Literacy India's Indraani Singh: Working on the Three 'E's -- Empowerment, Education and Employment
Episode Description
Literacy India started in 1996 as a non-profit organization, with the objective of empowering underprivileged children and women by making them self-sufficient. It had five children then; today that number has risen to 15,000. The students are given basic education and exposed to a variety of vocational skills. We have to keep on coming up with something new, says founder Indraani Singh in an interview with India Knowledge@Wharton. đź“‚ Public Policy
Brief Summary
Randy discusses her journey founding Literacy India, focusing on education and empowerment for underprivileged children and women.
Key points
- The Journey of Literacy India. From five children to over 15,000 beneficiaries, this organization is making a significant impact.
- A Personal Mission. Driven by childhood experiences, the founder felt compelled to help those less fortunate.
- The Importance of Education. Education is crucial for empowerment and employment, according to the founder's vision.
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Episode highlights
- The Journey of Literacy IndiaFrom five children to over 15,000 beneficiaries, this organization is making a significant impact.“I started about 15 years ago with just five kids and right now we have touched over 10 to 15,000 children, women, and youth.”0:47Aug 6, 2010
- A Personal MissionDriven by childhood experiences, the founder felt compelled to help those less fortunate.“I see children on the street and I find children on the street.”2:00Aug 6, 2010
- The Importance of EducationEducation is crucial for empowerment and employment, according to the founder's vision.“The first E was the empowerment part... the second E was the education.”6:36Aug 6, 2010
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