Education
Education holds a significant role in fostering global peace and promoting societal equality through various means. While acknowledging the acknowledged shortcomings and challenges within the existing educational system, there are limited alternatives to traditional school education in India. With this in mind, MARAG embarked on a mission to provide both formal and informal education to children.
Initially, the organization focused on ensuring that children from marginalized communities gained access to schools. Concurrently, efforts were made to enhance the quality of education within these schools. Since its inception, MARAG has successfully facilitated numerous school enrollment drives and conducted training and workshops for parents and teachers. These endeavors have yielded positive outcomes, and today, former MARAG beneficiaries continue this work as volunteers. In 10 Blocks of Gujarat, a regular program called "Tejaswi Tarlaonu Samman" (Felicitation of Bright Students) celebrates the achievements of young girls.
To effectively uphold the principles of free and compulsory education, MARAG launched the 'Sabko Sikhsha, Samaan Siksha' campaign, advocating that every child, regardless of their economic status, has the right to equitable education.
MARAG firmly believes that knowledge should be accessible at any age. Consequently, the organization also focuses on disseminating information and fostering knowledge among communities and various stakeholders, including policymakers, research institutions, academia, corporate entities, and the general public. This is achieved through various means, such as conducting research, documenting best practices, and sharing the stories of individuals and their life journeys.
Moreover, MARAG's mission extends beyond education quality to encompass creating a supportive environment for children, ensuring their rights to survival, participation, development, and protection are upheld.