ANNUAL REPORT 2012-13
MANAGEMENT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Micky Jagtiani – Founder Trustee
Poonam Lalvani – Managing Trustee
Anjali Raina – Trustee
Vinod Grover – Trustee
Nimo Punwani – Trustee
Indu Shahani - Trustee
AUDITORS
Muthu & Co., Chartered Accountants, Bangalore
LIFE OFFICES:
Registered Office – AD 64, 2nd street, AD Block, Anna Nagar, Chennai – 600040
Corporate Office – BB 1, Neelam Center, S.K. Ahire Marg, Worli, Mumbai – 400025
REGISTRATION NUMBER
80 – G DIT (E) no.2 (69)/2000-2001
TRUST DEED
Reg. No. 31/BK 4dated 26-01-2000
SUPPORTING DEED
Bk4 doc 2526/05
FCRA REGISTRATION NUMBER
083781126
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TRUSTEE SPEAK
“There has been so much to share in the annual report and it has taken us a very
long time to compile and collate most of what we do at LIFE Trust.
At this time ,every year, the entire team and I are both humbled and gratified at
the enormity and creativity that has gone into our programmes. I am happy to
share that all our programmes have been growing both vertically and
horizontally. From working in 49 MCGM secondary schools, we have now
increased our reach to 145 secondary schools. Within these schools, we have
added more projects to make learning exhilarating.
We have signed an MOU with the Commissioner Integrated Child Development
Scheme, for working in all the 5000 angawadis in Mumbai, but we will be
limiting ourselves to 1200. This year I hope to continue expanding this
programme, which has for reaching impact on the women, children and the
communities.
This year, in addition to our focus on education and women empowerment, we
have added healthcare to our projects. It is our constant endeavour to improve our
quality and delivery of services to our beneficiaries.
The LIFE Trust board has added two more Trustees and I am proud to welcome
Mr Nimoo Punwani and Dr Indu Shahani on the board.”
Blessed are those who are given an opportunity to serve unconditionally. I am
blessed to have a great team to work with, supportive donors and volunteers and
wonderful and caring partners!
Good Luck & God Bless,
Poonam Lalvani
‘The power of God is with you at all times; through the activities of mind, senses,
breathing, and emotions; and is constantly doing all the work using you as a mere
instrument.” – Bhagwad Gita
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INDEX
1.
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………….5
2.
LIFE – MAIN PROGRAMMES……………………………………………...6
3.
4.
5.
6.
THE SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME……………………….8
SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES UNDER SDP…………………………. …10
COUNSELLING PROJECT……………………………………………….. 18
IMPACT OF SDP…………………………………………………………… 24
7.
STAFF TRAINING WORKSHOPS……………………………………… .25
8. CHILD CARE CENTRE PROGRAMME………………………………… 28
9. ACTIVITIES UNDER CCC………………………………………………... 32
10. IMPACT OF THE CCC PROGRAMME…………………………………. 41
11. ROSHNI……………………………………………………………………... 44
12. INTERVENTIONS UNDER ROSHNI…………………………………....46
13. EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES UNDER ROSHNI…………………………49
14. CASE STUDIES……………………………………………………………....50
15. TESTIMONIALS…………………………………………………………….52
16. BANGALORE BEATS……………………………………………………....59
17. LIFE PATSHALAS………………………………………………………….. 61
18. SCHOOL AT CONSTRUCTION SITE…………………………………... 68
19. CHENNAI……………………………………………………………………. 70
20. PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS………………………….. 71
21. CELEBRATING LIFE……………………………………………………….. 72
22. VOLUNTEERING AT LIFE TRUST……………………………………….80
23. LIFE DATELINE…………………………………………………………….. 81
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT………………………………… 84
DETAILS OF THE BOARD…………………………………………………84
OUR SUPPORTERS………………………………………………………….85
LIST OF DONORS…………………………………………………………. .85
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS…………………………………………………. 87
CONTACT US………………………………………………………………. .88
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INTRODUCTION
LIFE Trust is a public charitable Trust that collaborates with the Government to
introduce various programmes at the school and pre-school level. We work to
improve the quality and accountability of the education system for the lesser
privileged children. We work with schools of the Municipal Corporation of Greater
Mumbai and Anganwadis operating under the Integrated Child Development
Scheme, (Ministry of Women and Child Welfare)
Following a partnership with Orphanages and Observation Homes of “The
Children’s Aid Society”, we now reach out to support children who are destitute,
deviant or court committed. Educational and value-based enrichment programmes
are conducted for them and cultural functions are celebrated with them to boost
their morale.
We believe that every child should have the right to explore his talents and chase his
dreams, and he can only do so if provided with a platform and environment for
growth and development.
LIFE Trust also works for the empowerment and skill development of women in the
community and reaches out to anganwadi sevikas and adolescent girls under this
programme.
VISION
To make ‘School-Chalo’ the mantra of every child in India.
MISSION
To partner and support the Public School System along with other agencies and
likeminded individuals in improving the quality of education through creative and
effective programmes.
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LIFE - MAIN PROGRAMMES
OVERVIEW
SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMME
CHILD CARE CENTRE
PROGRAMME
"ROSHNI" - A PROGRAMME
FOR ORPHANAGES AND
OBSERVATION HOMES
"LIFE PATSHALAS" BANGALORE
"OUR HOME" - CHENNAI
School Development Programme:In partnership with the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, LIFE Trust works
with 10 MCGM secondary schools in F and G ward. LIFE Trust has reached out to
around 10736 secondary school students in 2012-2013
Child Care Centres:In partnership with the ICDS (Integrated Child Development Scheme, Government
Of India), LIFE Trust monitors and supports 744 Anganwadis (Pre-Schools) for 3
years to 6 years in the slums of Bandra, Dharavi, Shivri, Wadala and Chembur.
Skill Development and Women Empowerment:Adolescent girls and women groups are formed within the community, and our LIFE
coaches conduct workshops on LIFE skills, Vocational Training, Career Counselling
and parental guidance in the slums of Dharavi, Shivri, Wadala and Bandra.
ROSHNI
In May 2012, LIFE Trust started its latest project “Roshni”, as part of its partnership
with Observation Homes of The Children’s Aid Society. The Children’s Aid Society
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is an umbrella organisation that has nine institutions working for the enrichment
and shelter of children.
Under this project, LIFE Trust has entered into a partnership with two such
institutions, the Umerkhadi Observation Home and the David Sassoon Industrial
School. The Umerkhadi Observation Home houses children who are abandoned and
/or delinquent and the David Sassoon Industrial School is a treatment centre for
deviant children. In both these institutions, LIFE Trust seeks to improve the morale
of these boys and girls and enhance and unleash their creative talent. This is done by
conducting educational as well as extra-curricular programs for them.
“LIFE PATSHALAS”, Bangalore – Under this programme, LIFE Trust educates
urban out of school children.
“OUR HOME”, Chennai – For the past 13 years, LIFE Trust has provided a loving
refuge for 24 destitute children, who have blossomed into young adults and are
currently pursuing high school.
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THE SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
(SDP)
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The School Development Program for the academic year June 2012 to
May 2013 focused on the following objectives:
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To facilitate and promote Conversational English skills amongst the students
of Std V to X
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To provide remedial assistance and tutorials in Math to students of Std VIII to
Std X.
To impart Computer skills to students of Std V to Std IX
To promote mental health awareness in Schools, follow up on drop out cases
and conduct Career Counseling along with Aptitude tests for students of Std
X
To promote the development of values and personality through an Outreach
Program conducted in each of the 49 Secondary Municipal schools of Mumbai
To provide opportunities for extracurricular activities in schools- Karate,
Yoga, excursions, art competitions, monthly awareness programmes,
interactions with sponsors and beneficiaries
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SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES UNDER THE SDP
CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH CLASSES
At LIFE Trust, we have observed that knowledge of English seems to provide
tremendous benefits to the children in the form of heightened levels of confidence,
aspirations, and a means of livelihood. Taking this into account, LIFE Trust has
developed programs to teach English and encourage conversational English skills
amongst the students in municipal schools.
In the academic year 2012-2013, the broad objectives of the Conversational English
Team were:
To give students an opportunity to listen to spoken English
To help students to comprehend English through use of worksheets on
English Grammar and Comprehension
To make English learning fun and interesting
Enhancing spoken and writing skills
Enhanced focus on correct use of grammar and pronunciation
Conducting remedial classes to encourage slow learners
Impact- Knowledge of English has drastically improved the overall personality of
these children and made them more confident in daily social activities.
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MATHS TUTORIALS
The Maths Team has been instrumental in helping the Std X students to improve their
scores at the Board examinations. The LIFE coaches used a selective study approach as
well as practice sheets to help students master what they had learnt. Regular sessions
were conducted during school days and also during vacations. LIFE Trust has also used
visual aids for conducting higher level Maths.
Our LIFE Coaches have observed the following areas of improvement in the students:
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An increased sense of seriousness with assigned homework.
Better time management.
Students are less hesitant to approach the Math Coaches with any difficulties.
12 Students of Globe Mill School attended remedial classes for Maths.
Impact
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Students complete their homework on time.
They are showing improvement in calculations.
Students are now able to solve word problems better.
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COMPUTER CLASSES
Computer Education is one of the pillars of the School Development Programme.
We are grateful to our donors for coming forward to provide computers at most of
the schools. The students were taught the use and components of the computer as
well as programs such as MS Word, Paint, Excel, MS Office. Both theory and
practical sessions were conducted for the students of Std V to Std X. Regular tests
were conducted for evaluation and progress and the Computer coach made the
classes interesting for the students.
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KARATE CLASSES
In order to bring about the all round development of children, LIFE Trust conducts
Karate classes for the students of VII-X. Karate aids physical and emotional
development of children and boosts their stamina.
565 students attended karate classes in the current year. LIFE Trust also conducted a
Karate competition for them where the winners were given models in gold, silver and
bronze.
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MONTHLY AWARENESS PROGRAMME/EXTRA
CURRICULUM TEACHING (MAP)
The Monthly Awareness Programme aims to educate children on topics that are
relevant but outside the school curriculum. Every month a new topic is introduced
and activities are conducted on the same. In the academic year 2012-2013, the
children were taught about the states of India. Every month, a new state was
introduced and the students were encouraged to prepare charts and models on the
same. This year, activities were conducted on Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab,
Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Kerala, West Bengal and Assam.
IMPACT
The Monthly Awareness Programme ensures that the students of the municipal schools
are aware of the different states in India and the geography, physical features, agriculture,
climate, festivals, food and culture of all these states. MAP allows them to learn by doing.
Moreover, each activity teaches them a good amount of planning, organization skills,
team work and time management. MAP has motivated them to create and design new
things every month which encourages them to be creative and educates them at the same
time.
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SCHOOL OUTREACH PROGRAM
LIFE Trust conducts an “Outreach Program” for the students of 8th, 9th & 10th
standard in 49 Secondary MCGM schools in Mumbai. This year, the workshops
covered the following topics:
Health & Hygiene
Proud to be an Indian
Effective Study Habits
Goal setting
Career Counseling
Personality Development
Raksha Bandhan
Value Education
Workshops are conducted through power point presentations, and sessions
are followed by interactive quizzes. The career counseling sessions provided
students an understanding of viable career options after their board
examinations and offered guidance on the same. Aptitude tests were also
conducted to identify the students’ areas of interest.
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IMPACT
The student beneficiaries were very appreciative of these interventions. The
feedback from the School staff and authorities revealed how these programs
have made a qualitative difference to the student’s lives and value system.
The chart below shows the sessions conducted by the Outreach team for 8th10th Stds in the academic year 2012-2013 and the beneficiaries reached.
No of Beneficiaries per Topic in 2012-2013
14000
11721
12000
10000
7636
8000
6000
4000
5741
5101
4446
2377
2074
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2000
0
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED UNDER OUTREACH - 39096
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LIST OF SCHOOLS IN MUMBAI WHERE OUTREACH TEAM IS PRESENT
G.K MARG
GLOBE MILL SCHOOL
SANTACRUZ E
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DADAR WOOLLEN MILL
SHINDEWADI SCHOOL
KHER NAGAR SCHOOL
NO 1
CITY OF LOS ANGELES
PRABHADEVI SCHOOL
KHER NAGAR SCHOOL
NO 2
SHIWRI WADALA
GILDER LANE SCHOOL
IMAMWADA SCHOOL
WORLI SEA FACE
MOHAMMED UMER
RAJJB SCHOOL
J.R BMC SCHOOL
ABHUDHYA NAGAR
AGRIPADA SCHOOL
R.C MAHIM SCHOOL
SION SCHOOL
JAGANNATH SHANKAR
SETH SCHOOL
TARDEO BMC SCHOOL
N.M JOSHI SCHOOL
NEW LJ ROAD SCHOOL
DONGARI SCHOOL
RAMKRISHNA
PARAMHANS
MAHIM SECONDARY
SCHOOL
RAJAWADI SCHOOL
NEW SION SCHOOL
KALBADEVI
CHUNABHATTI SCHOOL
MULUND SCHOOL
AMBEDKAR SCHOOL
MULUND SECONDARY
SCHOOL
VIKHROLI SCHOOL
BYCULLA WEST
SCHOOL
BYCULLA EAST
SECONDARY SCHOOL
NAREPARK BMC
SECONDARY SCHOOL
NAGPADA BMC
SECONDARY SCHOOL
S.G BARVE NAGAR
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ERANGAL BMC
SCHOOL
L. K. WAGHTI
SECONDARY SCHOOL
VILE PARLE E DIXIT
SCHOOL
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“COUNSELLING PROJECT”
Why is Counselling Needed?
Students are unable to
share their feelings and
emotions with significant
others.
Low socioeconomic
background
Why
Group sessions - to
introspect students
issues.
Catharsis
The Counselling Process
Observation
Rapport &
Case History
Referrals
How
Psychotherapies
&Follow Ups
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Psychometric
Tests
LIFE Trust conducts an ongoing counseling programme for the students of the BMC
schools and orphanages.
Our team of counselors conducts individual counseling sessions, group sessions and
pneumonic techniques to identify deep rooted mental and emotional problems in
these children.
Issues are resolved through informal chat sessions and relaxation techniques and
awareness is generated through workshops. These workshops ensure that the
children are well informed, aware and in a position to protect themselves.
Following our partnership with Government Children’s Homes and Observation
Homes, we have also extended our counseling services to these institutions.
Our Objectives:
To conduct programs and activities for the promotion of Mental Health amongst the
students of the BMC schools
To identify students with behavioral problems and counsel them so as to bring about
positive change.
To conduct training programs for teachers and parents so as to bring about a greater
awareness for the early identification of learning or behavioral problems.
To counsel, coach and mentor the boys and girls of our partner institutions, orphanages
and observation homes.
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TYPES OF COUNSELLING
1. BEHAVIOURAL COUNSELLING
Problems of aggression, ADHD, anxiety, poor academic performance are
some of the more common problems addressed by the Counselors. Group
sessions were conducted on “Good Touch, Bad Touch”, “I Me Myself”,
“Communication skills”, “Time Management”, “Value Education”,
“Peacekeeping”. Interactions with the staff, Supervisors/ HM and parents
facilitated behavioral change and motivation in the students. The Counselors
also conducted awareness sessions for teachers on learning disabilities in
students and addressed parent meetings. Sessions were also conducted on
“Understanding Self” for adolescent girls in the communities where LIFE
Trust works.
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2. CAREER COUNSELING
As part of the Career Counseling programme, The Differential Aptitude
Test (DAT) was conducted this quarter for the tenth standard students at our
10 adopted BMC schools. The DAT is an aptitude test that is designed to
assess crucial aspects of intellectual functioning such as abstract reasoning
ability, language ability, processing speed, mechanical insight that help to
identify suitable career options after the tenth standard. This test was
conducted for 1150 students this year and was followed by counseling and
career guidance sessions.
Achievements
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Students who have been counseled are showing improvement in behavior.
The teachers have appreciated the group and individual sessions.
The parents have been involved in the results of the DAT test.
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3. REMEDIAL SESSIONS
4. PNEUMONIC TECHNIQUES AND GAMES
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5. DIFFERENTIAL APTITUDE TEST
The DAT Cycle
Differential Aptitude
Test
Testing
(Conducting
7 tests)
Evaluation of
1135 Students
Parents
Meeting
Individual Sessions for
Career Guidance
BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED BY DAT - 1150
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IMPACT OF THE SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
18000
39096
16000
14000
12000
10000
8000
6744
6000
2000
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3305
4000
2285
755
565
900
1754
1172
0
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED BY SDP– 56,576
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STAFF TRAINING
Workshop on Soft Skills Training
On 7th July 2012, a training workshop was conducted by Ms. Rekha Jagasia for the
LIFE coaches on “Classroom Management”. Valuable teaching tips were shared with
the LIFE Coaches on classroom management, information sharing, ways to bring out
leadership skills in students, encouraging reading, indoor games and use of audio
visual aids in the classroom.
Workshop on Team Building
On 7th July 2012, the Training and Development Team from LIFESTYLE conducted a
workshop for LIFE Trust staff on “Team Building.” After a brainstorming session, a
balloon blowing competition was conducted where members had to blow as many
balloons as possible within a specified time frame and then form a tower with them.
At the end, the Trainers assessed the effectiveness of the strategy adopted by each of
the three teams to fulfil the task and shared their suggestions for improvement.
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Workshop on Thanksgiving and Forgiveness
In the month of February, LIFE Trust conducted a training workshop for its staff
members on “Thanksgiving and Forgiveness.” The session was conducted by
resource person, Ms Anuradha Karegar, of Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Short
exercises and games were conducted on the topic and staff members were taught the
importance of forgiveness in order to lead a fulfilled life.
Workshop on Workplace Ethics
On 25th of December, LIFE Trust organised a workshop on “Workplace Ethics” for
the staff. The session was conducted by Ms. Anuradha Karigar, Resource person
from Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Brainstorming and role plays were conducted
and the staff shared their experiences.
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Workshop on Project Management
On 8th May 2013, a workshop on Project Management was conducted for LIFE Trust
staff by Ms Mayuri Mistry. Group discussions and activities were part of the
training.
Additional workshops attended:
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Workshop on Social Media for NGOs by Centre for Advancement of
Philanthropy
Workshop on Fund raising by Guidestar India.
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CHILD CARE CENTRE PROGRAMME
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QUALITATIVE IMPACT OF THE CCC
Enhanced
knowledge and
capacity of
Anganwadi
Teachers
Higher school
enrollments
Women
empowerment
through vocational
training skills
Increased
enrollment of
children in
Anganwadis
Enhanced
participation of
Anganwadi
children
Improvement in
teaching
methods
Positive
attitudinal change
in teachers
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Improved
punctuality and
participation of
Anganwadi
Teachers
LIFE Trust has been monitoring 744 anganwadis in Bandra, Dharavi, Sewri, and
Wadala catering to more than 20,000 children in the communities. This year, in
collaboration with the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS), under
Ministry of Women and Child Development, LIFE Trust got the license to work with
an additional 150 anganwadis in Chembur, making the total number of anganwadis
to 894. Under this Scheme, LIFE Trust impacts children, adolescent girls and women
(mothers and Sevikas)
Currently, LIFE Trust is working with 1788 Anganwadi teachers (Sevikas) and
helpers (Madatnis.) LIFE Trust also conducts monthly teacher training programs and
workshops on various topics including Early Childhood Care, Classroom
Management, Preventive Health Care, Nutrition, Child Rights and Women’s
Rights. Training sessions are also conducted on ‘Life skills’ and vocational skills for
adolescent girls in the communities to create awareness in family health and hygiene
and to enhance employability skills.
OBJECTIVES:
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To lay the foundation for proper physical, social and emotional development
of children in the slums of Mumbai.
To ensure the effectiveness and outcomes of the Integrated Child
Development Scheme.
To lay the foundation for proper physical, social and emotional development
of children in the slums of Mumbai.
To equip the Anganwadi teachers with skills that will provide an enriching
environment for the development of the children
To provide training to the Anganwadi teachers for their professional growth
and development.
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CCC Overview
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Strengthening of ICDS system for quality in service delivery &
advocacy: LIFE Trust has developed and facilitated trainings for
Anganwadi Teachers (Sevikas) and Helpers (Madatnis). LIFE Trust
monitors the day to day activities of the ICDS centers or Anganwadis
through regular visits to the anganwadis and the musters. Meetings were
held with ICDS commissioners and they were given a detailed overview
of activities undertaken by LIFE Trust. LIFE Trust has conducted
meetings with ICDS Supervisors and CDPOs of Dharavi, Bandra,
Sewree, Wadala, Chembur, Govandi and Shivaji Nagar where Life
Trust’s work was discussed and issues were highlighted. Information has
also been collected to start work on new projects.
Conducted the SCHOOL READY programme for 500 anganwadi
children to facilitate higher school enrolment in Dharavi, Bandra and
Sewri-Wadala communities.
Women Empowerment through Vocational Training – Through this
programme, LIFE Trust provides vocational training to youth and
women.
Generating awareness through Workshops- LIFE Trust has conducted
adolescent girls meetings, where trainings have been conducted on
career guidance, importance of education, group formation activities,
health and hygiene and gender awareness under the SABLA programme.
Generating Health awareness through cancer detection camps- Meetings
were held with the Cancer Aid Society. Cancer detection camps were held
in Bandra for over 200 anganwadi Sevikas.
ACTIVITIES UNDER CCC – 2012-13
1. Teacher Training Programmes
Teacher Training Programmes were conducted to enhance the teachers’ capacity and
knowledge, to equip them with the necessary skills to develop interesting teaching
aids and facilitate experiential learning amongst the children.
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Action Songs and Story Telling
Early Childhood Care Education
Role of a Teacher
Learning through Play
Emotional Disturbances in Children
Bonding
Communicating With Children
Preschool Hygiene Habits
Value Education
Science experiments
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 4600
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Break-up of beneficiaries per Training Session
700
573 569
570
600
500
393 366
400
607
532
401 425
300
200
164
100
0
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2. Skill Development of Adolescent Girls
Topics
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Introduction and Orientation to LIFE Trust
Introduction:- Fears, Expectations And Objectives
Girls Experiences : A Sharing
Life Cycle
Home And Family
Sex And Gender
Hopes, Dreams And Aspirations
Good Touch Bad Touch
Health and Hygiene
Leadership Skills
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED – 2856
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Break-up of Beneficiaries per Training Session
500
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
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489
455
333
237 209
278
344
266
172
73
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3. Meetings and Workshops with Anganwadi Parents
Topics
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Orientation about the ICDS, LIFE Trust and Vocational Training
Parenting Skills
THR
Early Childhood Education
Emotional Disturbances in Children
Bonding
Preschool Hygiene Habits
Communicating With Children
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 2381
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No of Beneficiaries per Parenting session
554
600
500
400
300
200
380
376
311
170
417
183
100
0
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4. Cancer Awareness Camps
October is known worldwide as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and LIFE Trust
successfully completed a comprehensive Cancer check up for 200 Anganwadi
Sevikas on 13th and 20th of October 2012. The health camps included a host of tests
such as a complete blood count, ENT profile, Chest X-Rays, a general physical
examination, gynecological investigation, breast examination and a Pap smear test.
This initiative was targeted towards early detection and treatment of silent killers
like Cancer and Tuberculosis. Sadly, these women, who are educators to
underprivileged children, are ignorant about their own health and diseases that are
rampant in the community. This initiative marked LIFE Trust’s foray into generating
healthcare awareness and was conducted in the backdrop of studies that revealed
that the incidence of breast cancer is likely to double by 2025 in the city of Mumbai
alone.
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5. The “SCHOOL READY” Programme
In 2012, LIFE Trust initiated a three month long “School Ready” programme for its
anganwadi children. The programme included a range of activities designed for
children who are about to enter formal school. More than 500 children from the
slums of Bandra, Dharavi, Chembur and Wadala attended the programme. Pre tests
were conducted to assess aptitude and sessions were conducted on “Days of the
week”, “colours”, “fruits” in Hindi, Marathi and English. The children were taught
educational songs, nursery rhymes and games to enhance fine motor skills.
Storytelling and Role Plays were also conducted for the children.
Impact
The School Ready programme allowed individual attention to be given to the
children. The children learnt new concepts and songs and dance were weaved into
the curriculum that ensured that the children had a fun time. The key objective of
this programme was to act as a refresher for children and facilitate a higher school
enrollment.
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED – 500
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6. Vocational Training and Women Empowerment
Rakhi making
Diya making
Paper bag making
“Jagran” – A workshop on the ill-effects of superstition
Health Awareness Programme
Cancer Awareness Programme
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
663
228
283
200
279
98
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TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 1751
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IMPACT OF THE CHILD CARE CENTRE PROJECT FROM 2012-2013
35000
32822
30000
25000
20000
15000
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10000
4600
5000
3115
2856
989
883
0
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED – 46,551
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BENEFICIARIES REACHED THROUGH EVENTS UNDER THE CCC
PROJECT
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517
594
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98
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TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 2312
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“ROSHNI”
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In April-May 2012, LIFE Trust entered into a partnership with BJ Home orphanage
and The Children Aid’s Society. The Children’s Aid Society is an umbrella
organisation that has nine institutions working for the enrichment and shelter of
children. LIFE Trust has entered into a partnership with two of such institutions, the
Umerkhadi Observation Home and the David Sassoon Industrial School. The
Umerkhadi Observation Home houses children who are abandoned and /or
delinquent and aims to bring positive change in their behaviour. The David Sassoon
Industrial School is a treatment centre for deviant children and works to correct
underlying character and behaviour problems in them.
Following this partnership, LIFE Trust has been supporting them by conducting
educational as well as extra-curricular programs for them and offering support as
and when required. Some of these programmes are:
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Educational programmes – Workshops on Maths, Value Education, Life skills
such as communication skills, anger management, health and hygiene,
“Proud to be Indian”, dramatics and Role Plays.
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Cultural functions – Raksha bandhan celebration at Umerkhadi, Kite Flying
on Sankranti, food distribution, Christmas party at Umerkhadi, Uniform cloth
distribution at David Sassoon Industrial School.
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Extracurricular activities – Yoga, karate and art and craft workshops
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INTERVENTIONS UNDER ROSHNI IN 2012-2013
1. Conversational English classes –
Learn for LIFE CDs 1,2,3
Alphabets, vowels and nouns
Myself
Framing questions and making sentences
Manners and discipline
Magic words
2. Maths practice
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication & Division
Fraction
Ascending and Descending order
Practise Sheets
Types of numbers – Real numbers, Whole numbers, Natural numbers
3. Value Education/Life Skills
Health & Hygiene
Effective Study Habits
Proud to be an Indian
Leadership - Factors of leadership, Types of leadership, myths and
developing attitudes.
Team Work
Communication Skills
Geography lessons – Universe, Planets and stars.
Nutrition- Good eating habits
4. Art and Craft
Rakhi making
Paper Bag making
Diya making
Greeting cards
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5. Computer education
MS Office- Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Notepad.
6. Extra Curricular/Sports
Prayer, Yoga and meditation
7. Games – Kho Kho, Cricket and Volley ball.
Cricket Tournament match
Memory games
Motivational movies – “I am Kalam” and “Swades”
8. Events and cultural functions
Raksha Bandhan Celebrations
Kite Flying on Sankranti day
Christmas Party
Sports Day
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ACTIVITY-WISE BENEFICIARIES OF ROSHNI IN 2012-2013
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TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 2975
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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES UNDER ROSHNI
1. Workshops/Vacation Classes – In the month of April-May 2012, LIFE Trust
conducted an enrichment program for the children of an observation home of
“The Children’s Aid Society” as well as an orphanage “BJ Home for
Children.” The School Development Team at LIFE Trust conducted daily
sessions for the children on Conversational English, Maths, Personality
development, Value Education and Computers.
2. Workshop– In the month of November, the LIFE Coaches conducted a month
long programme for the boys and girls of LIFE Trust’s partner institutions,
DSIS and Umerkhadi Observation Home. Total 123 students between 2nd-10th
standard attended this programme. Sessions were conducted on
Conversational English, Maths, Value Education and Time Management.
Workshops were conducted on “preparation of nutritious food”, hairstyling
for the girls, health and hygiene and making decorative paper bags. Role
plays and games were also organized and our LIFE coaches ensured that the
boys were involved and enjoyed themselves.
3. Christmas Party – On 11th December, LIFE Trust donated blankets and sweets
to the girls at Umerkhadi and Asha Sadan Observation Homes. A Christmas
party was arranged for the girls.
4. Counseling – Individual and group counseling sessions are conducted from
time to time by our team of counselors. Group sessions, pneumonic
techniques are used to identify deep rooted mental and emotional problems
in these children. Issues are resolved through informal chat sessions and
relaxation techniques and awareness is generated through workshops.
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Case Studies
Akram Shaikh, 11 years,
CLA School, Std VI
10th July 2012
(Beneficiary of the SDP Project)
Akram was referred to the Counsellor as a child who was disinterested in
studies, irregular in school and very slow in writing. His father is a beedi
seller, his mother is a housewife and he has 5 siblings. In the first session,
our counsellor engaged in an ice breaking exercise to make him feel
comfortable before she administered a personality/cognitive test to the child.
After that, a brief case history was taken from the child where she asked him
about his family, his brothers and sisters and his hobbies. He also shared that
he felt jealous of his younger brother, who he felt, got all the attention from
the family. The counsellor observed him in class and felt that the boy was
mischievous and disturbed his classmates and took very long to finish any
task assigned. After 3 counselling sessions, the counsellor administered the
diagnostic techniques on the boy.
IMPACT
At the end of the remediation strategy, it was observed that Akram was less
distracted in class, took a little more interest in his studies and did not
disturb his classmates.
Faizan Khan Pathan, 14 yrs
CLA School,
3rd Sept 2012-10-06
(Beneficiary of the SDP Project)
Faizan was referred to the counsellor for being very aggressive, getting easily
angry or upset and a lack of control on his temper, and a total lack of interest
in his studies.
Faizan interacted with the counsellor and told her that he had been sent to a
hostel for a few years where he was beaten up by the hostel in charge. He
said that he received a beating often and that he did not want to study but
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wanted to start earning since his family was facing financial troubles. The
counsellor conducted a session exclusively with the boy’s parents and a case
history was taken from them. His mother said that his behaviour had
changed and he had become very aggressive.
IMPACT
The counsellor tried to psychoeducate the boy, and explained to him the
advantages and disadvantages of education. Much later, he walked up to her
himself that said that he would consider reforming his behaviour and would
give it a serious thought.
Ram Thapa Chaudhuri, 17 yrs
David Sassoon Industrial Home
(Beneficiary of the Roshni project)
Was brought to David Sassoon for complaints of robbery, partial murder,
theft. He confided in the counsellor and told her that he started getting into
crime because he wanted money. He became aggressive owing to pent up
emotions. He murdered people for money. He had lost both his parents and
had subsequently run away from home because he was ill treated by his
brothers. He was willing to share his problems with the counsellor and was
seen to experience pain while relating his story. Counsellor had to stop the
session owing to acting out tendencies. Counsellor tried to psychoeducate the
boy and to develop empathy in him asked him to imagine himself in a
situation where one of his family members was murdered. This made him
think and then counsellor used REBT therapy to make him realise whether
any goal was achieved by committing such crimes. The counsellor explained
to him that such meaningless acts of aggression did not help him but only
landed him in trouble.
When his belief was being disputed, it was observed there was a new feeling
developing in him .He reported that he believed that he was wrong.
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TESTIMONIALS
Here are some words of appreciation from our volunteers and beneficiaries!
Volunteers from St Xavier’s College
Michael Dantas
“Working at LIFE Trust was a great experience, and a huge eye –opener. The
children at the municipal schools were happy, happy because they lived in denial
and believed that their life was good and future was bright. They didn’t care about
their studies or anything in general. So, getting them to learn a language, that was
relatively new to them, was a difficult job. However, there were some students who
were good and interested to learn but they suffered due to the other children. Owing
to the LIFE Trust LIFE coach, our programme was completed with ease. We are
grateful to her and LIFE Trust for this experience.!”
Adolescent girls, Wadala, on workshop conducted on “Good Touch, Bad Touch”
Pushpanjali, 15 years, - “From this workshop, I have learnt ways to be safe at all
times. I must keep everyone at home informed about my whereabouts and also ask
for help whenever in trouble of any sort. If I experience sexual advances from
anyone, I should not be afraid but inform my mother or any other elders at home.”
Adolescent girl on workshop on “Value Education”
Sheikh Sakina, 13 years – “I enjoyed the workshop and the role play. I have learnt
that it is important to be polite and respectful towards elders at home.”
Adolescent girls on Vocational Training –
Kajal Sharma – “I liked the training. It was nice for the girls. We came to know how
girls can work and play freely without any discrimination.”
Jyoti Jha – “From this training, I have learnt that I must never underestimate myself
and always be proud of who I am. I promise to study hard and become independent
one day and make my parents proud.”
Pooja – “This workshop has taught us about life and identity. We must not lose
confidence in ourselves and be proud of who we are. At home, the mother is the
most important figure and we must try to make her feel happy and appreciated at all
times.
Workshop on Health and Hygiene
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Sunita Kamble, Anganwadi Teacher – “We have learnt how to stay clean at all
times so that we are free from disease. Thank you LIFE Trust for arranging this for
us.”
Workshop on Communication Skills
Sandhya Dhumal – “We learnt about ways to communicate with children through
play so that they are interested and give back a response.”
Workshop on Bonding for Anganwadi Helpers
Sujata Kamble – “We learnt the importance of family bonding at home. A few good
games were arranged for us and we enjoyed them very much.”
Workshop on Relationships
Sabiha Asif Sheikh – “Today we learnt about the importance of relationships. A
role play was also performed that we enjoyed a lot. We were taught how to keep and
maintain good relations with people around us. We are very grateful to Sadiya and
Muskan of LIFE Trust for conducting this programme for us.”
Workshops at DSIS
Rajkumar, DSIS – “We are grateful to LIFE Trust for conducting a picnic for us. We
really enjoyed it very much. We also enjoy learning English grammar and Maths. We
are happy to learn from the LIFE coaches and we wish they come to teach us every
day.”
Shiv Kumar – “Due to Amol Sir’s teaching, we enjoy learning Maths. Now we
understand equations much better.”
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Testimonials of our work from our partner institution, DSIS
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Thank You Notes from our Beneficiaries
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BANGALORE BEATS
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In line with our vision to make “School Chalo” the mantra of every child in India,
from 2010-11, LIFE Trust Bangalore is focusing on educating marginalized urban
school dropouts from the migratory population living in slums, hutment areas and on
construction sites, through non-formal education along with nutrition, medical
facility and facilitating re entry into the public school system. The projects are
implemented in partnership with Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) and the private
sector. Currently, LIFE Trust Bangalore is working on two projects.
Tent School Program – LIFE Patshalas
JMC School at Construction Site
LIFE Patshalas – Under “Tent School” Program of SSA, LIFE Trust educates urban
out of school children. LIFE Trust is complementing the efforts of SSA by making the
school more effective, enjoyable and to reduce dropout rates by way of providing
better infrastructure, trained teachers, teaching materials, etc. LIFE Trust is the only
partner to sign a MOU with SSA at district level to set up Tent Schools in Bangalore
South.
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ACTIVITIES AT THE TENT SCHOOLS/LIFE PATHSHALAS FROM
2012-2013
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LIFE Trust currently manages 6 Tent schools or LIFE Patshalas in Bangalore.
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Teachers at the LIFE Pathshalas use the Nali- Kali approach to teach the
children. Learning takes place systematically in groups organized according to
age wise competencies in an interactive manner.
LIFE Trust provides snacks to the children and the Midday meal is provided
by the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan.
In the first week of June 2012, total 25 children from the LIFE Pathshalas have
been admitted to a regular Government school.
On 21st May 2012, a new LIFE Pathshala with 100 children was started at
Bairehalli.
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On 14th July 2012, an awareness session was conducted for teachers at LIST.
The session was conducted on health and hygiene, personal hygiene, hygiene
for women, hygiene for children, immunization and nutrition for children and
family planning methods.
 In July, a training session for teachers was also conducted on handling school
accounts and reports.
 On 21st July 2012, a teachers training programme was conducted on First Aid by
Indian Red Cross Society.
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 Weekly medical check-ups are conducted for the children at the Tent schools.
 On 2nd August 2012, Rakshabandhan was celebrated in all the schools. The
Students tied rakhis (sacred thread) to each other, to signify the bond of love
and protection among them. The students at Shirke school and Bairohalli
school put up wonderful performances.
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Health Camps were conducted by Primary Health Centre in Kengeri. Along
with the medical officer around 5 postgraduate Medical students from KIMS
also conducted the check up. Medicines and immunization was provided to
the children.
Independence Day was celebrated at all the schools. Flag hoisting was
conducted and games were arranged for the children.
On 3rd September 2012, a new school was started at Kadugodi (near
Whitefield) with 30 children. The premises have been provided by Shobha
Construction Company.
On 27th September 2012, a new school was started at Kommaghatta with 49
children.
On 5th of September, “Teachers Day” was celebrated at all the schools. Gifts
were distributed to all the teachers on behalf of Lifestyle.
RK Foundation donated toys, stationery and cloth for new-borns.
Approximately 78 new born babies were identified from the construction sites
and communities in and around the tent schools and the cloth was distributed
to them. Toys were distributed to the schools.
IGATE foundation donated books to our Tent schools.
Monthly Health Camps were conducted in all the schools by the doctors from
Primary Health Centre. Medication and immunization was given to the
children.
On 22nd September 2012, a Health Camp was also conducted at JMC School
site.
Schools at the JMC site have been shifted to a new premise.
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Details of all our school children have been sent to the SSA to be entered into
their online child tracking system.
In October 2012, a training session was organized for teachers in conducting
games and fun activities with the children. The session was conducted by two
volunteers from iVolunteer, an ngo that connects individuals with
organizations to facilitate sharing of skills, passion and time in a meaningful
way.
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In November, Children’s Day was celebrated at all the LIFE
Pathshalas. Sports and cultural competitions were conducted and
prizes were given away to the winners. A new school was opened at
Kadugodi Patalamma Layout.
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On 22nd of December, Christmas celebrations were held at the LIFE
Pathshalas where the children put up a cultural event.
In January, volunteers visited the LIFE Patshalas. A meeting with
parents was also held here.
A Teachers meeting was conducted on the issue of “Child Rights”.
LIFE Trust Bangalore donated clothes to adolescent girls in the
community.
A feedback session was conducted with the parents to determine the
way forward.
The Best NGO Award
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Republic Day was celebrated at KR Puram Government college on
Republic day, where LIFE Trust Bangalore received the “Best NGO”
award from member of legislative assembly, Mr Nandish Reddy. This
was followed by a celebration at the Tent schools.
The Awardees at the event
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Following collaboration with ISKON, the 2 new LIFE Patshalas are now
getting midday meals.
LT received 500 notebooks from i-Volunteer. Employees from IBM and NDS
volunteered at JMC School.
In February, An Art and Craft workshop was conducted for the Tent school
teachers, to help prepare them for the upcoming Summer camp.
LIFE Trust Bangalore is conducting talks on the possibility of a partnership
with Government schools in Bangalore. The places visited included
Government Higher primary schools where surveys were conducted to do a
need assessment.
LIFE Trust Bangalore participated in the TCS 10k marathon, a promotion and
fundraising opportunity for NGOs.
LIFE Trust Bangalore is now registered with “Bangalore Cares”, an
organization that works to support the social sector.
2 MSW students from Christ University volunteered at LIFE Trust Bangalore
and developed branding collateral.
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In March 2013, a summer camp was conducted at all the Tent schools.
Children learnt about art, craft, origami, dance and music. There was also a
movie screening on “Health and Hygiene”.
On 22nd March 2013, a new school was inaugurated at Kadugodi at the
Shobha labour camp. There are 60 children attending classes here.
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School @ Construction Site – Bangalore has seen a huge spurt in construction
and workers from all over India come to work here. However, there are no
facilities for imparting education to the children of these workers who come
from diverse migrant backgrounds. LIFE Trust, on its part, identifies these
children and provides them non-formal education, nutrition, medical facilities
and mentorship in order to inculcate good values. This is a low cost high
impact project that creates a win-win solution for children, their parents and
the developers of the site. Having school facilities at the site also provides an
advantage to construction companies as it provides them an opportunity to
do something meaningful for their workforce. In the process, they also earn
the reputation of being “socially responsible builders”.
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Events
SCHOOLS AT CONSTRUCTION SITE - On 15th August 2012,
Independence Day was celebrated at all the schools. A Flag hoisting was
conducted at the JMC school site. The children sang patriotic songs and
shouted slogans. Members of the Sahara association were present in the
event and they provided a wall clock for children. At the Shirke school site,
the event was organized by NCC Construction Company. All the workers
and children celebrated the event together.
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED IN BANGALORE - 1300
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CHENNAI
In the month of April, to celebrate the completion of their board examinations, the
children of “Our Home” in Chennai were taken on a short visit to Bangalore. After a
round of sightseeing, a Soft Skills training session was arranged for them at the
Landmark Institution for Skills training, where they were enlightened on Personal
Grooming, Life Skills and Basic Etiquette. A visit to the Aditya Birla CML Textile
factory enlightened the group on the stages in garment manufacturing. On 29 th April
2012, the Children visited The Heritage Centre & Aerospace Museum at Hindustan
Aeronautics Limited where they saw a rare display of aircrafts.
Our two boys have earned admission into a 5 year engineering programme, and our
nine girls have moved into standard 11- our toppers have been Muthulaxmi and
Kavita, scoring 96%. They have kept the LIFE banner flying high.
TOTAL BENEFICIARIES IMPACTED - 11
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LIFE PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS
In April 2011, LIFE Trust registered with Give India and Guide Star India. Give
India is a donation platform that allows people to support a cause of their choice
from about 200 NGOs. Give India has a very stringent listing criterion that insists on
transparency and credibility. GuideStar India provides information of over 1000
NGOs in India in an easy to search fashion to help users connect quickly
with organisation(s) working in the area of their choice. We hope that an association
with Guide star will help give a lot more visibility to LIFE Trust in the future.
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“CELEBRATING LIFE”
LIFE Events
“Back to School”
On the 15th of June 2012, our LIFE coaches decided to usher in the new academic
year on a cheerful note. They personally stood at the entrance of the schools with
banners and sweets to welcome the students in.
Eco friendly Ganpati Workshop
In August and September, LIFE Trust conducted a workshop on "Making an Eco
Friendly Ganpati" at its partner BMC schools in Mumbai. The children were taught
how to make Ganpatis using natural and biodegradable substances to encourage
them to love and protect their environment!
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Educational Excursion
In October 2012, an excursion was arranged for the students of the MCGM schools.
Total 1172 children were taken to Nehru Science Centre, which houses a host of
interactive science exhibits on a wide range of themes. The children were very happy
and enjoyed the day out of the classroom.
Workshop for Diwali
In November, a Diwali art and craft workshop was conducted for the children of the
MCGM schools where they were taught how to make colourful Diyas using glitter
and paint.
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Karate Competition @LIFE Trust
On 23rd January 2013, LIFE Trust organised a Karate competition for the students of
5 BMC schools in Mumbai. 50 students from the 7th and 8th standard participated
and the winners were awarded medals in gold, silver and bronze. The Community
Development Officer and Headmasters of the schools were present at the event and
LIFE Trust Managing Trustee, Poonam Lalvani distributed certificates of
participation to the boys and girls.
Annual Day celebrations@ Sewri Wadala School
On 25th of February 2013, LIFE Trust was part of a farewell programme conducted
for the tenth standard students of Shiwri Wadala school. The students and teachers
of the 9th and 10th standard attended the programme along with the Corporator of
the ward and LIFE Trust Managing Trustee. The students came up on stage to thank
their teachers and shared their experiences with the gathering. LIFE Trust
distributed calculators to all the students.
A Time for Celebration!
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In May and June 2012, LIFE Trust organised parties for the children of its partner
institutions, the BJ Home and David Sassoon Industrial Home to celebrate the
success of “ROSHNI”. A prayer dance was put up by the little boys of BJ Home and
LIFE Trust, on its part, distributed gifts and refreshments to them. Our Managing
Trustee, Mrs Lalvani, said a few words of encouragement to the children.
Raksha Bandhan @Umerkhadi
On 2nd August 2012, LIFE Trust celebrated "Raksha Bandhan" with 500 children of
LIFE Trust’s partner institution, "The Children's Aid Society." (CAS) As part of this
partnership, LIFE Trust is now devoted to educating and entertaining these children
with a view to improve their conduct. On Raksha Bandhan, Rakhis were tied to the
boys by the girls of the institution and the LIFE Trust staff. All Rakhis were
personally made by the adolescent girl groups LIFE Trust works with.
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Uniform distribution at DSIS
On 20th July 2012, LIFE Trust arranged a function for the students of David Sassoon
Industrial School. This was conducted to celebrate the success of Roshni-an ongoing
enrichment programme that LT has been conducting for them. Close to 180 students
attended this programme.
Felicitation of SSC Board Toppers
On 21st July 2012, LIFE Trust organised a felicitation programme for the SSC Board
toppers of the MCGM schools. The programme was attended by the
Headmasters/headmistresses of the schools and LIFE Trust Managing Trustee Mrs
Lalvani. The programme started with the students handing over a small Ganpati
statue as a token of thanks to their teachers. The headmasters and Mrs Lalvani
congratulated the students for their efforts and handed over certificates and gifts on
behalf of LIFE Trust.
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“Joy in a Box” 2012
On 3rd November 2012, LIFE Trust celebrated “JOY IN A BOX”, its annual event for
anganwadi children. Every year, on this day, LIFE Trust donates a bagful of
educational toys and other learning aids to each anganwadi.
This year, 400 children attended the programme along with their respective
anganwadi Sevikas. The Chief Guest was Naisha Kanodia, 2 years old, daughter of
Nishant and Smiti Kanodia, chief sponsors of this event.
A Christmas Gift!
On 11th December 2012, LIFE Trust donated blankets and sweets to the girls at
Umerkhadi and Asha Sadan Observation Homes. Christmas gifts were given to over
250 girls.
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The “Dream Run” 2013
On 20th January 2013, LIFE Trust participated in the Standard Chartered Mumbai
Marathon (SCMM) in the DREAM category, a walk of 6 kms. This year, LIFE Trust
had 2 Dream Champions (individuals raising over Rs 10 Lakh for their NGO), Kabir
Lumba (Managing Director and CEO of Lifestyle) and LIFE Trust Managing
Trustee, Poonam Lalvani. Our Dream Maker, Rohan Batra, participated in the full
marathon category.
Kite Flying on “Sankranti” Day
To celebrate the festival of Sankranti, LIFE Trust organised a Kite flying competition
with the boys of its partner institution, The David Sassoon Industrial School, a
socialized treatment centre for delinquent children. The LIFE Trust Team was
present on the day along with the Superintendent of the Home and our LIFE
Coaches distributed kites and snacks to them.
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Women’s Day 2013
On 12th March 2013, Women's Day was celebrated at LIFE Trust. The anganwadi
teachers and adolescent girl groups, LIFE Trust works with, put up one stellar
performance after another as the crowd cheered them on. The event wrapped up
with a beautiful Fashion Show put up by the Sevikas, dressed as some of India’s
exceptional women, such as Mother Teresa, Mary Kom, and Sarojini Naidu.
The Chief Guest at the event was Rajeev Bharadwaj, of popular television serial
"Mahadev" and Guests of Honour were, Mrunalini Deshmukh, Advocate of the
Family Court and Shaila Mhatre, Chairperson of the Child Welfare Committee,
Dongri Observation Home.
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VOLUNTEERING AT LIFE TRUST
Volunteers from Switzerland
Three volunteers from Switzerland, Saugata, Jake and Amy attended the School
Ready programme at the Anganwadis. They spent a few days with the children and
tested them on concepts learnt in the School Ready Programme. They also paid a
visit to the boys at David Sassoon Industrial Home and gifted them a cricket kit.
Needless to say, the boys were all smiles!
Volunteers from St Xavier’s College
As part of their Social Involvement Programme, students of St Xavier’s College,
Mumbai volunteered at the BMC schools and at our partner institution, DSIS, where
they conducted Conversational English classes for the students. Games, movies and
other activities were conducted with the students. The volunteers were impressed
with the work LIFE Trust is doing and also came up with excellent testimonials.
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LIFE DATELINE 2012-2013
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In the months of April-June 2012, LIFE Trust implemented the “School Ready
Programme”, an enrichment programme for anganwadi children at Bandra,
Dharavi and Shivri -Wadala to make them ready for formal school. The LIFE
coaches and other staff visited the anganwadis to lend a helping hand.
In April 2012, a summer camp was conducted in the municipal schools, with a
special focus on improving English grammar and comprehension amongst
students.
On 28th April 2012, “Our Home” kids in Chennai were taken for a short trip to
Bangalore. They were accompanied by our Managing Trustee, Mrs Lalvani.
In May 2012, LIFE Trust organized “Roshni”, an enrichment programme for the
children of “Children’s Aid Society”, an Observation Home and “B.J Home”, an
orphanage.
On 23rd May, volunteers from Switzerland visited “ROSHNI” and the School
Ready Team at the anganwadis and spent time bonding with the children.
On 28th May, a party was held to celebrate the completion of “School Ready”
programme.
On 29th May, The Child Care Centre Team conducted a parents meeting at
Wadala on “Importance of education – Role of parents.”
On 8th June and 19th June 2012 respectively, LIFE Trust organised a party at
David Sassoon Industrial Home and B.J Home to celebrate the completion of
“Roshni.”
On 15th June, LIFE Coaches conducted a “Welcome Back to School” programme
for the municipal school children where they personally welcomed the students
into the new academic year.
In July 2012, LIFE Trust Child Care Centre Team conducted Teacher Training
Programmes (TTPs) on Early Childhood Care suggested by the ICDS Scheme.
Workshops were conducted throughout the month for anganwadi parents on
“Effective Parenting Skills.”
Workshops were conducted for adolescent girls on the importance of having
dreams and goals in life.
A teacher’s enhancement session was conducted for LIFE Coaches at Kamla High
School
LIFE Trust conducted a Felicitation ceremony for the SSC Board toppers of the
BMC schools.
In August 2012, LT CCC Team conducted TTPs on “Role of a Teacher.”
Take Home Ration was conducted for anganwadi parents.
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Sessions on Value Education were conducted for adolescent girls.
Raksha Bandhan was celebrated with 500 boys of The Children’s Aid Society.”
In September 2012, Independence Day celebrated at all the schools and
anganwadis.
A craft workshop was conducted in all the schools on “Making an eco-friendly
Ganpati.”
“Jagran” – a session on the evils of superstition, was conducted for anganwadi
teachers and adolescent girls in the community.
LIFE Trust CCC Team conducted TTPs on “Learning through Play.”
Parents meetings were conducted on “Early Childhood Education.”
Sessions on “Importance of Education” was conducted for the adolescent girl
groups.
Teachers day was celebrated at all the BMC schools.
Differential Aptitude Test was started by counsellors in the BMC schools
Ganesh Puja was celebrated at LIFE Trust office with all the staff.
In October 2012, 12 meetings were held between the LIFE Trust Child Care
Centre Team and the Community Development officer and Superintendent
regarding upcoming programmes and activities.
1172 students of the MCGM schools were taken on an Educational Excursion to
Nehru Science Centre.
Workshops were conducted at the MCGM schools on Communication skills and
Time Management.
In November 2012, 32 meetings were conducted with the LIFE Trust Child Care
Centre Team and the Community Development Officer and Superintendent.
A workshop was conducted on painting Diyas and making paper bags at the City
of Los Angeles school.
The School Development Team was involved in supervision and remedial
teaching in their respective schools.
In December 2012, 145 women of the community benefitted from sessions
conducted on ‘The Evils of Superstition’/ “Jagran.”
A meeting was held with Varsha Gaekwad, Hon Minister for Women and Child
Welfare by our Managing Trustee.
On 20th January 2013, LIFE Trust participated at the Standard Chartered Mumbai
Marathon
On the auspicious occasion of “Sankranti”, a Kite Flying competition was
conducted for the boys of David Sassoon Industrial School
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Snacks were distributed to the boys of Umerkhadi Observation Home to
celebrate their Annual Sports Day event.
A Karate Competition was conducted for the boys and girls of the BMC Schools
and LIFE Trust gave away medals to the winners
Republic Day celebrations were held at the Anganwadis
Teacher Training Workshops were conducted on “Pre-school Hygiene Habits”
where 381 participants benefitted.
Workshops were conducted on “Good Touch, Bad Touch” for adolescent girl
groups where 53 participants benefitted
Parents meetings were conducted where they were taught the importance of
“Bonding”
In February, a Workshop on “Forgiveness” was conducted for the staff by
Resource person from TISS, Ms. Anuradha Karegar.
Teacher Training Programmes were conducted on “Value education” where
close to 250 teachers benefitted
Workshops on “Health and Hygiene” were conducted for Adolescent Girl
Groups.
3 Parents meetings were conducted where 41 participants were taught all about
“Learning through Play”
Two Health camps on “Cancer Awareness” were conducted for Anganwadi
Teachers and Helpers where 80 participants benefitted.
19 visits were conducted to the anganwadi in the month of February alone.
Annual Day function was celebrated at Shiwri Wadala School.
A Trustee meeting was held at the LIFE Trust office.
On 4th March, LIFE Trust Managing Trustee, donated uniforms to 300 boys of
Umerkhadi Observation Home.
Practice sessions were held for Women’s Day at the community
Teacher Training Workshops were conducted on “Science experiments for
children”
Meetings were conducted with Adolescent Girls of the community on
“Leadership Skills”
Parents meetings were conducted on “Communicating with Children”
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ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Distribution of staff according to Salary levels (as of March31, 2013)
Slab of gross Salary (in Rs.) plus benefits paid to staff
Female Male
Total
≤ 5000
3
5
8
5,000 - 10,000
10,000 - 25,000
9
3
20
2
29
5
25,000 - 50,000
50,000 - 1,00,000
1,00,000 >
1
NIL
NIL
1
NIL
NIL
2
NIL
NIL
No remuneration, sitting fees or any other form of compensation has been paid
since inception of the foundation, to any board member or trustee.
Remuneration of the highest paid staff is Rs 33,000/Remuneration of the lowest paid staff is Rs 4,500/-
DETAILS OF THE BOARD
Mr Micky Jagtiani, Founder Trustee, Chairman of Landmark International
L.L.C is the Executive Chairman of the largest retail chain in the Middle eastThe Landmark Group has over 1000 stores in the Middle East and India.
Ms Poonam Lalvani, Managing Trustee, has over 30 years experience in
business management and more than 10 years experience in social work.
Devotes full time to LIFE Trust and is passionate about providing equal
opportunities to lesser privileged children through education.
Vinod Grover, Trustee, Director of Modella Woollen Mills, has over 40 years
experience in the business.
Ms Anjali Raina, Trustee, Director Harvard Business School India Research
Centre, has been a banker for over 30 years - actively involved in training and
passionate about supporting education for the lesser privileged.
Mr Nimo Punwani, former Managing Director of Tata Special Steels Limited,
and retired as CEO OF ISWP, Jamshedpur
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Dr. Ms. Indu R. Shahani is the Principal of H.R.College of Commerce & Economics. She
serves on boards of various educational institutes and companies. She has received various
awards for her contribution to society through the field of education. She is a vice chair of
the Board of Governors and a member of the IB education committee and governance
committee.
OUR SUPPORTERS
In all humility we express our heartfelt thanks to the multitude of LIFESTYLE
shoppers who have contributed to the Re1/ campaign.
LIFE Trust takes this opportunity to thank our invaluable donors for their kind
generosity towards our various programmes both through funds and cash.
LIST OF DONORS
Ms. Aarti Jagtiani
Ms. Nisha Jagtiani
GIVE India
United Way Of India
Ms. Manisha Banka
Ms. Amrita Bhogilal
Ms. Priyadarshini Kanodia
Ms. Hina Ahmed
Ms. Pooja Chokani
Ms. Grishma Sekhsaria
Ms. Supriya Bhuwalka
Mr. Biyash Choksey
Ms. Avni Deshpande
Ms. Navyata Goenka
Ms. Priyanka Kheruka
Ms. Meghna Mehta
Ms. Archana Mighlani
Ms. Namrata Shroff
Ms. Kanan Chandra
Ms. Niyati Mehta
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Ms. Shivani Patodia
Ms. Anupa Shah
Ms. Pooja Advani
Ms. Shreyasi Goenka
Ms. Prachi Saraf
Ms. Sunaina Kejriwal
Ms. Girija Goenka
Ms. Ashwini Wadhwa
Ms. Suhagi Deorah
Ms. Niyati Parekh
Ms. Suman Manghnani
Ms. Namrata & Natasha Narang
Ms. Sheetal Darda
Ms. Sherina Dalamal
Ms. Nishita Josani
Ms. Pooja Malpani
Ms. Aditi Kejriwal
Ms. Isha Kedia
Ms. Ami Modi
Ms. Mallika Setia
Ms. Avantika
Mr. Vinay & Mrs. Suniti Kanodia
Ms. Ramona & Bruno Rodella
Ms. Shwetambara Sabharwal
Ms. Ishita Jain
Ms. Pooja Sehgal
Ms. Avantika Khilachand
Ms. Anjali Patel
Ms. Aparna Raje
Ms. Maithili Singh
Ms. Sohini Doshi
Ms. Aparna Dalmia
Mr. & Mrs. Cookie Ghai
Dhavni Kaul
Ms. Ashita Kedia
Ms. Ambika Kothari
Ms. Natasha Mehta
Ms. Poonam Shroff
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Ms. Smiti Kanodia
Mr. Rajeev Sengupta
Naman Vidyarthi
JMC Constructions
SPAR India
TCNS clothing co. ltd
Sarv Shiksha Abhiyan
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
No words can express our gratitude and acknowledgement for the whole
staff and Management team of
LIFESTYLE, with a special thanks to Mr Kabir Lumba, CEO of Lifestyle
Glaxo Smithkline and Nomura Financial Securities Pvt Ltd.
Hexaware Technologies
Centrum Software
The volunteers from St Xavier’s College who volunteered for us.
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LIFE Trust
Contact us
Office: BB-1, Neelam Center, S.K.Ahire Marg, behind Glaxo, Worli Mumbai –
400025
Tel: 022-24910287 / 88
Email: empower@lifetrustindia.org
Website: www.lifetrustindia.org
Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/LIFE-TRUST/150476270222
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