A Joint Initiative Creating a Ripple Effect in Educational Empowerment
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Hyderabad, 5th Jan 2024: Renowned actor, producer, and philanthropist Lakshmi Manchu’s Teach for Change has joined forces with Pegasystems India to launch an extensive development program at Government primary schools in Jafferguda, Hyderabad, Telangana. The inauguration ceremony of the renovated Government Primary School in Jafferguda witnessed the presence of Teach for Change Chairperson Lakshmi Manchu, Mr. Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, Lead Counsel for India & International Corporate Law at Pegasystems, and Rohini Devi, District Education Officer Hyderabad. This ceremony marks the commencement of a comprehensive development initiative for multiple schools in the region.
The envisioned enhancements encompass the construction of a boundary wall, stage, borewell, painting, artwork, and other essential amenities, fostering a conducive learning environment for the students. Teach for Change, led by Lakshmi Manchu, has been actively involved in various educational initiatives, while Pegasystems, represented by Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, has been a significant CSR partner for Teach for Change.
Expressing her thoughts on the initiative, Lakshmi Manchu, Chairperson & Founder of Teach for Change, said, “I’m eternally grateful to Pegasystems India for embarking on such a lofty mission with Teach for Change. What you witnessed at Jafferguda is just the beginning of a very long journey. We are committed to bringing change to every student in need, one life at a time, and we will relentlessly pursue this mission. Partners like Pegasystems are like the wind beneath our wings, and it’s very reassuring.”
In the academic year 2023-24, the organization achieved a remarkable milestone, impacting 10,935 students across 243 smart classrooms. The dedicated efforts of 464 volunteers have played a crucial role in supporting and teaching in government schools across three states. These endeavors contribute to a larger mission to improve the quality of education in government schools and create positive ripples in the education sector.
The inauguration ceremony not only celebrated infrastructural development but also testified to the collaborative efforts of Teach for Change, Pegasystems, and local educational authorities. This collective endeavor exemplifies the power of partnerships in driving positive change in education, making a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of students.
