This year, the #WorldContraceptionDay’s theme – Your Future. Your Choice. Your Contraception – shines a light on how #contraception empowers individuals, especially #women, to take control of their #reproductivehealth and make informed #familyplanning decisions for a healthier #future. Yet, for many, like Mausina, a 28-year-old mother from Khanpur Village in #Haridwar, barriers such as misinformation, religious beliefs, and societal pressures persist. #Pregnant with her fifth child and struggling to support her family in a cramped single-room home, she had never considered family planning, until health workers Meenakshi and Santosh from AIFT’s #PublicHealth program - #MANSI 2.0 stepped in. Explaining the associated health risks, they raised awareness about the importance of contraception in preventing unplanned pregnancies, reducing maternal and infant mortality, and promoting economic stability. Though Mausina’s husband initially resisted, ASHA didi’s ongoing support helped change his and his family’s outlook. After delivering a healthy baby boy, Mausina chose #sterilization, finding a new sense of stability and hope for her family. By focusing on #education and access to contraceptive methods, AIFT’s Maternal and Newborn Survival Initiative (#MANSI) in collaboration with #ASHAworkers, is equipping women with the tools they need to make informed choices, thereby improving their overall health, giving them more control over their lives, and providing opportunities for their families. For #women in underserved #communities, these efforts are essential to breaking cycles of hardship. In the context of poverty, this access can be transformative, fostering greater agency and contributing to broader goals of #genderequality and #sustainable development. #PublicHealth #BirthControl #ThePowerOfOptions #ContraceptiveChoices #WCD2024 Kamesh Sanghi Kavita Chauhan
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Catalyzing Social and Economic Change in India
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The American India Foundation Trust (AIF) is committed to improving the lives of India’s underprivileged, with a special focus on women, children, and youth. The Foundation does this through high-impact interventions in education, health, and livelihoods because poverty is multidimensional. Founded over two decades ago, in the aftermath of the devastating Gujarat earthquake, as a humanitarian initiative by Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji and Bill Clinton, American India Foundation Trust (AIF) has impacted the lives of 16.51 million of India’s poor across 35 States and Union Territories of India.
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www.aif-india.org
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- 2001
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- Education, Livelihoods, Public Health, Leadership Development , and Non Profit
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#DigitalEqualizer (DE) comes calling! You know #DE, right? Our award-winning program that’s transformed over 46,000 #schools and impacted a whopping 8.3 million #students and #teachers! Ready to be part of something this incredible? We sure are! Time to grow the #AIFT family! 1. Project Lead Are you a strategic thinker ready to drive change? As a Project Lead, you will oversee planning, implementation, reporting, and compliance for our initiatives. Your expertise will align project goals with our mission while managing approvals, communication, and HR functions. You’ll monitor budgets, engage stakeholders and donors, drive evaluations, and represent the organization across government partners. #ApplyNow to join our dynamic team! https://aif-india.org/wp content/uploads/2024/09/JD_Project_Lead_DE_Karnataka.pdf 2. STEM Trainers As a #STEM trainer, you’ll deliver training on Techno-pedagogy, manage databases, track student progress, and develop STEM kits. Additionally, you'll coordinate program delivery, organize events, and liaise with officials to amplify our impact. If you're passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators, we want to hear from you! #ApplyNow! #Gurugram, Lucknow: https://lnkd.in/gPr_5SXn 3. Cluster Coordinator As a Cluster Coordinator, you will organize field visits to orient teachers and students on techno-pedagogy and STEM activities. You'll manage data collection and reporting, ensuring program effectiveness and timely implementation while meeting performance benchmarks. Building stakeholder relationships and reporting case studies will also be key. If you're ready to be the force to transform STEM education, #ApplyNow! Gurugram, #Lucknow: https://lnkd.in/g9QxwQ58 Eager to advance your career? Your search ends here! #HiringNow #Education #DevelopmentSectorJobs #SocialSectorJobs #ProjectLead #JoinOurTeam #JobsInEducation #AIFCareers #NonprofitJobs #BangaloreJobs #JobsInEducation #DelhiNCRJobs #JobsInUP #HiringAlert
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The #InternationalDayofSignLanguages is a powerful reminder of the need to celebrate and preserve the linguistic identity and cultural #diversity of the Deaf community. At AIFT, our flagship #Livelihoods program, #ABLE (Ability-Based Livelihood Empowerment), is committed to empowering Persons with Disabilities (#PwDs) by creating an ecosystem that integrates them into the active workforce. This year, embracing the theme ‘Sign up for Sign Languages,’ AIFT hosted a virtual workshop with leading organizations. Participants gained invaluable insights into the world of deafness and discovered the significance of Indian Sign Language, learning to sign the alphabet, numbers, and essential workplace vocabulary. They left the session with a renewed commitment to championing inclusivity in their workplaces and beyond. Earlier this year, we also launched DI-verse, India’s first Disability Inclusion Certification, helping corporations seamlessly integrate #accessibility into their operations—from #communication to #hiring practices. Over the past decade, ABLE has trained more than 18,000 PwDs and secured jobs for over 10,000, partnering with 1,800+ inclusive employers. Additionally, our free Indian Sign Language course, with 15 comprehensive modules, helps break communication barriers and promote inclusivity. Today, let’s explore 5 common Indian Sign Language (#ISL) gestures that enhance workplace inclusivity and foster meaningful connections in building a truly accessible society. Click on the link or scan the QR code in the video to enrol for AIFT’s free ISL course: https://shorturl.at/opar8 #IDSL #InclusiveCommunication #CorporateInclusion #DiverseWorkplace #AccessibilityMatters #EveryVoiceCounts Moody's Corporation TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited Godrej Properties Limited Compass Group India Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited NatWest Group CecureUs Zomato Backyard Creators Amagi Media Niva Bupa Health Insurance VGM Consultants Private Limited (An ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified company) Infosys IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) TMI e2E Academy Kamesh Sanghi Manoj Balachandran Bandana Rai
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"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." - Nelson Mandela Meet Kavita Srivastava, #Director of Strategic Partnerships at the American India Foundation Trust (#AIFT). Passionate about building resilient #partnerships that drive sustainable #social #impact, Kavita emphasizes the power of aligning with partners who share common #goals, build trust through open #communication, and leverage cutting-edge #technology to tackle emerging challenges like #mentalhealth, #climatechange, and #genderequity. By promoting #inclusive leadership and boosting women's participation in the #workforce, Kavita shows how AIFT is bringing about meaningful change and #sustainable solutions in the world of #socialimpact. With over 25 years in fundraising and #banking across international and domestic #nonprofits and banks, Kavita brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role. She's a pro at sustainable #fundraising, building #relationships, and driving #partnerships that truly count. Her leadership is key to making a lasting impact and shaping the future of what we do at AIFT. Don’t miss out on her invaluable #insights! Explore more about #AIFT here: https://aif-india.org/ #LeadershipUnplugged #AIFImpact #WomenLeaders #AmericanIndiaFoundation #LeadershipDevelopment #Transparency #Accountability Mathew Joseph Parvez Kotadia Kamesh Sanghi Manoj Balachandran Smruti Das Manisha Tripathi Ashish Chaudhary Deepak Gupta
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Take a sip of inspiration as this first batch of young #PwDs serve the ultimate blend of skill, opportunity, and passion! Supported by First American (India), AIFT's "Inclusion and Employability Enhancement of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)" project under the Ability Based Livelihoods Empowerment program (ABLE), talented individuals were empowered to master market-aligned #skills, build #sustainable careers, and launch their own ventures. With 25 candidates already trained and many successfully placed with leading F&B companies, the impact is undeniable. The cherry on top? A fully operational café run by our first set of graduates! And hold your mugs as another batch of skilled #PwDs is about to graduate soon! This program goes far beyond skilling—it’s about #mentorship, financial upliftment, and #inclusive opportunities, all designed to unlock their full potential and create an enterprising workforce. It’s more than just employment—it’s true empowerment! #PwDEmpowerment #SDG8 #FAI #CSR #CommunityDevelopment #Skilling #InclusionMatters #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveIndia Sandeep Narayan Kamesh Sanghi Madhusoodhana Y R Purvash J. Manoj Balachandran Jay Kumar Bandana Rai G Chidananda
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Democracy isn’t just a word—it’s people's power in action! This #InternationalDayofDemocracy, we celebrate not just governance, but the power of every voice in shaping our collective future. Let’s remember that a democracy thrives when #communities, #governments, and #citizens, especially our #youth, are empowered and emboldened to not just participate, but be the architects of a brighter nation. Today, let’s build on this idea, by making the nation's #health a priority, because a healthy nation is a free and empowered one. With #India home to the world's largest adolescent and youth population, their involvement is crucial for sculpting a better future. Educating young people about their health equips them with essential knowledge to make informed choices, advocate effectively for their needs, and drive meaningful change. At AIFT, we place youth at the core of our initiatives. Through our public health program, #MANSI, we empower them to master their well-being, make healthier decisions, and positively influence their lives and communities. This empowerment transforms not just individual futures but also the broader landscape of progress. Watch how MANSI reaches the remotest corners of India to empower rural adolescents and youth to foster healthy, democratic communities, and drive participatory democracy: https://lnkd.in/gqB4eCkH #DemocracyDay #DemocracyMatters #VoiceOfThePeople #DemocracyInAction #Freedom #HumanRights #PoshanMaah2024
Empowering Youth: MANSI's Journey to Building Healthier, Democratic Communities Across Rural India
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From dreams to reality! The American India Foundation Trust (AIFT) and Indian Space Industry Exhibitors (ISIE), with the support of Hexaware Technologies, hosted an incredible PICO #Satellite and #Drone Launch Event in #Ahmedabad. Over 100 talented students from 10 government schools immersed themselves in space and drone technology, guided by experts from ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization, Institute of Infrastructure Technology Research and Management (IIT RAM), Drone Acharya, and CSpark. Phase 1 introduced students to #space science, drone technology, 3D printing, and satellite remote sensing. In Phase 2, they took it further, engaging in hands-on sessions where students designed, developed, and launched their very own drones and PICO satellites. It was truly an out-of-this-world experience! The event culminated in an epic showcase of creativity and technical #skill, with students presenting their projects to distinguished guests, including Mr. Mahesh Mehta, Secretary SSA #Gujarat, Dr. T S Joshi, and senior #ISRO scientists. Kudos to these young innovators who are truly shooting for the stars! #STEMEducation #AIFTImpact #AmericanIndiaFoundationTrust #SDG4 #SDG5 #Education #TechForGood #InnovationInAction Logabiraman S Kamesh Sanghi Suman Dasgupta
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Last week, we kicked off #PoshanMaah2024 and #NationalNutritionWeek with an exciting poll, and the winning choice, with 250+ votes, was a call for more education and awareness around #nutrition! We heard you, and as we wrap up the #NationalNutritionWeek, we’re excited to deliver just that. Here are some essential #nutritiontips to guide you through every stage of life. Thanks to AIFT’s #publichealth initiative, #MANSI, which adopts a life-stage approach to address critical health and nutrition needs for pregnant and lactating women, newborns, #children under five, young couples, and adolescents. By empowering frontline #healthworkers and fostering community ownership, MANSI ensures healthier, thriving communities. #PoshanSePoshitBharat #NutritiousDietsForEveryone #EverydayHealth #India
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India is a vibrant mosaic of languages, with the Constitution recognizing 22 official languages and an astonishing 19,500 dialects spoken across the country. This rich linguistic diversity presents both a challenge and an opportunity in education. For migration-prone children, who often face disruptions in their learning environments due to shifting locations, first-language pedagogy and a multilingual curriculum are not just educational tools—they are lifelines. This #InternationalLiteracyDay, as we join the world in “Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Mutual Understanding and Peace,” meet the 9-year-old Sonali Jaysing from the remote foothills of the Satpura range in Maharashtra whose life changed with multilingual education. Growing up in a Pawari-speaking household, Sonali struggled with the Marathi medium of instruction, leading to isolation from her peers and disinterest in her studies. Thanks to AIFT’s Learning and Migration Program (#LAMP), Sonali accessed a multilingual approach that integrated her arterial language with Marathi through tailored techniques such as anchor words, sentence stems, visual tools and layered questioning. LAMP’s multilingual books, dictionaries, colorful pictures and engaging storytelling blending Pawari with Marathi, reignited her passion for learning and transformed her educational experience. Sonali’s progress has been remarkable—she improved from 15% in languages and 0% in math to an impressive 86.67% in language and 80% in mathematics by year’s end. Her success highlights how multilingual education can dismantle language barriers, foster understanding, and ignite a lifelong passion for learning. Here’s to celebrating the joy of learning and the incredible strides made by young students like Sonali. #HappyInternationalLiteracyDay! #ILD2024 #SDG4 #EducationForAll #LiteracyDay #Inclusion #Multilingual Mathew Joseph Kamesh Sanghi Manoj Ishwar Priyadarshi
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Exciting News from #Odisha! We’ve just wrapped up two electrifying district-level conventions in #Nuapada and #Balangir, uniting over 200 passionate School Management Committee (SMC) members, and convenors. Thanks to HDFC Bank Parivartan's support to #LAMP’s Learning Continuum Program (#LCP), these events were a powerhouse of energy, focused on supercharging learning outcomes, crafting sustainable enduring strategies, and championing #communityownership through Learning Resource Centers (#LRC). LRCs are remarkable spaces that cater to diverse learning needs, celebrate each child’s uniqueness, and offer essential teacher training. They focus on #literacy, #numeracy, advanced technological and social-emotional #skills, providing a supportive environment for personalized learning and guidance. This initiative is vital for students in grades 6-10, ensuring their engagement, preventing dropouts, and fostering a forward-looking educational vision. We extend our profound gratitude to our distinguished guests, #SaswatSamastary and #ManojPanda from HDFC Bank Parivartan, and #LohitakshyaJoshi, Former Principal of Kantabanji Women’s College, whose insights were instrumental in augmenting these conventions and underscoring AIFT’s strategic vision for school development, academic growth, and galvanized community involvement. Since 2021, this transformative partnership has reached over 780,000 #students across more than 2,400 #schools, trained over 15,500 #teachers, and collaborated with over 16,500 #SMCmembers in more than 2,300 #locations. We thank HDFC Bank Parivartan for their resolute dedication to aiding marginalized and tribal #children in overcoming the educational setbacks caused by school closures and #migration. #EducationForAll #STEMEducation #LAMP #HDFCSupport #SDG4 #SDG5 #AIFImpact #AmericanIndiaFoundationTrust Nusrat Pathan Swaroop Sharma Ritesh Sinha Amit Shekhar Barun Kumar Mathew Joseph Kamesh Sanghi Smruti Das Kavita Srivastava Ashish Chaudhary Vinod xavier