Alumni story | Ayang
Livelihoods of the people of Majuli, a riverine island in Assam, is the focus of Ayang, an organisation set up by an alumnus
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.
Hoysala Aerobics: Move Like a Madanika
Imagine a carved figure from the walls of a Hoysala temple and the energetic moves of an aerobics trainer. Put the two together and you have a creative project from the current students of the University in Bengaluru
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Summer Camp 2022: Path Back to School
When schools reopened after 18 months of closure due to the pandemic, we organised summer camps for students to encourage rejoining school. Here’s a glimpse from Barmer, Rajasthan.
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Community Learning Centre (CLC), Kodegaon Rayat
The CLC, in a remote village in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari block, is a bright example of a community initiative for other villages across the country
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Junoon: Journey of an Associate
A tale of living and learning by Sruthi P K, who worked an associate in Kurud Block, Dhamtari District, Chhattisgarh.
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Nakshatragalu: Stories of Exceptional Government School Teachers | Satyanarayan, Sirohi
Azim Premji University’s podcast Nakshatragalu is a compilation of stories of resilience, dedication and compassion of teachers who have gone the extra mile for their students.
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Gram Sabha ki Kahani
An inspiring collection of narratives from rural Jharkhand. This series underscores the importance of strong local democratic institutions such as the panchayat.
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A Book Fair in the Mountains | Almora
How a potli (bundle) of books blossomed into a grand book fair
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Towards Freedom: Our Associate’s Journey
An Associate writes about her year of immense learning
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Good Schools: Government Primary School, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh
In this video, we focus on what makes the Government Primary School in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, a truly inclusive and inspiring learning space.
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Naganahalli Shaale, Kalaburgi | Episode 1
Let’s hear how a newly appointed head teacher revives Naganahalli government school with the help of an unique government workshop..?
Naganahalli Shaale, Kalaburgi | Episode 2
Let’s hear how Naganahalli government school wins community’s heart, breathes life into their relationship and brings back community’s faith in public education system.