ASPIRE’s Community Education Resource Centres (CERCs) in Odisha and Jharkhand are transforming remote villages into digital learning hubs—offering children academic support, skilling opportunities for youth, and essential e-services for communities. With 173 centers already established, many are moving towards self-sustainability while creating real-life success stories like Kusunu Munda, who went from a remote village in […]
A team from the University of Notre Dame visited ASPIRE’s project areas to study innovative approaches in rural education and community empowerment. From June 15–26, 2025, a research team from the University of Notre Dame, USA visited ASPIRE’s intervention areas in Odisha as part of their global I-Lab study on universal school enrolment and Child […]
Through ASPIRE’s Residential and Non-Residential Bridge Courses, children in remote Odisha and Jharkhand have overcome learning gaps to shine in the 2024–25 Board Exams, proving that every child can succeed with the right support. Bridging Learning Gaps in Remote Communities In regions where access to education was once scarce, ASPIRE’s Residential Bridge Course (RBC) and […]
On World Day Against Child Labor (June 12, 2025), the villages of Ruiya (Hatgamharia Block) and Dimbuli (Manoharpur Block) in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, set a shining example for all — declaring themselves Child Labor Free Zones (CLFZ). These declarations are the result of months of tireless effort by parents, Panchayat leaders, volunteers, and ASPIRE — […]
In the remote, forested villages of Pondi Uproda, Chhattisgarh, ASPIRE’s Jan Pahal program is giving 130 out-of-school children a second chance at education through its Residential Bridge Course (RBC) Centres — safe, joyful spaces where children learn, grow, and prepare to rejoin formal schools. But when funding for these centres began to run out, something […]
In early September, Dayaram, Founder and Executive Director of Aspire, accompanied by Dr. Kartika Bhatia, our former Research Director and current Research and Evaluation Advisor, embarked on a transformative week-long tour of universities and research centers across the UK.The idea behind these visits was to build collaborative relationships with leading academic institutions to strengthen the […]
On 21st and 22nd August’24 Dr. Liisa Toivonen, Counsellor from the Embassy of Finland , visited ASPIRE’s intervention areas in Danagadi and Harichandanpur, Odisha. During her visit, she observed a range of educational initiatives, including Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) classes, middle school interventions, Anganwadi’s, and Residential Bridge Courses. Dr. Toivonen engaged with children, government […]
In a momentous celebration, Joda Block proudly announces its official status as a Child Labor-Free Zone! A gathering of 1350 enthusiastic individuals, including esteemed chief guest Padmashree Dr. Tulashi Munda Apa, marked this historic milestone. This achievement is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the entire community, dedicated social workers, Block Chairman, WHO representatives, […]
Thrilling News: Koira Block Declared as a Child Labour Free Zone (CLFZ)! At Gopabandhu High School, a historic moment unfolded on 22nd December in the presence of esteemed guests, MLA Laxman Munda, Chairman , BEO, CDPO, ZP members, Medical Officer, CRPF convenors, PRIs, and an amazing 2850 enthusiastic participants. This monumental occasion marks a collective […]
We are overjoyed to share the incredible news that Champua Block has achieved a significant milestone by being officially declared a Child Labour Free Zone. The proclamation took place on 20th December, amidst a gathering of esteemed guests, including the Block Chairman, Senior Advocate, Principal of the college, PRI (Panchayati Raj Institution) members, stakeholders, and […]
