VOCATIONAL PROJECTS

Vocational training is imperative for teenage children.  A range of in-house courses and links with other institutes provide opportunities for Akanksha children to develop vocational skills. Akanksha provides vocational opportunities to its older children, running tailoring, gardening and a unique art project for its children.

Art for Akanksha is project where the Akanksha children produce artworks in an environment of fun and laughter. The artworks are then packaged by the children’s mothers or transformed into various products. Bank accounts are set up for each child in the project, which act as a method of saving and as an incentive for the children to complete school.  In addition to being a source of income for the children and mothers, the project channels the creativity of these children towards a productive endeavour, and serves as an important form of vocational training. 
 

Gardening class teaches children the different techniques of gardening and vermiculture. The children enjoy their theory and practicals at the gardening classes.

Sewing and Tailoring Class is another vocation offered at our centres. Boys and girls learn sewing, embroidery and other skills on sewing machines donated to us. All products made here are sold at exhibitions. This skill will enable children to work as apprentices with tailors and become independent. 

Computer Class is conducted at the Akanksha office on Saturdays and Sundays. Children are introduced to t computer and taught basic computer skills. This will help them take up a job as office assistants in offices and small businesses.