Overview
Prayas is Dnyansangam Foundation’s flagship education initiative dedicated to bridging learning gaps and ensuring quality education for underprivileged children. Many children in slum communities and municipal schools struggle due to a lack of foundational literacy, digital exposure, and structured learning support. These challenges often result in high dropout rates, poor academic performance, and limited career opportunities.
To address this issue, Prayas provides a holistic learning environment by offering academic guidance, mentorship, career counseling, and personality development programs. The initiative ensures that children receive not just education but also the necessary life skills and motivation to continue learning and thrive in society.
Objectives
- Bridging Educational Gaps: Helping students who have fallen behind in school reach their appropriate grade level.
- Ensuring Foundational Literacy & Numeracy: Strengthening basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
- Promoting Digital Education: Introducing students to technology for learning and skill-building.
- Encouraging Regular Attendance: Tracking student progress and ensuring continuous learning.
- Fostering Personality Development: Enhancing communication skills, self-confidence, and decision-making abilities.
- Providing Career Guidance & Mentorship: Helping students set goals and explore future opportunities.
Key Activities
- Academic Support & Learning Sessions: Regular after-school learning sessions where students receive personalized attention in subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Language.
- Digital & Moral Education: Providing access to basic computer literacy and introducing students to online learning resources.
- Career Guidance & Goal-Setting: Organizing career counseling sessions where professionals from various fields interact with students.
- Personality Development & Confidence Building: Activities like debates, group discussions, and public speaking to enhance communication skills and self-expression.
- Community & Parent Engagement: Parental awareness programs and workshops to support children's learning at home.
Impact & Achievements
Prayas has significantly contributed to the academic and personal growth of many underprivileged children. The initiative has helped:
- ✅ Increase student retention rates in schools by ensuring regular attendance.
- ✅ Improve literacy and numeracy skills, enabling students to perform better in exams.
- ✅ Boost self-confidence, encouraging students to participate in discussions and competitions.
- ✅ Guide students towards higher education and career-focused opportunities.
Mentorship Program in Action
This image showcases our mentorship program, where experienced professionals guide students, helping them realize their career goals and aspirations.
How You Can Get Involved
- 📌 Volunteer as a Mentor – Teach and guide students in subjects of your expertise.
- 📌 Donate Learning Materials – Help provide books, stationery, and digital tools.
- 📌 Sponsor a Child’s Education – Support a student’s academic journey.
- 📌 Partner with Us – Collaborate to expand outreach and impact more lives.