KARTAVYA

Kartavya is an NGO that aims for a holistic approach in education of the underprivileged. For students who don't have access to quality education we provide a platform where they can learn and grow - educationally and socially. And how is it different? - Kartavya is completely managed by students! We believe we can connect to children and support them better when we ourselves are a part of the the process. Initially, Kartavya was started at NIFFT to fill in the need for a support to the education setup in the nearby locality at Hatia. Our responsibilities were confined to teaching at nearby areas and to support the children in the process of education. However, when it was felt that we need to take on greater responsibilities, we started our first centre at Hatia in 2007 channelizing all our small efforts into an organized structure. Apart from our flagship program called "Schooling Childhood", where we arrange for sponsorship and get proactive students admitted to a school nearby their home; we have also forayed into many other avenues affecting the overall development of the child. Our activities included conducting health camps, social awareness camps etc. for children and their parents. Also, we started a Women Empowerment program for the women of the locality wherein we help them find funds and get them the resources for making candles and diyas during Diwali. Also we help them market these products effectively. The Ranchi chapter of Kartavya is managed by the undergraduate students of NIFFT (National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology), which is located at Hatia. The Kartavya centre-1 is located at Hatia. The Kartavya centre-2 is located at Tupudana which is around 5km from Hatia. Apart from teaching at Kartavya Centres, along with NIFFT alumni, we co-ordinate for new initiatives that help us achieve our aims better.