Protecting the Innocent for a Better Tomorrow
VAKYA FOUNDATION
“Because Every child deserves a shield in the battle of life"
PROJECT CHIGURU
Cultivating Awareness, Fostering Safety
Project Chiguru is the heart of Vakya Foundation’s mission to safeguard the physical and mental well-being of children.
Derived from the Kannada word for “sprout,” Chiguru symbolizes a new beginning—a program that nurtures children, families, and communities through awareness, education, and prevention.
The Challenge We Face
In today’s world, children are increasingly exposed to risks that can harm their development and future. From sexual abuse and bullying to cyber threats and addiction, the dangers are pervasive and complex. While many programs focus on treating the aftermath, Project Chiguru takes a proactive stance: prevention through awareness.
IMPACT AND VISION
Since its inception, Project Chiguru has transformed countless lives by fostering safer environments and educating children on how to protect themselves. Our goal is to expand this initiative across India and beyond, ensuring that no child is left behind in the fight against abuse, bullying, and neglect.
We believe that the best defense against these dangers is knowledge—and through Project Chiguru, we are ensuring that every child has the tools they need to navigate the world with confidence and safety
ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF GENERATION ALPHA
Today’s children, referred to as Generation Alpha, are growing up in a world where exposure to digital content is constant, and traditional education systems struggle to keep pace. As the most tech-savvy generation, they face unique challenges:
- Short attention spans due to micro-content consumption.
- Exposure to unfiltered information without the maturity or experience to process it.
- Increased digital literacy, but often impaired social skills and face-to-face interaction.
Project Chiguru takes a proactive stance, providing solutions to these issues through an innovative experiential education model. We collaborate with educators, parents, and institutions to help children build better routines, understand themselves, and grow into confident, well-adjusted individuals.
A NEW AGE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM
Project Chiguru is built around digital transformation and real-world applicability. It includes both pre- and post-workshop assessments to measure the impact on the mental and physical health of the child, using the Vakya Protocol
Through comprehensive study reports, the program not only delivers workshops but also tracks the progress and well-being of each child.
Workshop Modules for Each Age Group
Classes 1-4: Early Childhood Education
- Focus: Personal safety, hygiene routines, and emotional awareness.
- Topics: Safe touch vs. unsafe touch, identifying trusted adults, and basic responsibility.
- Activities: Songs, drawings, and interactive role-plays to make learning engaging and relatable.
Classes 5-6: Navigating Growth and Social Interactions
- Focus: Body awareness, bullying, and peer comparison.
- Topics: Body changes, bullying prevention, mobile usage, and understanding feelings.
- Activities: Role-playing, videos on child safety, peer discussions, and creative exercises like drawing for emotional expression.
Classes 7-10: Building Resilience in Adolescence
- Focus: Emotional health, relationships, stress management, and goal setting.
- Topics: Abuse (physical, emotional, mental), bullying (cyber and physical), peer pressure, and addictions.
- Activities: Group discussions, role-playing scenarios on bullying and cyber safety, and activities designed to boost self-confidence and goal-setting
FACILITATING CHANGE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
While the primary focus of Project Chiguru is on children, the program extends its support to their parents, educators, and the broader community. Workshops for adults ensure that they are equipped to recognize warning signs, engage in productive conversations, and offer guidance to the children in their care.
A DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH FOR LASTING IMPACT
Project Chiguru is data-driven, incorporating insights from child developmental psychology and education governance systems. Our workshops are grounded in research and practical experience, and the feedback loop created by pre- and post-workshop assessments ensures that each intervention is measured and fine-tuned for maximum impact.
GET INVOLVED IN PROJECT CHIGURU
We invite schools, communities, and organizations to join us in making a real difference in the lives of children. To learn more about how Project Chiguru can be implemented in your institution or to schedule a consultation, please contact us today!