Newsletter | July - September 2024

Moving towards independent beginnings... An exposure visit to a jute bag processing unit was conducted for 17 women associated with self-help groups of Valsad. Based in Ankleshwar, this processing unit is run by a self-help group mentored by Aatapi Foundation. The women who visited the unit are already undergoing training in making jute bags. The visit was conducted to understand the model of the processing unit and implement the same to begin their own independent unit in Valsad. 83 self-help groups | 970 women | 16 villages Distributing notebooks in support of education Atul Rural Development Fund provided over 18,000 notebooks and stationery to 4,430 students of 35 schools in 18 villages. Every year ARDF provides education kits to schools to support the education of these children. 35 schools | 4,430 students Visiting Atul vidyamandir, EMRS Pardi Shri Kuber Dindor, Education Minister of Gujarat visited Eklavya Model Residential School, Pardi (Atul Vidyamandir managed by Atul Vidyalaya Trust) on July 1, 2023. He interacted with the students and teachers to encourage them to continue working toward a brighter future. Visiting Atul vidyamandir, EMRS Pardi Shri Kuber Dindor, Education Minister of Gujarat visited Eklavya Model Residential School, Pardi (Atul Vidyamandir managed by Atul Vidyalaya Trust) on July 1, 2023. He interacted with the students and teachers to encourage them to continue working toward a brighter future. Project updates Mobile science laboratory A science fair was conducted by the Adhigam project team at DCO Sarvajanik School, Pardi. The fair displayed 32 science models demonstrated by 64 trained young instructors. These models provide information on scientific concepts in a fun and interactive way. The fair was attended by about 1,000 students and 25 teachers. Adhigam project promotes science education among students by bringing a mobile van equipped with science models to 20 schools in Valsad district. Project outreach: 20 schools 3 Adhikar People often find it challenging to apply for government schemes and benefits due to complicated paperwork. Atul Foundation bridges the gap between these schemes and their intended beneficiaries by offering assistance to educate them and supporting them to apply. The team helps with documentation, verification and the application processes, guiding them at every step till they receive the benefit. Project outreach: 17,852 people | 19 government schemes Sampoorna Team Sampoorna hosted various activities tailored to different age groups, raising awareness about self-care and wellness. September was celebrated as the nutrition month with a focus on anaemia and nutrition. 1,988 adolescent boys and girls screened and educated about anaemia 393 women in nearby villages screened and educated about anaemia 268 students trained as peer educators 150 parents of Atul Vidyalaya trained on right nutrition for children 22 health workers trained on nutrition and overall health of women

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