THE CONTEXT

School-going children in many government schools are greatly disadvantaged when they go to school. They walk long distances barefoot, they do not have a proper school bag, and they sit on the floor. All this leads to poor attendance, health issues, and a lack of interest in studies (as their sitting posture itself is very uncomfortable).

THE SOLUTION:

The Mumbai-based NGO Greensole has developed a unique back-to-school kit that has:-

1. Footwear (No more barefoot walking)

2. Study Mat (Makes it comfortable to sit at school for long hours)

3. School Bag (Ergonomically designed and colorful)

The back-to-school kit contains a pair of recycled footwear, a soft study mat to sit comfortably on the bare ground and attend classes, and a school bag to carry all their books and stationery. This dramatically changed a student's attitude to school and studies. It improves attendance, focuses at school, and helps them fall in love with education. It also eliminates both foot-related diseases and improves the child's posture, decreases strain on the eyes, and reduces stress on the neck and back.

EACH BACK-TO-SCHOOL KIT COSTS JUST INR 950.

PIC: The items that will be included in the back-to-school kit.

These elements are made from recycled material. For example, the sole from old footwear (which would be burnt or thrown into a landfill) is turned into new footwear. Old clothes are used to make the bags and mats. This is very environmentally friendly. Greensole also provides employment to women in their manufacturing unit.

Canadian International School

SOUBHIK'S CAMPAIGN TO PROVIDE BACK-TO-SCHOOL KITS TO CHILDREN IN TAMIL NADU.

KASHVI KHANDELWAL'S CAMPAIGN TO PROVIDE MID-DAY MEALS TO SCHOOL CHILDREN FOR A YEAR.

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