In a year that brimmed with boundless aspirations and ignited curiosity, Agastya International Foundation embarked on a journey of innovation and impact. As the pages of time turned, our unwavering commitment to reimagining learning took shape through remarkable collaborations, transformative events, and pioneering initiatives.
At the prestigious Clinton Global Initiative, we made a commitment to the Agastya 2.0 movement — to impact 37 million underserved children in 5 years, employing a fusion of physical and digital outreach. The ripples of this commitment echo even further as we aspire to impact 100 million young learners across India within the next decade.
Solidifying partnerships
We solidified groundbreaking agreements with the Bodoland Territorial Region and Government of Haryana, marking a significant stride towards bringing innovative learning experiences to these regions. Our programs, including Mobile Science Labs, Acharya Initiative — Teacher Training, and Lab-on-a-Bike, will empower students and teachers across these states.
New Initiatives and Innovations
We inaugurated the Chemagicaa Chemistry Discovery Lab at the Campus Creativity Lab in Gudivanka. This state-of-the-art laboratory promises to infuse the joy of chemistry into young learners, sparking a lifelong passion for scientific exploration.
Media education at Agastya aims to foster creativity and create a platform to bring it to the fore. This year, we launched a mobile version of the program, Dhwani, which enabled us to take photography, filmmaking and storytelling to children across the country.
In a world propelled by technology, Agastya embraced innovation by creating new digital content modules that transcend traditional boundaries of education. The launch of Agastya Virtual School marked a pivotal moment as we ventured into the realm of digital learning, reimagining education for the modern age. Our stride towards evolution continued with the introduction of over 70 phygital (physical+digital) programs that captivated young minds. Technology was also at the forefront of improved internal processes.
Spreading the sprit of Agastya
Our founder and chairperson, Ramji Raghavan, took the stage at the ASCENT Conclave by Marico Innovation Foundation, sharing insights that kindled discussions on innovation and learning.
Our Chief of Operations, Sai Chandrasekhar, delivered a compelling TEDx talk at Navarachana University, Gujarat, emphasizing nurturing and sustaining curiosity among children.
The echoes of inspiration resounded through our Sarga Samvad dialogue series, hosting esteemed guests like AS Kiran Kumar, Kris Gopalakrishnan, and Suma Sudhindra. Their narratives of triumph and perseverance continue to ignite hope and determination.
We honored another great mind, the celebrated mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, with a bust at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston.
As we look back, each achievement, partnership, and step taken by Agastya echoes with a resounding commitment to learning and empowerment. With these vibrant achievements as our fuel, we set our sights on the uncharted possibilities of tomorrow, eagerly embracing the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have been part of this journey, and together, we strive to continue illuminating the path of Aah! Aha! and Ha-ha!
