Empowering Teachers, Inspiring Students
Meet Zafar, educator with the Azim Premji Foundation in Uttarakhand, working tirelessly to strengthen teaching-learning processes and build inclusive classrooms.
Watch VideoVignettes, diaries, videos, conversations: every entry in this section brings you up-close with us and our work
Our three operating units — Field Institutions, Grants and Universities — function in an integrated manner to fuel the Foundation’s motto of contributing towards a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society. We bring you a collection of narratives from all three units, straight from our people and partners across India. These stories, in the form of videos, animation, interviews and journals, showcase the journey and the Foundation in its various fields of work.
Nakshatragalu EP 18 | Sriyamsh, Kamatagi, Hungunda Taluk | Umashankar Periodi
From setting up an excellent library in his school to organising unique programmes like stargazing, demonstration of the election process, and “homework with parents” to involve both parents and community members, listen to Sriyamsh Kolar’s story.
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Nakshatragalu EP 17 | Anand Chinnappa, Hadagali Thanda, Vijayapura| Umashankar Periodi
Explore the creative methods introduced by Anand in school to attract students and improve their learning. From dressing as a bear dancer to learning his students’ language to make communication smooth with his students, Anand’s journey of 20 years is inspiring.
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Nakshatragalu EP 16 | Rajeshwari Kalmani, Bidar | Umashankar Periodi
A teacher at Chawagi Higher Primary School in Bidar, Rajeshwari was determined to transform the school. She taught creatively, started a library, deve
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Nakshatragalu EP 15 | Manjunath H N, Homminala | Umashankar Periodi
In a very short time, explore how with strong processes and infrastructure, Manjunath transformed a below-average school into an excellent performing school.
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Winning Ways of Indomitable Teachers
A heartfelt tribute to 12 extraordinary government school teachers from rural Karnataka who have redefined what it means to teach against the odds.
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Experience Mathematics with Puppets, Theatre and Storytelling
Learning maths via storytelling can be a great way for students to grasp concepts that otherwise seem highly esoteric.
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Nakshatragalu EP 14 | Mailarlinga, Nandihalli | Umashankar Periodi
Choosing to live in the same village as the school he worked in allowed Mailarlinga to devote more time to his students. The teachers worked together to get piped water to the school and also helped set up a robust library.
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Nakshatragalu EP 13 | Arathi, Devapura| Umashankar Periodi
Through her dedication and innovative approach, Arathi transformed a low-performing school into a vibrant, high-performing institution where children now thrive.
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Grassroots women leaders engage with local governance: The story from Barwani District of Madhya Pradesh
Meet Badlao Didis of Madhya Pradesh who are engaging with local governance to improve infrastructure and services.
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Alumni Story | From Textbooks to Transformation – Rethinking Education in Rural India
Can Education go beyond textbooks, theories and pragmatics to truly transform lives? Chandan (MA in Education, 2017-19) uses his academic foundation to critically engage with the public education system and develop contextual solutions.
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Nakshatragalu EP 12 | Nirmala Revanagola, Kalaburagi | Umashankar Periodi
Nirmala is a teacher at Harijanvada Higher Primary School in Kadecherla, located in the Sedam block of Kalaburagi district. Under her leadership, explore how the once-neglected school transformed into a high-achieving and well-regarded institution in the area.
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