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The V.V. Giri Slum at Sheshadripuram: Before setting out to a slum area to impart knowledge, it is imperative that we know if programs such as these will be well received. The objective is to convince the community on the value of education. This was the first step, speaking to our soon-to-be students what they [...]
June 17, 2007 Sunday, The glorious, sun-soaked day of first official YFS volunteer’s orientation program in Bangalore brought more clarity and focus for social activities in the city. The event got successfully organized at the premises of Global Edge Software, Malleshwaram and inspired a sense of responsibility in the attendees. YFS is a niche initiative [...]
Premanjali Nele is this comfortable establishment tucked away right beside RV Dental College in JP Nagar. It houses some of the cutest children that we have come by. Some of them are orpans and some whose parents could not afford to take care. We have been visiting this place since mid June. Here is a [...]
Koramangala slum: Keshav Seva Samiti runs a tuition center in Koramangala. Sumalatha(Software Engineer with Dell) and Archana(Software Engineer with EMC) visited the tuition center and had discussions towards making an effective contribution. Tuitions are currently being conducted for primary and middle school children. Help is required in order to broaden the scope to high school [...]
The Turning Point: Baba Amte The turning point in his life came one rainy evening, as Baba headed home. A huddled figure lay on the roadside. At first it seemed like a bundle of rags. But then he noticed some movement. Baba looked closer and recoiled instantly. Lying before him was a man in the [...]
From the coordinator's desk: I recollect the day, ten years ago, when I was visiting a friend in Houston on the day of his daughter’s birthday. Kavita was celebrating her 10th birthday, and was radiant in high spirits. Just like all kids of her age do, she dreamt of receiving many gifts. As expected, she [...]
