“If it feels personally, learning becomes real,” says Aadil Gujjar, participant of the “Be a Jagrik” program. This explanation sums up the transformative core of an initiative that enables young people from marginalized areas to perceive their constitutional rights and obligations. Through a committed and participatory approach, the program creates a generation of young changers that are not only aware of the civic values, but also actively shape their communities.
In rural India, especially in states such as Bihar, young girls and boys are confronted with systemic obstacles for education and citizen participation. The “Be a Jagrik” program, which is led by Commutiny-the Youth Collective in cooperation with various organizations, aims to close this gap. By linking constitutional knowledge with implementable tasks, it transforms theoretical learning into civic engagement in practice.
Stories of the transformation: Jagriks in action
Nandini and Aadil: Catalysts of Change
In the villages of the Jamui district in Bihar, Nandini Singh, a program manager, initially met skepticism. Families hesitated to send their daughters to participate. But Nandini was not put off. “These girls had little or no access to education.” “I have made it my job to give them this opportunity to learn,” she recalls.
Over time, Nandini’s efforts carried fruit. An initially reserved young girl ventured a brave step when she witnessed gender -specific violence in her community. “She got up, intervened and convinced even others to take a position.” For me, this moment was proof of the effect of the program, “says Nandini.
Aadil faced a similar resistance. The parents hesitated to have their daughters participated in the program. But his persistent efforts gradually dismissed barriers and encouraged the families to trust the initiative.
An outstanding success was the task of a group of young participants who identified an unsafe drainage system in their community. Under the direction of Aadil, they wrote a formal letter to the local authorities and advocated changes. The problem was solved within a few weeks. “It was incredible to see how her confidence grew,” says Aadil.
Arpita: The young advocate of water protection
In the village of Singarpur, the eighth grader Arpita Kumari discovered her passion for the Indian constitution through the program. “At school, the constitution was only another chapter. “I have experienced its true meaning here,” she says.
Inspired by what she had learned, Arpita took measures for an important local problem: water protection. She mobilized her friends, drew attention to the waste of water and encouraged the community to participate. “To be young means to speak and take responsibility.” “Knowing what rights and duties I have gives me strength,” explains Arpita.
The history of Arpita shows an example of how the “Be a Jagrik” program inspires young people to combine education with everyday action and thus promote responsibility and social engagement.
Moderators: The pillars of support
Moderators like Sadhna Kol play a crucial role in closing the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Sadhna, a five -year -old veteran of Neev Shiksha Jankalyana Samiti, remembers a memorable moment when a group of Jagriks successfully campaigned for the needs of her community.
Source: Commutiny – the youth collective
“During a task to solve local problems, the young people identified bad road conditions as a major problem. They collected evidence, wrote to the authorities and even pursued the matter until the repairs were carried out. “It was inspiring to see her determination,” she says.
The program is not a one -way street for moderators. “I learned from the hunts as much as they have from us,” admits Sadhna. “Your enthusiasm is a memory of why civic engagement is important.”
The vision of the founders: design a youth -oriented India
The trip was equally transformative for the founders of the program. Saurav Sikdar, associated with “Be a Jagrik”, thinks about the initial challenges. “Many young people were interested in advocacy, but had no deep understanding of the values of the constitution.” “We knew that we had to close this gap,” he says.
Saurav and his team followed a participatory approach and promoted the open dialogue during the orientation meetings. “We wanted the young people to have the feeling that they were heard and the opportunity to have questions,” he explains.
Reena Shakya, founder of Neev Shiksha Jankalyana Sanstha, attributes the program that she has formed her again Perspective on the commitment of young people. “The interactive design of this program is revolutionary.” “I plan to integrate similar methods into other subject areas of my work,” she says.
From combating gender -specific violence to improving local infrastructure, these young managers are the living proof of the effect of the program. They are not only committed to their rights, but also encourage their communities to do the same.
Mohan, founder of the Society for Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability, shares this opinion. “The training courses showed me how important participatory learning is. “It’s not just about teaching, but also about listening to the young people and developing solutions together,” he says.
The founders agree that the success of the program lies in its ability to make constitutional values understandable and implementable. “This is not just a program. “It’s about integrating the constitution into everyday life,” says Saurav.
The wave effect: structure of a civic generation
The “Be a Jagrik” program has proven that knowledge paired with deeds can lead to permanent changes. By providing young people with constitutional understanding and practical tools, the program promotes a generation of active citizens.
Source: Commutiny – the youth collective
From combating gender -specific violence to improving local infrastructure, these young managers are the living proof of the effect of the program. They are not only committed to their rights, but also encourage their communities to do the same.
As Mohan puts it: “We want these young people to be an enrichment for their communities by continuing what they have learned and creating a domino effect of civic engagement.”
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