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On May 28, our NGO partner RDS observed Menstrual Hygiene Day with the students of Balabhavan in Wanaparthy, aligning with the global theme “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.” The initiative aimed to break taboos around menstruation and reinforce that it should never be a barrier to education, health, or opportunities for women and girls.

In a step toward building inclusive mindsets, both girls and boys were engaged in

In Deva Hipparagi, Ujjwala, our NGO partner, works closely with the local community to promote the importance of education. Through regular mother’s meetings, youth sessions, and nutrition camps, Ujjwala encourages families to send children to school consistently and engage actively with Anganwadi centres.

At one such parental meeting, an elderly woman named Narayanamma spoke about her struggles. She was caring for her two grandchildren alone. Her daughter,

Summer vacation – the most exciting time of the year for children! A well-earned break from school bells, homework, and rigid routines.

Our NGO partners are conducting summer camps across various schools with a perfect blend of play and purpose! From art and dance to storytelling, children get to explore new hobbies, spark creativity, and even brush up on academics in a stress-free, joyful environment.

Whether it’s making

For students in government schools across India, ICT training isn’t just about learning computers—it’s about building confidence, sparking curiosity, and opening doors to the same opportunities their peers in private schools enjoy.

At ILP, we view ICT as more than a subject. It’s a bridge to the future, one where technology shapes how we live, learn, and work. But to help students cross that bridge, our educators

In Wanaparthy district, a 17-year-old girl was on the brink of being forced into child marriage—a harmful practice that would have stolen her education, freedom, and future. But thanks to the vigilance and swift intervention of our NGO partner, Rural Development Society (RDS), her story changed course.

Upon identifying the case, the RDS team immediately alerted authorities, triggering a coordinated response. Officials from the

As India Literacy Project (ILP) celebrates 35 years in the USA and 25 years in India, this year’s annual meet was not just a milestone—it was a reaffirmation of purpose and a call to prepare for a changing world.

The central theme was clear—ILP is not just about literacy or education, but about enabling people to lead change with every ILPian being a

The 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗨𝗽 Program is designed to support beginner-level students in Grades 6 to 8 who have fallen behind in language and mathematics. With a focused, 60-working-day timeline, the program helps them build strong foundational skills and achieve grade-level proficiency.

These are children who, for a variety of reasons, have missed out on essential learning. 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗨𝗽 offers them a structured, time-bound pathway to bridge those gaps—restoring

Ganeswar Club, our NGO partner from Odisha, runs Adolescent Clubs—safe, empowering spaces where girls come together to learn, grow, and thrive. These clubs meet six times a year, each session designed around thoughtfully curated topics to inform, inspire, and uplift. At present, 15 clubs are actively engaging 375 adolescent girls from various communities.

The clubs focus on:

• Building self-esteem and self-awareness
• Developing key life
  

Do you know that many students from lower economic strata do not opt for higher education after finishing Grade 12—not because they lack dreams, but because no one is around to remind them those dreams still matter.

We at ILP understand that the dreams of these children too matter and hence we decided to do something about it. Speak to them in school, encourage them to think

Led by IIT Madras, in collaboration with the Department of Education and ILP, the Hands-on Electronics and Science initiative is revolutionizing experiential learning in government schools across Tamil Nadu. Spanning all 38 districts, the program covers 253 schools and benefits 337,137 students from Classes VI to XII.

Each school has been equipped with 10 Universal Electronic Kits designed by IIT Madras

We recently came together for our Annual Planning Event — a chance to pause, take stock of our journey so far, and think ahead to where we’re going next.

With the support of the Department of School Education & Literacy, Government of Karnataka, and the dedication of our volunteers and partners, we’ve had the opportunity to play a small part in a much larger mission. Together, we’ve

In September 2024, a new chapter began at the Police Boys and Girls Club (PBGC) in Arumbakkam. A group of 34 students joined the first batch of ICT classes, launched in partnership with HCL Foundation and Don Bosco Anbu Illam (DBAI). The goal was simple yet impactful: to give children access to digital learning and help them use technology with