Ghulam Qadir/ Nagpur

SEWA (Skill Education and Welfare Association), has been working to dispel the curse of illiteracy In Amravati and Nagpur, Maharashtra, for decades. Today, the social change started by it has taken a new turn: the organisation's women's wing has launched the "Ghar Ghar Dastak" campaign to inspire youth to pursue higher education.

SEWA has a ground-level approach and therefore a good impact. Almost daily, the organisation's male members identify a neighbourhood and, like a "Tablighi Jamaat" (Changemaking group), form teams to reach every home. Their role isn't just to offer advice, but also to meet with each child to understand their educational needs and aspirations.

When a child or family requests financial assistance to pursue further education, SEWA members immediately mark them. This identification process ensures that the assistance reaches the financially vulnerable child. This approach sets the organisation apart from typical NGOs.

This campaign has gained the support of its women's wing. The women's wing has undertaken "Aala Talimi Bedari" (higher education awareness) campaign to inspire youth into dreaming big.

A SEWA volunteer with children

Recently, the Mahila Jamaat conducted a door-to-door campaign in Pathanpura, Amravati. This initiative is also special because the women members interact directly with mothers and try to instil the importance of education within the family in their minds.

In Pathanpura, this women's group interacted with children from 10 families to pursue higher education and prepare accordingly. They not only inspired the children but also provided them with four essential guidelines of SEWA for their educational journey.

SEWA's roots are deep and strong. This Mumbai-based, premier Indian social organisation has been focusing on various areas of education since 1989. Over the past 35 years, the organisation has empowered the lives of millions across the country, from east to west, north to south.

SEWA's collaboration model has been refined over time, making it self-sustaining, scalable, and entrepreneurial. It seamlessly meets the educational demands of local communities. Today, SEWA's network spans 605 districts, 2,100 blocks, and 8,550 panchayats across 29 states and four union territories, with over 2,000 centres and offices.

Since its coming into being in 1989, it has guided more than 1 million students across 605 districts in India. It aims to make education accessible, create jobs, and improve living standards.

SEWA's remote learning programs allow individuals to learn at their own pace and from any location. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, explore a new career, or expand your knowledge, Seva is your gateway to accessible and effective education.

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Higher education isn't just the preserve of the wealthy; it's the right of every talented child. SEWA's belief is changing the lives of thousands of youth.