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For this month's Baithak, we are pleased to host Mr. Gurcharan Das and Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal. Join us for an exciting and enriching conversation this weekend as the speakers share their journeys and insights. 🗓 Date: 10 August, 2024 🕒 Time: 11: 45 AM - 12: 00 PM IST 📍 Venue: A-69, Hauz Khas, New Delhi 👉 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gsYQuNKB Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Gurcharan Das | Nitesh Anand | Kumar Anand | Aakriti Parashar #baithak #joinus #insights #Centreforcivil #journeys

For this week’s #MondayMusing, we feature an essay by Prof Om Prakash Kahol titled ‘The Myth of Free Education’. This piece was featured in the magazine ‘The Indian Libertarian’ in January 1959. The author argues that the concept of free education is a deceptive notion used by politicians to mislead the public. He contends that education, whether publicly or privately funded, ultimately incurs costs that must be paid, either through taxes or tuition fees, and that the burden of these costs should not fall disproportionately on a select few while leaving the majority underserved. Read the complete musing: https://lnkd.in/gAp6FjBg Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Kumar Anand | Aakriti Parashar | Nitesh Anand #freeeducation #myth #deceptive #CentreforCivilSociety #indianlibertarian

📢 P&G Shiksha Betiyan Scholarship is accepting applications for the Academic Year 2024-25! 📢 The P&G Shiksha Betiyan Scholarship 2024-25 is now accepting applications and nominations from eligible ITIs, Polytechnic Institutes, and Engineering Colleges. As we celebrate our fourth year, the P&G Shiksha Betiyan Scholarship proudly supports a thriving alumni network of over 800 scholars. We offer comprehensive financial aid, covering up to full academic fees, and provide dedicated mentoring in technical skills, soft skills, career coaching, and leadership development for women pursuing STEM courses. Join us in empowering the next generation of women in STEM! 🏫 If you are an eligible institution or know of one that inspires and empowers women to pursue STEM courses, we want to hear from you! Let's come together to nurture and support the dreams of these incredible women. Encourage your students and be a part of their transformative educational journey. Together, we can make a difference. Join hands with Centre for Civil Society and P&G Shiksha to inspire a league of extraordinary women leaders in STEM, giving them every opportunity, boundless encouragement, and heartfelt mentorship they deserve! Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Nitesh Anand | Harshita Rana #scholarship #announcement #stemeducation #centreforcivilsociety #girleducation

Ever thought about how learning English can change a student's future? 🌟 Recognizing the immense value of English for social mobility and opportunities, we are introducing the Language Learning Lab at Hari Vidya Bhawan. This initiative is designed to benefit students in Budget Private Schools (BPS) in Delhi for the academic year 2024-2025. 🎓📆 In India, English is more than just a language; it's a pathway to greater opportunities. By introducing the Language Learning Lab, we aim to provide students in BPS with the tools they need to excel both academically and professionally. Through the use of the Freadom app, our lab offers an engaging and interactive learning experience that goes beyond traditional methods. 🖥️📱 Our Language Learning Lab provides a dedicated space for students to use mobile tablets loaded with curated content from the Freadom app. Through exciting stories, games, and activities, students will enhance their reading, speaking, and comprehension skills in a gamified environment. 🏫 Hari Vidya Bhawan and the Centre for Civil Society are united in their mission to empower students through quality education and nurture their ability to thrive in a diverse and changing world. This lab represents our shared commitment to giving every child the chance to excel and reach their full potential. 🌟 This launch is just the beginning. We are planning to introduce more Language Learning Labs in other Budget Private Schools, bringing quality English education to students across a wider educational landscape. 📈📚 Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming launches in other BPS. In a country like India, where knowing English can open so many doors, our Language Learning Lab is here to make a real difference. We want every student to feel confident and ready to grab the opportunities that come their way. 🌟 Stay tuned for more news and updates as we expand this initiative. Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Nitesh Anand | Gurcharan Das | Procter & Gamble | Harshita Rana | Varsha Chaturvedi #LanguageLearningLab #EducationForAll #BudgetPrivateSchools #DelhiEducation #FreadomApp #SocialMobility #EnglishEducation #HariVidyaBhawan #CentreForCivilSociety #FutureLeaders #QualityEducation #EmpoweringStudents #LearnAndGrow

The National Education Policy, first launched in 2020, marks its fourth anniversary today. CCS' Nitesh Anand and Vagmi explore how the current approach to supporting the Department of School Education and Literacy, particularly through the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS), requires a compassionate overhaul. They write: In India, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims for all primary children to achieve basic reading and math skills by 2025. Despite increased funding in the Union Budget 2024-25, many Indian children are still overlooked. Discover how direct benefit transfers can transform education and ensure every child's success. Here is the link to the full article: https://lnkd.in/ePW-pEvN Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Nitesh Anand | Vagmi Sharma #blog #nationaleducationpolicy #dbt #directbenefittransfer #centreforcivilsociety2m

Join our vibrant team at the Centre for Civil Society! We're looking for enthusiastic interns to fill key roles: 1. Event Management Interns for Edu-doc short film festival 2024 2. Social Media and Marketing Intern 3. Policy Impact & Outreach Intern – Education Program 4. Policy Impact & Outreach Intern – Jeevika Project Click the 🔗 to apply: https://ccs.in/internship Amit Chandra | Nitesh Anand #Applynow #Internship #CentreforCivilSociety #Apply

We are here at Hari Vidya Bhawan School in Delhi for the launch of Language Learning Lab. Amit Chandra | Gurcharan Das | Parth Shah | Nitesh Anand #LanguageLearningLab #Delhi #BudgetPrivateSchools

Join us in celebrating the remarkable Dr. Jagdish Bhagwati, a pioneering economist whose influential work has profoundly shaped economic thought. His visionary ideas and unwavering commitment to fostering economic growth inspire us all. The entire CCS team extends heartfelt wishes for a year filled with health, happiness, and continued success in all his endeavors. Happy Birthday, Dr. Bhagwati! Amit Chandra | Parth Shah #happybirthday #CentreforCivilSociety

Today marks the birth anniversary of Karsandas Mulji, a visionary reformer and the 'Forgotten Indian Luther.' Known for his fearless criticism of orthodox practices and his advocacy for social and religious reform, Mulji played a pivotal role in challenging the status quo and promoting liberal ideas in 19th-century India. His relentless efforts to bring about change and his unwavering commitment to justice have left an indelible mark on Indian history. Let us take a moment to honour his legacy and reflect on the impact of his work on our society! 🔗 Read more about his remarkable journey and contributions on the Indian Liberals website: https://lnkd.in/gzu77RsV Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Kumar Anand | Nitesh Anand | Aakriti Parashar #indianliberals #liberals #reformer #karsandasmulji #birthaniversary #CentreforCivilSociety