Let us join hands to bring the children deprived or those in . . . → Read More: Parichay – A Dream Project]]> Children are the most precious part of human resource. Their energy, intelligence, pursuit of a shared vision & ability to work together can prove to be more fruitful in achieving the universal goal of eliminating the nuclear threat by peaceful techniques.

Let us join hands to bring the children deprived or those in the streets to the National main stream and initiate them to lead a virtuous life duly integrated with the appropriate social institutions. Let us make our actions speak louder than words. Let us perform our duty towards children with justice and dignity. Let us together show our total commitment towards creating a joyful environment in which children can blossom and develop a harmonious relationship with the people of the world, establishing peace and prosperity.

Established in 1998 by Mr. Vijay Bajpai for generating awareness among the communities on various issues, Parichay started its Bal Vikas Kendra (Child Development Center) in April 2000 with the help of some like minded people and with 9 children in the midst of the community ( Rickshaw pullers and daily wagers) it serves. Now Parichay is a family of 55 children. Till date more than 250 children have been benefited by the project.

Parichay has selected an area called Tukhmirpur near Bhajanpura in east Delhi, where 50% of the population is living under unfavorable living conditions. Most of the families do not have a regular source of income. Due to financial constraints and illiteracy they are not sending their children to formal schools. A major group is unaware of their rights and all sorts of social evils are there. To mainstream the children in formal education and providing vocational training Parichay started a Non formal Education program.

In the coming two weeks there will be orientation and training program for . . . → Read More: October & November 2009 Updates]]> In last two months we have been able to conduct and complete awareness activities at school level and community level in one of the targeted area. I am sending you a presentation giving you glimpses of few of the activities.

In the coming two weeks there will be orientation and training program for the surveyors & community leaders and the first phase of survey will start in area I from 10 December 2009. Before that pamphlets and handouts on mental retardation will be distributed in area I.

As a result of awareness drive in this area people have already started contacting us with mentally disabled kids. Case histories are being prepared for such kids and counseling and guidance sessions besides assessment of the kids are going on.

This year 16 stalls were put in 10 days in various corporate houses. Sale of Rs.1.10 lakh, almost double as compared to last year’s Deepawali sale, was recorded. This year we got a bulk order of deepawali gifts from one of the corporate house as well.

Like last 3 years volunteers from BITS Pilani took the products on consignment basis and put the stall. Sale of Rs.3060/- was recorded.

Solar lights for Parichay kids

In collaboration with  Cosmos Ignite systems 25 solar lights were distributed among Parichay kids. These lights have given a great relief to the kids from the pressure of finishing their school homework and assignments before the Sun set as electrical supply in the area is quiet irregular specially at night.

With the availability of solar lights we are planning to restart night classes for working youths and women of the community which are at halt since last one year.

Solar light proved like a boon for Gyanodaya (the new centre 4.5 km away from the main centre) as that area does not have power supply at all. We are able to increase the duration of classes at Gyanodaya.

Cutting and tailoring classes

In the month of October Cutting and tailoring classes have been reintroduced at Parichay. Rani, who was trained at Parichay three years back and later was sent to do diploma in cutting and dress designing, is conducting classes for the community women. Rani has already become financially independent, she works in handicraft unit of Parichay and does job work for an export house as well.

The classes are conducted thrice a week.

Formation of community level committee

Like last 3 years, volunteers from BITS Pilani took the products . . . → Read More: Deepawali Stalls 2009]]> This year 16 stalls were put in 10 days in various corporate houses. Sale of Rs.1.10 lakh, almost double as compared to last year’s Deepawali sale, was recorded. This year we got a bulk order of deepawali gifts from one of the corporate house as well.

Like last 3 years, volunteers from BITS Pilani took the products on consignment basis and put the stall. Sale of Rs.3060/- was recorded.

Awareness programs at school level under awareness phase of Gyan Ganga project on mental retardation have been initiated and are moving in full swing in the local schools of the area. Senior kids of non formal education program, community teachers and other volunteers accompany Vijay Bhaiya to the programs.

They engaged school students in several group activities . . . → Read More: Gyan Ganga Awareness Drive]]>

Awareness programs at school level under awareness phase of Gyan Ganga project on mental retardation have been initiated and are moving in full swing in the local schools of the area. Senior kids of non formal education program, community teachers and other volunteers accompany Vijay Bhaiya to the programs.

They engaged school students in several group activities to inform themabout various types of disabilities, and how such kids need to be dealtwith. Aids like flip charts, posters etc were used for presentation ofconcepts. Various group activities are being done with the students tomake the program more interactive and enjoyable.

Besidesstudents the principal of the school, teachers and other staff membersare taking active part in various activities including groupdiscussions.

At Parichay religious issues are not discussed. But to move beyond close-minded boundaries Parichay celebrates all religious festival at the centre. On Friday,18th September Roza iftar party and beginning of navratri festival was organized.

Pictures can tell you the stories about how much fun kids had . . . → Read More: Paper Mache Workshop]]> Paper mache workshop is conducted by Ms Priyanka and Organized and Supported by Mr Selva Ganpathy, 12 Kids from NFE 3 Class participated in this workshop.

Pictures can tell you the stories about how much fun kids had while learning.

At Parichay we are continuously developing teaching aids and designing books to make learning a pleasure for the children and teaching a joy for the teachers. We design the syllabus for the kids depending upon their needs and interest. Teaching aids are developed . . . → Read More: Teaching Aids and Books]]> Vijay Bajpai has created some teaching aids and authored books used for non-formal education.

At Parichay we are continuously developing teaching aids and designing books to make learning a pleasure for the children and teaching a joy for the teachers. We design the syllabus for the kids depending upon their needs and interest. Teaching aids are developed and books are written, so we do not depend on other organizations or publishers for books and teaching material. Through out the year we are busy in designing books, writing poems, songs, stories on topics related to science, environment and skits on various social issues and issues related to health and hygiene . Music is a very important and widely used component in Parichay’s educational program.

We try to use even strips of paper. We make and design handmade books on handmade paper. Whenever we have funds for our publication program we get the books printed.

• Harmonious Parenting
• Aao Gao Sath Hamare, Part I, II & III
• Rango Ki Duniya
• Hanste Gate Varnmala
• Bachpan ka Sawan
• Mere Ram
• Anubhutiyan (Collection of poems)
• Bachhe Kehna chahte hain
• Kash agar Mein Ladka Hoti
• Ek Sawal
• To Emulate and Practice
• Ankahi (True stories based on life of community people or children)
• Gaon Aur Bandh
• Kuch Anubhav
• Baki Kuch Nahi (Collection of poems)
• “Parichay” Annual News Letter

General health check-up and eye testing was conducted for 51 kids and community members. The doctors were surprised to observe that kids do not suffer from any major ailments, as . . . → Read More: Health Checkups]]> Doctors visit to the center and do the health checkups once a while. This makes sure that the condition of the children is always fit.

August 26, 2006

General health check-up and eye testing was conducted for 51 kids and community members. The doctors were surprised to observe that kids do not suffer from any major ailments, as is common amoung poor and the underprivileged. Only common diseases like cough and cold or very few cases of anemia were found amoung the kids. Medicines and multivitamins were also provided next day as per prescription.

June 14, 2005

General Health Checkup was conducted and necessary medicines were given. Lack of Nutrition was found in children and steps were taken to provide nutritional food to kids.

April 06, 2005

General Medical checkup was conducted and necessary medicines were given.

We are highly thankful to Dr.(Mrs.) Amita Govil, Dr. Arvind K. Govil and Dr.(Mrs.) Anju Gupta for their valuable support.