1. Objective: Empower rural communities in Bundelkhand to enhance economic well-being and quality of life through education and training, focusing on organic farming, value addition, and global marketing.
2. Region Background: Bundelkhand, spanning Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, faces challenges such as poverty, low agricultural productivity, and gender disparities, compounded by climate variability.
3. Solution Approach: The project introduces a hub-and-spoke model with Sustainability Innovation and Knowledge Centers (SIKCs) to serve as knowledge hubs, promoting sustainable agricultural practices in village clusters.
4. SIKC Vision: The first SIKC, Bharat Uday Karmyogi Ashram in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, aims to be a resource for sustainable farming, food processing, and market connections, fostering long-term prosperity and environmental stewardship in Bundelkhand.
At Seed Foundation, Empowering communities to protect our planet and grow a sustainable future
1. Goal: Establish a non-commercial residential school, Gurukul, for students in grades I-XII, focused on nurturing character and preparing them for a successful future in a safe, dynamic environment. The aim is to cultivate responsible, knowledgeable individuals who contribute positively to society.
2. Conceptual Framework: The project introduces an innovative inquiry-based learning model in a residential setting, emphasizing a joyful, stress-free childhood. Gurukul welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, particularly underprivileged communities, offering a high-quality education rooted in humanitarian values.
3. Approach: Situated in a tranquil natural environment, Gurukul promotes ecological awareness and multicultural exposure through mentorship exchanges. Utilizing modern IT tools and interactive teaching methods, the school aims to instill values of peace, kindness, and community, fostering collaboration, equality, and lifelong learning.
1. Goal: Establish a non-commercial residential school, Gurukul, for students in grades I-XII, focused on nurturing character and preparing them for a successful future in a safe, dynamic environment. The aim is to cultivate responsible, knowledgeable individuals who contribute positively to society.
2. Conceptual Framework: The project introduces an innovative inquiry-based learning model in a residential setting, emphasizing a joyful, stress-free childhood. Gurukul welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, particularly underprivileged communities, offering a high-quality education rooted in humanitarian values.
3. Approach: Situated in a tranquil natural environment, Gurukul promotes ecological awareness and multicultural exposure through mentorship exchanges. Utilizing modern IT tools and interactive teaching methods, the school aims to instill values of peace, kindness, and community, fostering collaboration, equality, and lifelong learning.
1. Program Focus: Jaivik Vangram aims to promote rural economic self-reliance by integrating fruit, medicinal, and flowering trees with organic farming, creating organic food-forests that benefit both the environment and farmers.
2. Objectives: The initiative seeks to boost farmers’ incomes through a sustainable agricultural model that diversifies crop production, enhancing economic returns while supporting biodiversity and ecological balance.
3. Approach: By promoting organic practices and preserving native plant species, Jaivik Vangram fosters community health and well-being. This model of sustainable agriculture ensures long-term prosperity for rural areas and strengthens the connection between communities and their land.
4. Commitment: SEED Foundation’s dedication to empowering rural communities through Jaivik Vangram enhances food security and environmental sustainability, paving the way for a brighter future.