welfare. With an aim to render quality education, Bhumi provides comprehensive educational support for over 25,000 underprivileged children across India to help them break the cycle of poverty. Bhumi bridges the gaps in formal education and opportunities by providing language and STEAM education, life-skills support and scholarships for higher education:- through volunteers at orphanages during weekends- at low-income (private and government) schools with development support for teachers- education at after-school community centres in urban slums Most of our volunteers are students or working professionals under the age of 30 and go through mandatory orientation and in return gain immensely through our Leadership programme. Through this platform, the volunteers progress to more leadership roles and responsibility where they switch to education sector from the experiences gained from Bhumi. While holistic education is imparted to the children, Bhumi’‘s young volunteers are also transformed into socially conscious leaders in the education sector.

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