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Meet Our Team

Sankalp Foundation is a grassroots organization committed to transforming the educational and career trajectories of first-generation learners from marginalized communities. With a vision of fostering grassroots leadership and enabling social mobility, Sankalp works to ensure equitable access to quality education and career opportunities for Dalit, Bahujan, Adivasi, Nomadic Tribes, and other disadvantaged groups. Here's an overview of the programs run by the Sankalp Foundation:
Programs and Initiatives

1. Undergraduate Program

Objective:

Empower rural students from the Science, Arts, and Commerce streams to make informed career choices and gain access to premier institutions.

Process:

  • Awareness Workshops
  • Mentorship
  • Coaching

Impact:

  • Trained 700+ students in two years, helping them gain admission to reputed universities and fellowship programs.
  • Delivered personalized mentoring and career support to first-generation learners with vernacular educational backgrounds.

2. Postgraduate Program

Objective:

Guide rural graduates in pursuing advanced education opportunities and leadership roles in their chosen fields.

Process:

  • Focus on diverse professional domains, including Public Policy, Social Work, Development Studies, and STEM fields.
  • Facilitate mentorship for graduate admissions and scholarships.

Impact:

  • Enabled many students to join master’s programs in premier institutions and fellowships like the Young India Fellowship and Teach for India.

3. Fellowship Cohort

Objective:

Provide exposure to leadership opportunities through fellowships, enhancing their capacity to create social change.

Process:

  • Partner with development fellowship programs to place students in hands-on leadership roles.
  • Build a network of alumni who serve as role models and mentors for future cohorts.

Impact:

  • Over 100+ students have joined prestigious fellowships in the last two years.
  • Participants gain experience in grassroots development, equipping them with leadership skills and a sense of responsibility toward their communities.

4. Library Campaign

Objective:

Promote self-learning and intellectual growth by establishing accessible libraries in rural areas.

Process:

  • Set up libraries in remote villages with books covering diverse subjects.
  • Engage local communities to sustain and expand the libraries.

Impact:

  • Created multiple reading spaces that serve as hubs for knowledge-sharing and community-building.
  • Improved literacy rates and cultivated a culture of self-directed learning.

5. The Need for Overseas Education for Rural Marginalized Communities Students

Objective:

To empower rural marginalized communities' students by providing access to high-quality overseas education and equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure needed to drive personal and societal progress.

Process:

  • Identification and Selection
  • Identify deserving students from rural marginalized communities backgrounds through a transparent and merit-based process.
  • Prioritize candidates with academic potential and a commitment to community upliftment.
  • Capacity Building
  • Conduct orientation sessions to prepare students for cultural and academic transitions
  • Provide skill development programs such as language training, technology proficiency, and cross-cultural adaptability.
  • Financial Support
  • Facilitate scholarships, sponsorships, and loans to cover tuition, travel, and living expenses.
  • Mentorship and Guidance
  • Assign mentors to guide students through the application, admission, and visa processes.
  • Offer continuous support during their educational journey abroad.
  • Alumni Engagemen
  • Create a strong alumni network to foster knowledge sharing, mentorship, and collaboration among current and former beneficiaries.

Impact:

  • Individual Transformation
  • Students gain global perspectives, advanced knowledge, and critical skills, enhancing their career opportunities and personal growth.
  • Community Development
  • Graduates return as change agents, applying their education to drive socio-economic progress in their communities.
  • Breaking Barriers
  • This initiative dismantles systemic inequities, empowering marginalized students to achieve upward mobility
  • Inspiring Generations
  • Successful students become role models, encouraging others from rural areas to pursue higher education and dream beyond limitations
  • Amplifying Representation
  • Marginalized communities students contribute diverse voices and perspectives on global platforms, promoting inclusivity and equity worldwide.
  • By aligning with the Sankalp Foundation, we can bridge the educational divide, create pathways for empowerment, and unlock the potential of rural marginalized communities students to shape a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Why Sankalp Foundation's Programs Matter

Objective:

Empower rural students from the Science, Arts, and Commerce streams to make informed career choices and gain access to premier institutions.

Addressing Key Challenges:

  • Lack of Awareness:
  • Financial Constraints:
  • Gender Inequality:
  • Limited Mentoring Suppor:

Outcomes:

  • Clarity on Career Goals:
  • Social Mobility:
  • Grassroots Leadership:

Vision for the Future:

By 2030, Sankalp Foundation aims to make higher education accessible to 10,000 rural students, fostering an inclusive and equitable educational landscape in India. The organization strives to bridge the gap between marginalized communities and higher education, building a future where every student has the opportunity to achieve their potential.

Sankalp Foundation is more than an organization—it is a movement to empower first-generation learners to break free from systemic barriers, achieve academic excellence, and become leaders of tomorrow. Together, we are building a brighter, more inclusive India.