Eklavya India Foundation

Today, on Birsa Munda's birth anniversary, we honor the legendary Freedom Fighter's tireless efforts to uplift tribal communities. He broke superstitions, changed outdated practices, and fostered pride. His vision of Abua Disom (self-rule) sparked a powerful movement for tribal rights and freedom.

Eklavya India Foundation pays tribute to Birsa Munda, celebrating his enduring legacy. We're also proud to announce that today marks the commencement of our PG residential workshop, uniting talented tribal students from across India, who are dreaming of pursuing higher education in India's best institutes and breaking generational poverty.💙🙌🏻🙌🏻

Our team is in Bangalore for the Mentoring Summit 2024! Smita Tatewar is invited as a speaker for this event today! She is one of the 68 esteemed speakers at the summit - https://mentoringsummit.org/speakers/
They will also visit the APU & IIHS campus to meet our alumni in the next 2 days!

We are extremely glad to see our work featured on the site of Chevening Awards (FCDO), with our founder Raju Kendre being at the forefront! This is a proud moment for the entire team and all the students, alumni, and well-wishers who have been part of our journey!

Read the full article here - https://www.chevening.org/news/breaking-down-barriers-how-raju-kendre-is-redefining-opportunities-for-indias-marginalised-communities/

We're looking for professionals with experience in academia, industry, or government, who are committed to mentoring and have a passion for education. If you can dedicate 3-4 hours per month to virtual mentoring, apply now to become a mentor and shape the future of students, who are coming from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities, and seeking abroad studies in Masters and PhD.

If you are the one is interested in this opportunity, please fill up the application form and spread the word to those who might be keen to mentor as well!

To Register and know more details, please tap the form link-https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6PPzP3TfeKU0x7mk5BEksYcplCkyCYnVr8d7SvuI1ZwDqiQ/viewform

Another day with another announcement at Eklavya! The applications for the PG residential crash course are open now. The workshop participants will be preferred during the selection for this course, however, we are open to entries from those who have not attended the workshop as well. We can't wait to review your applications and interview you all to join this course!

To know more and register, tap this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQ2kMyNhHodE1yK5TH6a2yJS49YZwpMYngsnQ7U0Y5L0Ah9w/viewform

Writing and creating the newsletter is like revisiting the entire month that passed by, with so much happening just in 30-31 days. Like every month's newsletter, our October edition is an attempt to summarize the highlights of the month including achievements, learnings, dedication, and heartfelt stories; carefully woven into an engaging narrative.

If you want to read it, please share your email IDs in the comment section below.

Per our promise yesterday, we are here to announce the amazing speakers coming to our PG residential workshop this time! We have a versatile pool of mentors who will guide our students with their expertise. Join us in welcoming Dr. Harish Wankhede, Dinanath Waghmare, Sekhar Rayaprolu, Saumya Gupta, Akash Modak, Pritam Das, Saka Ram, Zunjar Bankar, Sakshi Labade, Pratiksha Jadhav, Vaishali More, Avinash Madavi, Manali Ghodeswar, and Mahadev Rathod!

We're eagerly looking forward to the sessions and the entire workshop, as we get to host this power-packed line-up of mentors for our students.

Our Nagpur campus got featured on The Lallantop's YouTube channel yesterday! Grateful for the wonderful coverage captured by Sonal Pateria and the team.

Check out the entire video folks and give us your review in the comment section below! -

'अब एकलव्य अंगूठा नहीं देगा' Tribal बच्चों को देश के टॉप कॉलेज तक पहुंचाने वाला ये स्कूल मॉडल बगेगा! लल्लनटॉप का सालाना अड्डा लौट आया है. दिनांक 22 नवंबर से 24 नवंबर तक, दिल्ली के मेजर ध्यान चंद नेशनल स्टेडियम में... रजिस.....

We are here to mentor you and support you in your higher education journey. You just need to take one step ahead and register for the workshop!

To all the students who are either searching for better educational opportunities in graduation or after that, take this post as a reminder to apply for the workshop that is meant for you!

To all the Eklavya Alumni, spread the message as much as you can. Bring the kids from your village to this space and motivate them to dream bigger! You are their inspiration.

Registration link for UG residential workshop - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZZB7ae5q5YXzne5OvDwlOIbEhB7sAfW2Inl2RybflY_mN3A/viewform

Registration link for PG residential workshop - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfB-t2f7upx44yA0dIj7lgkVTJUHhxt2VcC18_CqoQcKx2Frw/viewform

We are glad to collaborate with Ashoka University for an informative session on Young India Fellowship at Ashoka University, on 5th November at 6 pm!

Ashoka University’s flagship program, the YIF is a year-long residential postgraduate diploma program that educates and nurtures Fellows to solve the most pertinent problems that will ultimately create a better world. Around 100 driven individuals are immersed in a multidisciplinary education each year, exploring diverse fields, engaging in interdisciplinary learning, and collaboratively solving real-world problem statements. In this transformative journey, Fellows are guided by renowned individuals from all walks of life.

We are proud to share that the speakers of this session include our accomplished alumni Akash Sapkale, Shruti Botare, Asha Bassi, Manali Ghodeswar, and Prashant Kumbhar. They will share their experience as fellows and address all your questions about the program as well. Mark the date!

Date: 5th November, Tuesday
Time: 6 pm-7:30 pm

Another good news is that - All Fellows in the Class of 2025-26 will receive scholarships: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/yif-2026-all-fellows-on-scholarships/

Register to the link below to attend the session and learn more about this along with the program overall.

https://forms.gle/ALrJGHrfqKbA7da99

We are back with the announcement of another postgraduate residential workshop this year. Many students have been looking forward to this opportunity as they could not make it to the previous batches. This is your chance to apply again! We are looking forward to a huge response!

Application deadline: 5 November 2024

Register through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfB-t2f7upx44yA0dIj7lgkVTJUHhxt2VcC18_CqoQcKx2Frw/viewform

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The CrossCulture Programme (CCP) offers fellowships to 55-60 professionals and dedicated volunteers from over 40 countries. This unique opportunity allows fellows to spend 2-3 months working with host organizations in Germany or CCP partner countries. During this period, fellows broaden their expertise, build valuable networks, and develop essential intercultural skills.

Through the CCP Fellowship, participants gain expertise through cross-cultural workshops, networking events, and professional meetings. Upon returning home, fellows integrate their international experience into their organization's work, fostering sustainable development and social impact.

Our session will be led by Shakti Yadav, a former GSP mentee and mentor, and founder-director of Buy Food with Plastic India. This innovative non-profit tackles plastic waste and food insecurity in Mumbai's lower-income communities. Through live events, they exchange warm meals for plastic bottles and conduct awareness sessions for adults and children. They've saved over 60,000 plastic bottles, delivered 42,000 meals, supported 4,500 individuals, and educated 1,000 children.

To learn more about the CrossCulture Programme Fellowship and Shakti's inspiring work, register through the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPgJPJMnQBMyyxJa1FnOIwvytaTjFb5TDYJl6iguN4hX_ygg/viewform

We are conducting a virtual session exclusive for GSP mentees on mastering the art of CV and Resume writing, which is crucial in their academic as well as professional journey ahead.

Joining us for the session is, Riyazul Samad BINMOHAMMAD, who is a committed advocate for sustainable urban development, currently pursuing an M.Phil in Architecture and Urban Studies at Queens'​ College, Cambridge. As a Chevening Scholar, supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), he is focused on researching strategies to enhance climate resilience and sustainability in Indian cities. His work merges traditional Indian vernacular knowledge with advanced artificial intelligence to tackle the distinct challenges of urban development in India. Riyazul aims to contribute to India's transformation into a sustainable and inclusive nation by 2047.

Over the past five years, he has mentored more than 100 students, assisting them in enhancing their CVs and securing admissions to prestigious universities in India and abroad.