Nanhi Kali a project jointly managed by K C Mahindra Education Trust and Naandi Foundation

 200 million females in India are illiterate Source: UNICEF  Out of every 10 girls who enrol in Std I, only 3 complete Std X Source: Dept of Education, Govt of India, 2001  Child Sex Ratio – 927 girls per 1000 boys and still dropping Source: 1991 Census, UNICEF & other sources Some appalling facts

Project Nanhi Kali To ensure that the underprivileged girl child in India has access to quality school education, can complete class X, regardless of whatever trials her family may face and blossom into a socially responsible, independent and mature adult. The Objective

What you can do Sponsor a Nanhi Kali. Be her guardian. Give her the assurance that no matter what trials her family faces she will never have to drop out of school.. Sponsorship details Rs 1800 per year to sponsor a girl child from Std I - VII Rs 2500 per year to sponsor a girl child from Std VIII to X

For Nanhi Kalis Studying in Std I – VII Std VIII – X Sponsorship cost 1,800 2,500 Provision of Uniforms, Footwear etc, bags, books, learning material etc, Hygiene Material, Educational camps etc 60% 70% Enriching the school environment and infrastructure, training and motivating teachers and improving learning processes, gender sensitisation of teachers, parents and community etc. 30% 20% Admin Cost10% How your money is used

Contribution Details You can donate online by visiting the following link- Cheques to be drawn in favour of “K.C. Mahindra Education Trust A/c Nanhi Kali”. You could directly mail us your contribution along with your postal address to – Project Nanhi Kali Naandi Foundation 502, Trendset Towers, Road No. 2 Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Ph: /92 All contributions are eligible for exemption u/s 80G of IT Act 1961

When you support a Nanhi Kali, you will get… The satisfaction that you’ve brought a smile on a little girl’s face, given her self respect and hope of a bright future…

You will also receive: A photograph of your Nanhi Kali A profile of your Nanhi Kali, her family and the background she comes from Two progress reports every year, informing you how your Nanhi Kali is faring in school Receipt and tax exemption certificate

Volunteer your time. You can participate in any of Project Nanhi Kali’s activities by volunteering in: Schools where the Nanhi Kalis are studying-Special coaching for students weak in particular subjects Events/camps organised for the children Special classes conducted for children prior to examinations Gender sensitisation activities for parents and community Participation during distribution of uniforms and learning material in schools

Weekend Warriors To battle illiteracy on behalf of the girl child A six month academic support programme (Nov ’05 to April ’06) Special Tuitions for girl children Subjects Covered- Maths, Science, Language Time required to volunteer –Friday (1 hour p.m. to 4.30 p.m.) –Saturday (1 hour – 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.) Orientation before commencement of programme

Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do you select a ‘Nanhi Kali’ ? A: Nanhi Kalis are selected based on the following criteria: Girl children enrolled in Govt Schools Family income less than Rs p.a Eldest girl child/girl child with many siblings First generation learner/ Dalit, tribal, migrant community children Girl Children with potential of being promising role models in the community

Q: Where are the Nanhi Kalis from? A: The Nanhi Kalis belong to areas where apart from economic constraints, cultural and social stereotypes restrict them to attend schools or influence them to drop out of schools. The locations we working in are- Andhra Pradesh Hyderabad, Mahbubnagar, Paderu Madhya Pradesh Sheopur Chattisgarh Bastar, Kanker, Dantweada

Q: What are the mechanisms to ensure Transparency and Accountability? A: Periodic assessment, monitoring and evaluation will be conducted to study the progress and the pattern of education imparted to the child. Quality checks will be made at all levels to ensure that the sponsorship money is well spent and the girl child gets the optimum benefit out of each rupee. Regular updates will be sent to the sponsors Sponsors can visit the project schools where the children are studying to assess the impact of program and work done

Q: Who is behind the Project A: Naandi Foundation A not for profit organisation working in the areas of education, health and livelihood with a view to enriching the lives of the underprivileged sections of society. Our board is chaired by Dr Anji Reddy (Dr Reddy’s Laboratories) & includes eminent personalities like Mr Anand Mahindra (Mahindra & Mahindra), Mr Ramalinga Raju (Satyam Computers), Mr K.S. Raju (Nagarjuna Group) and others. K.C.Mahindra Education Trust The K. C. Mahindra Education Trust was formed by late Mr. K. C. Mahindra in the year 1953, with an objective to promote education. It is a registered public charitable Trust chaired by Mr. Keshub Mahindra, Chairman of M&M and other trustees include Mr. Anand Mahindra, Vice Chairman & MD of Mahindra & Mahindra and Mr. Bharat Doshi, Executive Director of M&M.

Give the girl child a chance, Support Nanhi Kali! For further queries please contact: Christian Saabrin –