The gift of education

INSTITUTE OF PEOPLES' EDUCATION - JAN SHIKSHAN SANSTHAN (JSS), a job training program launched by the Government of India, is run by the M.A. Math in Idukki, Kerala and Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu. More than 100 courses in occupations varying from candle making to computer science are offered through this program. The M.A. Math also encourages JSS beneficiaries to participate in their communities and offer selfless service.

Learning to read and write

In a village called Idukki, the villagers and tribal people live amidst serene and beautiful surroundings.

They do not have an opportunity to come to the mainstream of urban life. They endure all the hardships of disease and illeteracy without much help. Their daily income is not consistent.

JSS volunteers once again appear in this sad scene. Each volunteer dedicates him or herself to one student. The students are taught to read and write.

They are all taught usually one alphabet per day.

They are given homework and practice lessons.

Many women are taught by women volunteers.

Group classes are also conducted to read.

The student villagers sit together and practice their reading skills like in a classroom atmosphere under the supervision of a JSS volunteer..

JSS is such a wonderful program of the M.A.Math where men and women are given hope and confidence to march forward in life, The work of these volunteers goes a long way in making a positive change in the lives of so many poor people.

Beneficiaries and more

Educating the tribal people