Why We Do What We Do
During our survey and needs-based assessment in Alibag Taluka, we identified that many children from tribal communities and families of brick kiln labourers are out of school. This is due to several interconnected challenges, including seasonal migration, economic hardship, and a lack of awareness among parents about the importance of education.
Brick kiln labourers often migrate to farms with their entire families, disrupting their children’s access to formal schooling. These children are left without structured learning environments—many spend their days wandering or assisting their parents at work, missing out on critical developmental opportunities.
To address this issue, we established informal education centres directly at the farms and in tribal hamlets. These centres offer basic literacy, numeracy, and life skills through engaging, activity-based methods that are child-friendly and accessible. We also work closely with parents—especially mothers—to raise awareness and encourage regular learning habits at home.
Our assessment also revealed that even children who are enrolled in school often have irregular attendance, resulting in foundational learning gaps in reading, writing, and mathematics. To bridge this gap, we launched Community Learning Centres (CLCs), which provide targeted academic support in Marathi, English, Mathematics, and other subjects. These centres help children improve their reading and writing skills, build confidence, and stay on track with their education.
We believe that literacy is the first step toward lasting change. Our mission goes beyond access to education—it is about inclusion, consistency, and empowering children to stay engaged in their learning journey. By laying strong educational foundations and promoting lifelong learning, we are helping build a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Anandi Shikshan Project
Building Brighter Futures Through Joyful Learning
Anandi Shikshan, the flagship program of the Sevangan Foundation, is dedicated to empowering underprivileged children by providing the essential support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. This initiative focuses on children from tribal areas, remote villages, brick kiln sites, economically weaker sections, destitute families, and other marginalized communities, offering both formal and informal education that bridges learning gaps and nurtures their potential.
The core aim of Anandi Shikshan is to foster a joyful and engaging learning environment that not only helps children stay in school but also encourages them to love the process of learning. Through collaboration with individuals, institutions, and grassroots initiatives, we are building a supportive ecosystem that ensures every child has the opportunity to succeed.
We strive to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create pathways into mainstream education for those who are often left behind due to poverty, migration, and lack of access.
Objectives of the Anandi Shikshan Project
- Provide informal education to out-of-school children and facilitate their smooth transition into formal schooling.
- Bridge learning gaps to ensure the inclusion of every child in mainstream education.
- Strengthen reading, writing, and numeracy skills through structured and guided sessions.
- Promote activity-based learning to make education interactive and enjoyable.
- Encourage the habit of curiosity and independent learning.
- Improve understanding of core subjects—especially Math and Science.
- Prevent school dropouts through mentoring and continuous learning support.
- Discover and nurture hidden talents to build children’s confidence and creativity.
- Actively involve parents in their children’s educational journey.
- Promote value-based education and cultural awareness.
- Facilitate teamwork and leadership development through group learning and collaborative projects.
- Support mental and physical well-being through yoga, mindfulness, and sports activities.
- Provide nutritional support to combat malnutrition and promote healthy growth.
- Empower mothers and caregivers as active partners in the education process.
- Equip children with life skills, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Support sustainable educational opportunities to ensure the continuous development of children.
- Develop sports skills and encourage playing traditional games.
- Preserve folk art, crafts, music, and storytelling to help children connect with their cultural roots.
Initiative Under Anandi Shikshan
- Bin Bhintichi Shala – The School Without Walls
Where learning follows the child—beyond bricks, beyond barriers.
Bin Bhintichi Shala is a pioneering mobile learning initiative under the Anandi Shikshan Project, designed specifically for children of migrant brick kiln workers. These children are frequently displaced and often excluded from formal education due to poverty and migration. This program brings education to their doorsteps, wherever they may be.
Under trees, in open spaces, temporary sheds, or corners of brick kilns—every space becomes a classroom. Our goal is to keep the flame of learning alive, even in the most challenging conditions.
📚 What We Offer:
- Basic literacy and numeracy in Marathi, English, and Math
- Improved reading and writing skills through tailored learning plans
- Creative, play-based activities including art, storytelling, music, and sports
- Health and hygiene education with a focus on nutrition and self-care
Our teaching methods are flexible and tailored to each child’s level of understanding. With trained educators and volunteers, supported by learning kits and interactive tools, the learning experience is both meaningful and engaging.
🎯 Program Outcomes:
- Reduce school dropouts and reintroduce children to formal education
- Build strong foundational skills and a love for learning
- Promote emotional well-being and social inclusion
- Inspire children to dream beyond their circumstances
Bin Bhintichi Shala is Informal learning centre without wall— carrying hope and learning wherever it’s most needed.
🏫 Community Learning Centre (CLC)
Community Learning Centre for Tribal Children (CLC):
Community Learning Centres are informal education spaces established in tribal vadi-vastis, where children gather in familiar surroundings—under trees, in temple premises, community halls, open spaces, or any shaded area available in the community. These centres bring learning to the doorstep of children, making education accessible, inclusive, and rooted in their everyday environment.
We support children in integrating into the mainstream education system, sustaining their educational journey, and developing strong learning habits along with a genuine interest in lifelong learning. By creating dedicated spaces for learning and development within their own communities, we ensure that children remain meaningfully connected to education.
Our focus is on strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy by enhancing reading and writing skills. We also offer academic coaching and subject guidance in core areas such as English, Mathematics, and Science. These sessions are designed to be interactive, engaging, and supportive—helping children build confidence and overcome learning gaps.
Beyond academics, CLCs promote holistic growth through mentorship, activity-based learning, and emotional support. This initiative empowers children not only to catch up but to thrive—laying a strong foundation for a brighter, self-reliant future.
🔴We work hand-in-hand with:
- Local families and Panchayats
- Brick kiln owners and labourers
- Educators and subject experts
- Social workers and youth volunteers
🔶 Our Reach and Impact
From a Few to a Flourishing Many
What started with just a few children has grown into a transformative movement:
📍 5 Centres across Alibag Taluka
📚 2 Brick Kiln Sites and 3 Tribal Communities
👧🏾👦🏽 90+ Children engaged in joyful and regular learning
⚠️ Key Challenges We Face
- Non-enrolment
- School dropouts
- Low learning levels
- Migration
We aim to reduce school dropouts, promote inclusion in mainstream education, improve academic performance, enhance life skills, and build a generation ready for a brighter and more empowered future.