In many underserved communities, children remain out of school—not due to lack of ability, but because of barriers we can help remove.

Through the School Chalo (Let’s Get Back to School) campaign, our NGO partner ROSA is working at the grassroots to bring children back to the classroom and ensure they stay.

• Facilitators are going door-to-door, speaking with parents about the importance of regular school attendance.
• Community meetings are being held to encourage enrollment and address local challenges.
• Learning support is being offered through Village Learning Centers in remote hamlets under the Catch Up program.

These efforts aren’t headline-grabbing—but they are life-changing. Because every child in school is a step toward a more just, informed, and empowered society.

#EveryChildInSchool #ChildrensRights #CommunityEngagement #GovernmentSchools #RightToEducation

As part of a focused initiative to enhance community safety and child welfare, RDS Wanaparthy, our NGO partner, organized a capacity building training for 15 frontline staff members.

The session aimed to deepen their understanding of drug abuse issues and strengthen their grasp of key child protection laws.

Mr. M.D. Amgith, Sub-Inspector from the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), delivered a compelling session on the growing threat of drug use—its causes, psychological impacts, and the importance of grassroots awareness and timely prevention.

Following this, Mr. N. Vishwakanth provided comprehensive legal insights, covering critical areas such as the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, crime theory, and the practical use of emergency toll-free numbers in protecting children and responding to potential threats.

This impactful training empowered the participating staff to take a more informed and proactive role in ensuring child safety and supporting community well-being.

#SayNoToDrugs #POCSOAct #DrugFreeIndia #ChildSafetyFirst

Our NGO partner, Sankalp Samaj Sevi Sanstha, is leading a Second Chance Drive across all our supported schools — a focused effort to support children who didn’t pass their exams the first time.

The goal is to help these children regain confidence, catch up academically, and rejoin their peers through a caring and supportive environment.

What the drive includes:

• Emotional Support & Counseling for both students and parents
• Mindset Building to nurture resilience and positivity
• Parental Involvement to ensure consistent encouragement at home
• Life Skills Training with sessions on time management, discipline, and setting goals

Because one failure shouldn’t define a child’s future.

In Telangana, Badi Bata is a special drive led by the government to increase enrollment in government schools through active community involvement. The program focuses on identifying out-of-school children, enrolling them in nearby government schools, and ensuring schools are fully prepared for the new academic year.

ILP’s NGO partner RDS played an active role in this initiative by conducting home visits to connect directly with families. Their efforts were focused on motivating parents and communities to send children—especially those at risk of dropping out—back to school. This not only helped increase enrollment but also worked towards preventing future dropouts.

Key activities of the Badi Bata campaign include:

• Community mobilization: Engaging local leaders, parents, and community members in the enrollment process.
• Identifying out-of-school children: Tracking and encouraging them to enroll.
• School readiness: Cleaning, maintenance, and decoration to create a welcoming learning environment.
• Parent-teacher meetings: Building trust and collaboration between families and schools.
• Highlighting government school benefits: Raising awareness about free textbooks, uniforms, and midday meals.
• Updating village education registers: Ensuring accurate and current records.
• Enrolling children in nearby government schools: Facilitating timely and appropriate placements.

Through grassroots efforts like these, Badi Bata continues to bring education closer to every child—with committed partners like RDS making a real impact on the ground.

World Day Against Child Labour is observed each year on June 12 to highlight the global effort needed to eliminate child labour in all its forms. Initiated by the International Labour Organization (ILO), this day reminds us of our collective responsibility to protect children’s rights. With the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, world leaders committed to ending child labour and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

ILP adopts a multi-level strategy—engaging schools, communities, and policy platforms—to ensure every child stays in school and out of labour in their intervention areas.

School-Level Support

• Providing regular counselling to parents to keep children in school
• Tracking out-of-school and frequently absent children
• Supporting re-enrollment of long-absent or dropout students
• Establishing adolescent clubs to engage teens and reduce dropouts

Community Engagement

• Conducting village-level campaigns with teachers and School Management Committees
• Preventing child marriages that may lead to dropouts

Policy & Advocacy

• Tracking effective implementation of the Right to Education Act (2009) at the block level
• Joining hands with national advocacy groups such as the Campaign Against Child Labour and the Campaign Against Child Marriage

From ending labour to enabling learning—ILP is committed to protecting every child’s right to a full and free childhood.

Join us in building a future where every child learns, plays, and thrives—free from labour.
Support, volunteer, or spread the word.

The STEM Library Project is a collaborative initiative by Pratham Books and the India Literacy Project that aims to establish STEM libraries across government schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Hosur, and Krishnagiri. These libraries will feature 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠-𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 designed to introduce young learners to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in an engaging and age-appropriate manner. By making these resources accessible, the initiative seeks to nurture a love for reading among students, while also planting the seeds for future interest in STEM fields.

Beyond simply providing books, the project supports teachers through training and capacity-building workshops, helping them integrate STEM concepts into everyday instruction. Teachers and master trainers will be equipped with the tools and guidance needed to maximize the use of the library resources.

Additionally, the project promotes joyful, hands-on learning through the free STEM Literacy Program available on the Pratham Books’ StoryWeaver portal, making STEM education both approachable and inspiring for students at an early age.

Note: All government schools that ILP works with are part of Namma School Namma Ooru Palli, an initiative established by the Government of Tamil Nadu to foster community engagement & CSR partnerships.

On May 28, our NGO partner RDS observed Menstrual Hygiene Day with the students of Balabhavan in Wanaparthy, aligning with the global theme “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.” The initiative aimed to break taboos around menstruation and reinforce that it should never be a barrier to education, health, or opportunities for women and girls.

In a step toward building inclusive mindsets, both girls and boys were engaged in the session—fostering early awareness and encouraging respectful, informed attitudes among all students.

Students also took a pledge to share what they learned with their families, friends, neighbors, and communities—becoming ambassadors of awareness and change.

The event also featured a drawing competition on the theme “Save the Girl Child” to spark reflection on gender equality and highlight the need to address the skewed male-to-female ratio.

Let’s all do our bit to support menstrual health awareness by encouraging open dialogue at home, in schools, and in your communities.

In Deva Hipparagi, Ujjwala, our NGO partner, works closely with the local community to promote the importance of education. Through regular mother’s meetings, youth sessions, and nutrition camps, Ujjwala encourages families to send children to school consistently and engage actively with Anganwadi centres.

At one such parental meeting, an elderly woman named Narayanamma spoke about her struggles. She was caring for her two grandchildren alone. Her daughter, Radhabai, had lost her husband in an accident and, overwhelmed by grief and responsibilities, had developed a mental health condition. Without any support, the children had dropped out of school, and the family was in crisis.

When Ujjwala’s team visited their home, they saw how serious the situation was. Radhabai was unwell and occasionally aggressive. The children were scared, and neighbours, though concerned, didn’t know how to intervene. The coordinator contacted medical professionals and, with help from local donations, arranged for Radhabai’s treatment at the nearby Mental Health Institute.

Seven months later, Radhabai returned home in stable health. She resumed her responsibilities, cared for her mother, and re-enrolled her children in school. Narayanamma later visited the Ujjwala team with her daughter to express her gratitude.

This story reflects more than just personal recovery. It shows how community support, when directed with care and commitment, can help families rebuild and give children a renewed chance at education.

*Names changed

Summer vacation – the most exciting time of the year for children! A well-earned break from school bells, homework, and rigid routines.

Our NGO partners are conducting summer camps across various schools with a perfect blend of play and purpose! From art and dance to storytelling, children get to explore new hobbies, spark creativity, and even brush up on academics in a stress-free, joyful environment.

Whether it’s making friends, discovering hidden talents, or diving into books under a tree, summer camps make every day of vacation count – with laughter, learning, and lifelong memories!

For students in government schools across India, ICT training isn’t just about learning computers—it’s about building confidence, sparking curiosity, and opening doors to the same opportunities their peers in private schools enjoy.

At ILP, we view ICT as more than a subject. It’s a bridge to the future, one where technology shapes how we live, learn, and work. But to help students cross that bridge, our educators must lead the way.

That’s why our recent 3-day workshop focused not just on tools, but on transforming teaching practices. Across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana, our teams were trained to meaningfully integrate platforms like GeoGebra, Scratch, Stellarium, Audacity, GIMP, and Openshot into everyday classroom learning. Whether it’s using astronomy software to ignite wonder or Scratch to make coding accessible, the goal is the same: to make learning relevant, hands-on, and future-ready.

We also enhanced our capacity for measuring outcomes through tools like Open Data Kit (ODK) and Logical Framework Analysis—because real impact must be seen, tracked, and continuously improved.

Our teams will now train teachers on these platforms and co-teach in classrooms, ensuring every student is engaged, empowered, and equipped to thrive.

At ILP, we’re committed to creating a virtuous cycle of digital inclusion—where every child in a government school gains the fluency to navigate and shape tomorrow’s world.