KRIDA SHALA (Kommunity Rehabilitation Integration Deaddiction Approach)

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Kridashala

Transforming Lives Through Sports, Discipline and Community Wellbeing

Description

In an increasingly digital world, access to technology and digital skills has become a critical determinant of educational, social and economic advancement. However, many young people from tribal communities continue to face barriers that limit their participation in the digital economy. Limited exposure to technology, restricted access to learning resources and a lack of employment-oriented skill development often create significant challenges for youth seeking to build sustainable futures.

Netshala Rozgar Rajmarg was established to bridge this gap by creating a comprehensive ecosystem that combines digital literacy with livelihood development. The initiative focuses on equipping children and young adults with practical digital skills while building pathways towards meaningful employment opportunities. By integrating education, workforce readiness and industry engagement, the program seeks to transform learning into livelihood, enabling young people to develop the confidence, skills and capabilities required to thrive in a rapidly evolving economy.

Need and Problem Context

While digital transformation continues to reshape industries and create new opportunities, many tribal communities remain disconnected from the benefits of the digital economy. Limited access to computers, technology-enabled learning and market-relevant skills often restrict educational advancement and workforce participation among youth.

For many young people in these communities, the challenge extends beyond digital literacy. The absence of structured pathways that connect education with employment opportunities often results in skill gaps and limited economic mobility. Addressing these challenges requires an integrated approach that combines learning, practical exposure and livelihood opportunities.

Our Intervention

SHIVAA developed Netshala Rozgar Rajmarg as a dual-impact initiative designed to address both digital exclusion and livelihood challenges within tribal communities. The program focuses on two key segments. For children below the age of 18, the initiative introduces foundational computer literacy, enabling them to build confidence and familiarity with digital tools from an early age. Through structured learning modules, students gain exposure to essential computer applications and digital concepts that support their educational development.

For youth above the age of 18, the program adopts a livelihood-focused approach by aligning skill development with industry requirements. Through partnerships with local industries and training organization s, participants receive practical exposure and workforce-oriented training that improves employability and creates pathways towards sustainable livelihoods.

Key Activities

The program delivers digital literacy training, foundational computer education, technology-enabled learning, employability development and industry-linked skill enhancement programs. Participants are introduced to practical digital tools, workforce readiness modules and career-oriented learning opportunities designed to improve both educational and economic outcomes.

In addition to classroom-based learning, the initiative facilitates industry engagement, exposure visits and employment-oriented interventions that help bridge the gap between skill development and workforce participation.

Beneficiaries

The program primarily serves school-going children, tribal youth, young adults and aspiring job seekers from underserved communities. It also benefits local industries and community institutions by creating a skilled and employment-ready talent pool capable of contributing to regional economic growth.

The program primarily serves school-going children, tribal youth, young adults and aspiring job seekers from underserved communities. It also benefits local industries and community institutions by creating a skilled and employment-ready talent pool capable of contributing to regional economic growth.

Impact So Far

Kridashala has engaged more than 1,200 young participants through structured sports initiatives designed to improve physical wellbeing, confidence and community participation. The program has created opportunities for youth to participate in competitive sports while strengthening their connection with schools and community institutions.

Through regular coaching, mentorship and nutritional support, participants have demonstrated increased commitment, discipline and engagement in personal development activities. The program has also contributed to stronger community awareness around the role of sports in promoting healthier lifestyles and youth wellbeing.

Donor Support

Sports equipment, coaching support, nutrition programs, athlete development initiatives and community sports infrastructure.

Outcomes and Change

The program has helped create a culture of participation and aspiration among young people who previously had limited access to organized sports. Through consistent engagement, participants have developed stronger leadership skills, improved self-confidence and greater resilience, contributing to positive behavioral change and personal growth.

At a community level, Kridashala has strengthened awareness around the value of sports as a tool for youth development. Schools, families and local stakeholders increasingly recognize sports as an important platform for fostering discipline, teamwork and social inclusion among young people.

Future Direction

SHIVAA aims to expand Kridashala across additional schools and communities while introducing new sporting disciplines, advanced coaching opportunities and broader competitive exposure. Future plans include strengthening athlete development pathways and increasing participation in district and state-level sporting events.

The long-term vision is to create a sustainable sports ecosystem that nurtures talent, promotes healthy lifestyles and empowers young people to become confident leaders within their communities.

Information

Program Name :
Krida Shala
Implementation Period :
March 2025 - present
Thematic Area :
Sports for Development & Health
Location :
Shivaa Campus, Ghodmal
Beneficiaries :
Children & adolescents (12–18 years)

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Information

Program Name :

NET SHALA – ROJEGARE CHA RAJMARG

Implementation Period :

June 2024 - present

Thematic Area :

Education & Livelihood

Location :

Shivaa Campus, Ghodmal

Beneficiaries :

Children & youth (10–18 years); future inclusion of school dropouts

Need / Problem Context

In the tribal belt of Wada, access to computer education is extremely limited due to lack of infrastructure and trained teachers in government schools. Despite strong interest, children and youth are left behind in digital skills, widening the rural–urban gap.

Our Intervention

NET SHALA was initiated to bridge this digital divide by providing structured computer education within the community using accessible, technology-enabled learning tools.

Key Activities

Computer training using “Magic Box” by COMPUTER SHIKSHA Weekend classes at Shivaa Campus Community-based trainers Topic-wise assessments & certification Activity-based learning

Impact So Far

100+ students trained 2 batches completed; 1 ongoing

Donor Support

Rotary Club of Malabar Hill Hacker Kitchen (Germany) – Kanu Kitchen Kulture Pvt. Ltd. Dahua Technology

Outcomes & Change

Access to digital education for rural children; improved confidence, exposure, and basic employability skills

Future Direction

Expansion into industry-linked skill training under “Rojegare Cha Rajmarg” to connect rural youth with nearby employment opportunities

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