Nirmala’s Name Echoes Transformation in Rojipura.
Nirmala stepped into the realm of Doddabalapur’s Rojipura 2 Anganwadi, a place marred by neglect and with 3 to 4 children attending the center regularly. Makkala Jagriti’s intervention gave Nirmala more insights into Early Childhood Education and instilled in her the courage and confidence to confront authorities and the community to collaborate for the transformation […]
Savoring Democracy’s Essence Through Revitalizing School Elections
School parliament elections are not news to us. But it took a remarkable twist in the current academic year. Traditionally, teachers would handpick student representatives, but this year witnessed a groundbreaking change. Children themselves engaged in the democratic process by electing ministers through a formal election, infusing the proceedings with all the elements of a […]
Empowering Young Voices through Creative Assemblies.
School assemblies are languished practices in many of the schools in Karnataka. Those who followed experienced it as a mundane routine that often went unnoticed. With Makkala Jagriti’s intervention in government schools, assemblies have found their lost lustre for holistic development, not just for students but for teachers too. Every child, regardless of their background, […]
From Loss to Life: Crafting a Journey of Hope and Triumph.
Harish belongs to a poor family in Tamil Nadu and his life took an unexpected turn during a trip he took to Banglore. He was rescued by the Child Protection Force and was fostered at the Child Care Institution (CCI), Bangalore. Despite tracking down his family couldn’t ensure his release, since his parents couldn’t take […]
The True Visionary Behind a Learning Center at Balamandira.
The true visionary behind the inception of Makkala Jagriti’s Learning Center at the Government Childcare institution in Karnataka is an 11-year-old boy named Manoj in 2007. Manoj was outcasted by his own people owing to his association with theft, substance use, and his rogue nature. He was a school dropout at the UKG level, underwent […]
16-Year-Old Finding His Way Out of Struggles to Creative Triumphs
This is a boy of 16, who came to roam alone in Banglore and ended up in the Child Care Institution in Koramangala. The Maker’s Space sessions conducted by Makkala Jagriti are a space that gave him immense happiness. His interest in creating working models was evident from the beginning itself. He came up with […]
Maralukunte Anganwadi Emerging from a Soft Slumber to Vibrant Laughter
In the heart of Marenahalli Panchayath lies Maralukunte Anganwadi, a quaint space basked in sunlight, but lacking the vibrancy it deserved. With dormant playgrounds, empty racks, and untouched storerooms, it yearned for transformation. Recognizing its untapped potential, our team at Makkala Jagriti intervened, breathing life into the spaces, creating a positive hub of learning. Laughter […]
Asfiya’s Journey to Rewrite Her Destiny.
Asfiya Khanam is a young woman from Gopalpuram, who defied societal norms and embarked on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and empowerment. At the age of 17, she was married and started a family, believing that her life was destined to revolve around her role as a wife and mother. However, life took a significant […]