WHAT WE DO
ACT is a non-profit organisation based in Mumbai, India. We pledge to ‘Act to make a difference’ to marginalised children, youth, women and vulnerable communities whose lives are bogged down by poverty or distress and who lack the opportunity to access their full potential, get education or generate income. In India, women and children constitute more than 70% of the total population but they remain marginalised, poor and socially excluded, especially the weaker sections of our society. Our role as a civil society is to help fulfill their dreams of education, livelihood, inclusion, well-being and social justice.
CHILDREN'S EDUCATION PROJECTS
It is a unique after-school study support program and is currently being run at three ACT community centers. College students tutor needy students on a one-to-one basis, especially in the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science and Computers. Volunteers teach the children after school, twice or thrice a week for 1 – 2 hours to help improve their scholastic performance and if they successfully complete the minimum hours of service then they are awarded volunteer certificates.
ACT supports education for under-privileged girls from Std. 1 to 12 as well as professional graduate and post-graduate courses to empower them with the self-confidence and capacity required to ensure better lives for themselves. Education of girls lifts not only the individual but also her family, community and society. We invite donors to use their fortunate ability to create smiles and make a difference by supporting a girl child’s school education and help fulfil her dreams.
ACT works on strengthening capacity for education for vulnerable children from Std. 1 to 12 as well as professional graduate and post-graduate courses to empower them with the self-confidence and intelligence required to ensure better lives for themselves. After-school remedial classes have been conducted over the past few years in 13 centers across 15 most vulnerable villages in Dadra Nagar Haveli and in slum communities of Mumbai.
The program is a beacon of hope for the driver community, offering vital financial support beyond merely easing daily struggles. It serves as a bridge to opportunities, empowering families to dream bigger and achieve more. Among the many inspiring stories that emerge from this initiative is that of a young girl whose father, a dedicated driver, has always dreamed of a brighter future for her. This initiative underscores the transformative power of targeted support, helping young girls from underserved communities to rise above challenges, redefine possibilities, and inspire change for generations to come.
SOME STATISTICS
ABOUT CHILDREN’S EDUCATION IN INDIA
ACT'S IMPACT
5,774 CHILDREN IMPACTED TILL DATE
