Empowering the poor through Unnati project ( Bangalore)
Submitted by lakshmisivakumar on Jul 19, 2008 | Tags:
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http://www.unnatiblr.org I am very happy to introduce to you all - A vocational training program UNNATI for the under privileged youth, providing vocational skills,life-skills,communication,basic computer usage,and guranted employment in 3 months in an all expense paid progrmme.You can find the details of the program in the URL:http://www.unnatiblr.orgThis training is imparted in Bangalore since 2003, completing 14 batches till date.I request fellow members go through the webpage and also visit the NGO. When I met them last time they were asking me to inform likeminded people. Also inform students who will be benefited by this.
One of the finer initiatives. It is surprising that there are going to be a great many jobs in the future but we have very few youth who fit the skills. With such groups we can bridge the gap and also meet the demand. Vocational training can possibly bring many of the disillusioned youth back on track...
Good initiative...I know that Dr. Reddy's Foundation ( http://www.drreddysfoundation.org/live_labs.htm ) and Project511 , an initiative by Hyderabad Round-table and MV foundation, offer vocational training courses that directly help livelihood. I think it would be of great advantage for your future development if you could find out about the initiatives (courses they are offering, how they chose, how they relevant logistics etc) of such NGOs involved in similar activities, and try to incorporate them in your initiatives. Just a food for thought.
A great initiative! In a country as vast as India with a large number of unemployed youth, such models need to be replicated. Unnati can reach a wider population by developing models for replication ie. course syllabus, training hours, manpower requirements and consult NGOs in other states to begin such a programme.
Dear All: I fell upon this article and pleased to read all your article. I am actively involved with Unnati and am a Voluntary faculty at Unnati.
I am writing to you all knowing fully well that each one of us can make a huge difference in the lives of underpriviledged youths of our country. Directly or Indirectly a small gesture will go a long way and will change their outlook and the lives of their family. I personally feel, if each one of us take a concious decision, we can bring about the change and give them the opportunity to live life in a dignified manner which would give them hope. Yes, I am talking about Unnati an NGO which provides short term training to underpriviledged youth and ensures jobs at the end of the training programme. One must see this trust (unnati) to understand how they bring about such huge change & outlook of these underpriviledged youths.
My humble request to all those who read this blog is to check out this NGO and see how one can bring about the change in their own way. I have briefed about Unnati and for further details, would request one and all to check this http://www.unnatiblr.org/ for further clarifications.
What does UNNATI do?
Dropouts from schools, boys and girls, living below the poverty line and above 18 years of age, are handpicked by experienced professionals to participate in a full-time, "all expenses paid" programme of vocational training. Expenses include food, conveyance and study materials. Careful screening helps identify the most deserving, and assess their aptitude for a particular course. As at November 08, over 450 youngsters in sixteen batches have been trained and are productively employed.
In addition to imparting skills in the core vocations, *Unnati's* courses include life skills, communication, spoken English and basic computer usage. Special attention is given in inculcating personal and community values in the students, so that they act as *change agents*.
Sharing of ideas is encouraged, and there is focus on practical work including role-plays, site visits and group projects.
You can also spare some of your time, resources and contacts to join in this enviable program and derive joy from doing your part as a commitment to the society.
I just read this news item and thought of sharing it:
'Unnati has set itself an ambitious target of 1 million youth being gainfully employed through its program by 2020. Unnati is the only program currently active in India that offers the trained youth an assured placement in corporates immediately upon completion of the course. The Global Fund for Children (GFC), a leading global grant making organization is supporting Unnati in realizing its vision.'
http://www.prlog.org/10304595-unnati-to-train-1-million-underprivileged-...
Hey!
I am from Bangalore. I need someone to only teach English to a twelfth standard student, full time, if possibly, on a pro bono basis. Would any of you be able to recommend anyone?
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