The month of November with Pehchaan The Street School

November, the second-last month of the year, has a charm that is hard to fathom. This month embarks on the introspection of the year-long musings of individuals and future planning of the succeeding year. It's also time of the year to welcome the winter season.? Late November welcomes the consumption of hot drinks and cozy blankets to become the best friends one can have—which is, you know, how winter becomes all about warming up to its pleasure. Now days may be shorter, nights more pronounced, and outdoor activity somewhat curtailed, but winter does have its charms. This is a period to dive yourself into the beautiful traditions and lively heart of the land. It's November and India is a riot of colors, festivals, and celebrations of all kinds. From Diwali to Children's Day, Indian masses celebrate the month of November with utmost enthusiasm.

November is always a joyride for me because I celebrate my birthday in this exciting month. Like most living beings, the happiness of my birthday usually lasts for a whole month. From planning party destinations to demanding birthday presents, my mind is constantly occupied with the idea of making my birthday the best. However, as I celebrate my 20th birthday, an epiphany struck me. Not all people are privileged enough to even remember their birthday. It is highly disappointing to see that various earthlings are deprived of necessities essential for survival.

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Pehchaan The Street School

We are well aware of the fact that the world is an extremely unfair and unjust place to reside. Can our small contribution help make things a bit better? The answer is yes. As tiny little drops come together to create an ocean, the slightest contribution by individuals can bring the biggest of changes. One such organization to make a change in the landscape of education is Pehchaan The Street School. Pehchaan The Street School was started in 2015 with the motto of making education accessible to all by Mr. Akash Tandon and Ms. Kanika Narula. The core team members are Mr. Sam Pillai, Mr. Leejo Joy, and Ms. Monika Wamdev. Pehchaan The Street School has made itself proud by having five volunteers in 2015. The creator of Pehchaan The Street School is dedicated to giving underprivileged children in the slum areas of Delhi, NCR, a free education. With the help of more than 500 dedicated volunteers, the school that began with only 10 underprivileged children today teaches over 1600.

The ideology of Pehchaan The Street School is something that makes it different from other NGOs. The organization emphasizes students’ overall development as responsible adults in addition to their academic enrichment. To ensure the overall development of students, it organizes various counseling sessions with subject matter experts.

Studies are combined with various activities for learning and enjoyment, such as dancing, acting, singing, and painting. At Pehchaan The Street School, volunteers are also responsible for mentoring and guiding students in times of emotional tornado forms within them. This small gesture fosters faith in students, showing them that someone actively listens to their inner voices and concerns.

Students are also provided with vocational training to develop life skills necessary for survival. Soft skills like teamwork and communication skills are encouraged to the fullest. Organizations are making these efforts because it is observed that traditional rote learning approaches, which have no connection to formal education, frequently fail to pique the interest of underprivileged children.

November events

Let us look at various collaborations done for volunteers by Pehchaan The Street and different collaborators in November 2024 for volunteers. The main support of this organization is volunteers, and their role is very significant for the organization’s reputation.

Besides offering academic lessons, volunteers are required to assist students in becoming responsible citizens of society. Most of the underprivileged students got to live in poverty and experience domestic abuse because they had no one to share their stories with. From the expectations placed on a volunteer, one is expected to listen to them, create an environment they need to enable them to be in and offer them the help they need. The variety of the tasks also includes syllabus planning, management of events, fundraising, as well as promotion of the pious task of Pehchaan The Street School in the society.

Volunteers are also involved in issues related to the arts and culture, including organizing art and culture workshops and events that require specialists in the field. Further, volunteers organize various outreach healthcare camps and counseling sessions to create awareness of hygiene and health.

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Artifacts immediately mesmerize our eyes with their intricate designs and patterns.?@rangsaaziii_by_sivani? an upcoming Instagram startup for decorative items sent resin art gifts for our volunteers?as a token of appreciation.

Another startup ?@womaniya_delicate_collection expert in creating accessories catering to women and girls sent earrings for our female volunteers.

We all admire taking pictures for remembrance of core happy memories.? @mooncraftworld sent photo customized photo frames for our volunteers to cherish the beautiful moments spent at Pehchaan The Street School.

?@artist_her? sent candles for our volunteers as a token of appreciation for their selfless commitment.

Many other collaborators also sent gifts for the students of Pehchaan The Street School as well.

Chocolate is something people of all age groups admire to the fullest.?@bountyliciouschoclates and ?@naturennature.india sent chocolates for tiny tots. Chocolates greatly resembled our students,?? as both of them are sweet and loved by all!

Tasty and yummy food is what we live for! ?@narang_caterers sponsored refreshments for our students at Indraprastha Center and arranged over 400 meal boxes.?@apca_india?sent meal boxes to Sunder Nursery Center.

Life is a beautiful canvas in which we use colors of our choice. @granotone sent painting kits to our students and made them experience the joy of painting.

?@flavourbasket spread the love by distributing delicious muffins to our students to tickle their taste buds to the fullest.

?Blanket Donation Drive

As numerous enjoy the winter, plenty of underprivileged people will view this time as mistreatment. This cold night becomes a daily struggle if they have no access to blankets, proper clothing, or shelter. This has led Pehchaan The Street School to start up the annual Blanket Donation Drive as an opportunity to enlighten and inculcate the joy of giving spirit in everyone.

The idea is simple: put together whatever number of blankets you can and give them away to those children. Imagine how a small amount of 150 rupees would make one feel loved and cared for in the freezing winter. Contributions can come from all walks of life, either by providing blankets or giving money for the purchase of more blankets. One blanket is more than just a cover for keeping warm; it symbolizes love, concern, and togetherness. It’s not only a drive to raise funds; it also aims at making the masses more responsible and empathetic. Through blanket donations, throw away less and support local businesses. Finally, it is a gesture of kindness as simple as a donated blanket that can forever change a child’s life and destiny. Your generous donation will go towards empowering children through programs and services provided by Pehchaan The Street School. Let’s make this Blanket Donation Drive and the upcoming Christmas and the winter season a warm, loving, and caring one to change the lives of the unfortunate children out there.

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Other ways to contribute

Other than donating blankets to underprivileged children, you may also help them by utilizing other valuable resources. You may help a child by laying the foundation for their future development and growth by donating to Pehchaan The Street School. This will provide them with a solid foundation for lifetime learning and learning skills. Your charitable donation may fill in the blanks and offer specific resources to assist the neediest. Your commitment to children’s education is not only a noble act but also a significant contribution to nation-building and the greater cause of mankind. One can contribute to the noble mission of Pehchaan The Street School by not only donating money but also other necessary items.

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If you are willing to donate, then the following things can give you an idea about what to donate:

? Notebooks and stationery: pencils, pen sharpeners, erasers, coloring books, chart paper/chalkboard/scale/paper (some handy paper)—colors of your choice, including above.

? Groceries: milk, fruits, beverages, samosas, chocolates, toffees, chips, bread, etc.

? General items: Toys, clothes, shoes, blankets, bed linens, mats, fans, brooms, tables, seats, LED lights, hand sanitizer, etc.

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Sponsor a child

Sponsor an underprivileged child at Pehchaan The Street School. The sponsor decides how long the sponsorship will last, and we encourage it not to be less than one year. The sponsor should note that the cost of sponsoring a child averages between INR 500 and INR 1000 per month.

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To learn more about Pehchaan The Street School, click on the following links.

Website:?https://pehchaanstreetschool.org

Facebook page link:?https://www.facebook.com/PehchaanTheStreetSchoolOfficial/

Facebook Pehchaan Group link:?https://www.facebook.com/groups/162142001383888/?ref=share

Instagram page link:?https://instagram.com/pehchaanstreetschool?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=181sger2fozl7

YouTube channel:?https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXd4gnTazJh3JugKENt5yog

Twitter:?https://twitter.com/Pehchaan_School?s=09

To Donate via Instagram:?https://www.instamojo.com/@pehchaanthestreetschool.