Prajayatna

Creating a society which
enables every child to thrive and live with dignity...

What We Do.

We are on a mission

To transform the public education system by cultivating a conducive ecosystem that promotes inclusive, competency-based learning

Prajayatna is a not-for-profit, development initiative, working to bring about a systemic change in the public education system in India. Registered as a society in 2008, Prajayatna has been working with teachers, communities, local government bodies and the education bureaucracy towards the holistic development of schools and Anganwadis.

Early Childhood Care and Education : Nurturing Holistic Development

The early years is important as a foundation for the inculcation of social, personal habits and values, which are known to last a lifetime. It is crucial to ensure an enabling environment for every child and thereby a sound foundation for life. We firmly believe that a well-functioning Anganwadi has the power to shape a child’s destiny, fostering lifelong development in a positive manner.

Kalikayatna : Unlocking the Power of Learning

Our mission is simple yet powerful – to unleash the full potential of every child by nurturing their unique learning styles and learning ‘how to learn’. This requires an enabling ecosystem. We strive to ensure with all the stakeholders that the government schools are active learning spaces for the children.

Enabling Inclusion: Supporting Children with Disabilities

our mission is to create a more inclusive and empowering future for children with disabilities. We believe that every child, regardless of their abilities, deserves access to quality education and the right to live a life filled with opportunities and happiness.

Our Reach.

We're making an impact

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Anganwadi centres worked with

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children impacted

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teachers trained

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blocks worked in across 6 states

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Panchayat Members trained

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School Management Committees trained

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children reached through various direct and indirect interventions to improve governance.

From Our Community.

Stories of Change

Leaving no one behind: Mainstreaming disability

Losing his father to the deadly Coronavirus, life became all the more difficult for the six-year-old child Abhijit (name changed) from Bhabai village in Uttar Pradesh who has been suffering from multiple disabilities since birth. Going to school like his peers was a distant dream.

Surekha’s Journey: Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Education

Surekha, an 11-year-old girl from Magdampur Tanda, a small village in the Yadgiri District. Surekha’s parents, Shankar and Devibai, are hardworking labourers who migrate to Maharashtra for employment for most of the year.

The transformation of Ganapathinagar AWC

Ganapathinagar AWC of Chikkabanawara circle is surrounded by low- and middle-income communities. There are 35 children enrolled and around 25 of them are regular. The centre has a room for classroom activities, a kitchen, storage and a toilet facility.

From unruly to a curious learner

Satvik is a 4 year old boy, was initially known to be difficult and had trouble interacting with others. He would often get angry, bite, hit and throw objects at other children in the Anganwadi, and was reluctant to participate in any activities. He would sit alone in the corridor and refuse to mingle with other children.

Testimonials

We had the good opportunity to support the Kalikayatna learning initiative of Prajayatna in Arakera K and Kandakur clusters of Yadgiri district of Karnataka. We partnered with Prajayatna and supported their efforts especially when schools were closed during COVID times. It was heartening to work with a team that is committed and always willing to walk the extra mile towards the goal of providing quality education for all children. The team's relentless efforts to reach out to the disadvantaged children and communities during the difficult Covid times are commendable. It has been our pleasure to work with this wonderful organisation.I wish the team all the success! Testimonials: Our Story in their Words “No country can progress if its children are deprived of access to quality education. Education is the key to success which open up a world of opportunities. Prajayatna's theory of change believes in community empowerment, and ownership and involves different stakeholders-parents, teachers, and elected representatives-in the change process. Such powerful ways of engagement to bring about systemic and sustainable changes are indeed praiseworthy. Prajayatna's relentless efforts in strengthening the public education system in this country deserve to be applauded especially at a time when we are faced with a looming learning crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. I wish the team all the success in their endeavours to provide quality education to all children.

Ms. Garima Singh

Cargill India Pvt. Ltd

“No country can progress if its children are deprived of access to quality education. Education is the key to success which open up a world of opportunities. Prajayatna's theory of change believes in community empowerment, and ownership and involves different stakeholders-parents, teachers, and elected representatives-in the change process. Such powerful ways of engagement to bring about systemic and sustainable changes are indeed praiseworthy. Prajayatna's relentless efforts in strengthening the public education system in this country deserve to be applauded especially at a time when we are faced with a looming learning crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. I wish the team all the success in their endeavours to provide quality education to all children.”

Mr. Anirban Ghose

Jt. Managing Director, Transform Rural India

“After getting regular training from Prajayatna on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), I now know how to make ECCE more effective in the Anganwadis.”

Ms. Geetha Kachur

Yelahanka Circle Anganwadi Supervisor

“I owe a lot to Prajayatna. From learning how to mobilize the community to how to conduct meetings with parents and activities with children, it has been a great learning experience. After joining Prajayatna, regular training has helped me in improving myself as an Anganwadi teacher.”

Ms.Anitha G

, Anganwadi teacher, Gandhinagar Anganwadi center