WorldWithoutObstaclesAnnual Report 2013 ‐ 2014 

   

Transforming the lives of communities through Education, Health & Culture

WorldWithoutObstaclesAnnual Report 2013 ‐ 2014�

Introduction  World Without Obstacles is a registered charitable trust registered under Indian Trust Act 1882, vide registration no 5,978 from Delhi. Our mission is to promote inter‐cultural understanding, support the development of deprived communities and to address public health concerns around the world through education, health, culture and volunteer work.  W.W.O is a group of likeminded people who share the ideology of "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" (peace for all) and "Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam" (the whole world is one family). It consists of a team of social entrepreneurs worldwide with broad and diverse social experience.     W.W.O  is  a  team  of  committed  individual  who  formed  into  a  group  to  initiate educational,  social  and  economical  development  activity  for  the  people.  It convergence  of mutual  commitment  that  initiated  the  trust with  a motivation  to facilitate  educational,  social  and  economical  development  opportunities  with  a special focus on the rural population, especial children and women.    Our organization has  initiated various programs related to the following community issues and problems:   • Equality among all people regardless of caste, color, creed, culture, or nationality. 

• Protecting  Children’s  Rights  by  helping  to  fulfill  basic  needs,  and  expanding 

opportunities for street, neglected and underprivileged children 

• Female  empowerment 

• Developing livelihood skills for youth. 

• Public‐health concerns such as HIV/AIDS, Cancer, and addiction. 

   

 Our  Vision   Our vision is a world without obstacles: a world in which people can read & write, are physically and mentally healthy, live in a clean environment and respect each other's cultures, traditions and beliefs.  Our  Mission     Our mission is to become a preeminent and impactful non‐profit organization which transforms lives of people and communities around the world through education, health, environment and culture.  Education: To help and provide children with free access to quality education, to end illiteracy among people particularly within the poorer and deprived communities of India, and to help provide program participants with practical skills that supports their development.  Health: To promote, encourage, facilitate and organize public health camps in rural areas, to support, supply information for health awareness, immunization and family planning measures, to promote, encourage ancient and holistic systems for health care of people namely, Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Siddha, Unani and Homeopathy.        Culture: To promote, encourage, facilitate studies, discussions, seminars, dialogues, interactions, travel exchange programs and other activities in the areas of art, culture, yoga, spirituality etc and to encourage and support the production and the exchange of ideas by Indian and International artists through creation, exhibition and distribution.  To build an “Atithi Niwas” (recourse center) in various parts of the world.    Foundation principles    

Accountability: Being accountable to the society, country and world, loyal to the act, mission and brand of the organization.   

Fraternal ethos: Fostering an environment of trust, respect and fraternal harmony.   

Good governance: ensure a participatory, transparent and consensus based governance.  

Partnership: Nurturing partnership around the world to transform and excel in area of…. 

Team Sprit: Working as a team and practicing a multidisciplinary approach.     

Registration Details   

• World Without Obstacles is registered under The Indian Trust Act of 1882 vide registration no 5,978, Delhi.  

• W.W.O is registered with Income Tax Department under section 12A. No. DIT (E) /12A/ 2011‐2012/ W‐258/ 103/ dated 06‐ 05 ‐2011  

• W.W.O is registered with Income Tax Department under section 80G. No. DIT (E) 2011‐2012/ W‐258/ 176/ dated 06‐ 05 ‐2011  

• FCRA Registration No. 231661368  

• Income Tax Permanent Account No. AAATW1624Q  

 

  Contact details  

Registered office address: H ‐ 5, Garhwali Mohalla Laxmi Nagar Delhi ‐ 110092    Corporate office address: 352, Wadha Business Complex D‐288‐289/10, Near Laxmi Nagar Metro Station Gate # 1 Vikas Marg, Laxmi Nagar Delhi ‐ 110092  T: +91‐ 11‐22017706, 9811172449 E: wwoindia@gmail.com  W: www.worldwithoutobstacles.org  FB: www.facebook.com/WorldWithoutObstacles   

 

 

One half a day workshop held in Aditi Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi to discussed approaches to

overcome the sustainability and scaling challenges for WASH in Schools in the Delhi NCR Region. The

eight five students and two faculties of Social Work Department from Aditi College attended and

share lessons learned, innovations and strategies for improving.

The WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) in schools movement is gaining momentum, evidenced by an

increase in international and local attention and funding, the development of school-based resources,

and implementation designs for schools all over the world, including a “Call to Action for WASH in

Schools,” launched in April 2010 at the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid Conference, by CARE,

Dubai Cares, UNICEF, World Health Organization (WHO), Save the Children, and other key partners. The

objective is to create and maintain “WASH-Friendly” Schools that have safe and healthy environments,

including adequate hygiene and sanitation facilities that allow children to be healthier, more attentive

learners. Since it is estimated that fewer than half of the schools in the world have access to drinking

water, and even fewer have access to adequate sanitation, this situation has become critical.

WWO Workshop Objectives were

Discuss the importance of the three key WASH practices

Analyze and describe the WASH problem

List the elements of a WASH-Friendly School/College

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries Eight Five (85) students & 2 faculties

Organized in cooperation with Dr. Neena Pandey, Manishal Pal, Department of Social Work, Aditi College, University of Delhi

Sponsored by

W.W.O

WASH Workshop in Aditi

College, Delhi University

New Delhi, November 2013

World Without Obstacles process the constructing a multipurpose school building in rural India.

The building is for the Gurukul Children Academy - a primary school in Belsar, Uttar Pradesh. This

project is part of WWO’s educational initiative called “Shikshit Bharat - Unite for an Educated

India.

The Principal had prepared a simple map with the measurements of the land. He had fenced the property with wooden poles and ropes last week and sent us some pics by email. Improvised paper signs along this temporary fence are indicating that a school will be built here. Locals are informed now: the first contours are becoming visible! The architect wants to see the land before he starts designing. He will visit the village as soon as possible. The exact measurements and orientation to the sun need to be checked. He also wants to get an impression of the neighbouring properties and of local building styles. It was decided that he will join the Principal when he returns to his village by train in a few days. At the end of our meeting, the contract was signed, a first instalment paid and a group picture taken. The first step is taken thanks to friends and family who raised just enough money for a first architectural design and sketches. Once our vision is clear, we can start raising big money for construction phase…

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 150-250 children Organized in cooperation with Belsar Block and Panchayat Sponsored by

Annelieke M. Laninga & Bharat Bhushan (Family & Friends)

Building Multipurpose

Education Centre

Belsar, 15 June 2013

Introduction of Swachatta Puraskar (Cleanliness Award) in Gurukul Children Academy School is for

recognizing two students every week who keep the school toilet clean the most as per roster assigned

by teacher. This year we have award nearly 100 students who were selected for the award.

The objective is to create and maintain “WASH-Friendly” schools that have safe and healthy

environments, including adequate hygiene and sanitation facilities that allow children to be healthier,

more attentive learners. Since it is estimated that fewer than half of the schools in the world have

access to drinking water, and even fewer have access to adequate sanitation, this situation has become

critical.

WWO Cleanliness Awards Objectives were:

Discuss the importance of the three key WASH practices in school

Stop open defection in rural area

Help kids to learn using toilet from childhood in rural villages

Behaviour change in the rural communities

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 150 primary school childen

Organized in cooperation with GCA, Belsar, Gonda

Sponsored by Mala Sachdeva

Swachatta Puraskar (Cleanliness Award)

Belsar, April 2013

Relevant Tourism is for volunteers and travelers who are traveling to India and other participating countries around the world and work towards positive social and developmental changes. WWO’s relevant tourism is an immersive experience in India, exposing you to the major examples for making an impact in the world. The concept of supporting causes started with WWO actively involved with local communities through tourism. The organization has endeavored to support encourage and organize individuals and groups to take on a journey of responsible and ethical humanitarian benefit by working together on practical development projects. We work directly with volunteers and volunteering companies to reach an audience in direct need of a helping hand. W.W.O is working to build a place called Atithi Niwas (resource center) that is available to volunteers and travelers who are traveling to India and participating countries and work towards positive social change. Through this center, volunteers/travelers have access to W.W.O initiated projects such as Shikshit Bharat, skill training for youth, yoga and meditation workshops, their participation is always corresponding to their time, skill, knowledge, interests etc. This year we have hosted about five people came to learn and understand various programs on arts, yoga, meditation and helped many students to develop their itineraries from different parts of the world who are interested in learning about Indian art, language and culture.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 5 volunteers

Organized in cooperation with NA

Sponsored by W.W.O

Relevant Tourism

New Delhi, November 2013

WWO organized Live Hand Wash training in Anna Nagar Slum community of Central Delhi on 15 October 2013 in which about 50 - 60 residents and children participated and about 250 paper soaps were distrusted among community people. Global Hand Washing Day is an annual global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of hand washing with soap as an easy, effective, and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives. The first Global Hand washing Day was held in 2008, when over 120 million children around the world washed their hands with soap in more than 70 countries. Since 2008, community and national leaders have used Global Hand washing Day to spread the word about hand washing, build sinks and tippy taps, and demonstrate the simplicity and value of clean hands. Each year, over 200 million people are involved in celebrations in over 100 countries around the world. We plan to do following actitivites in future and years to come:

Foster and support a global and local culture of handwashing with soap

Shine a spotlight on the state of handwashing around the world

Raise awareness about the benefits of handwashing with soap No matter what your role, you can celebrate Global Handwashing Day.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 60 Direct & 400-500 indirect

Organized in cooperation with Riho Palis (Estonia), Jyoti & Poonam (interns from Department of Social Work, Delhi University)

Sponsored by W.W.O

Hand Wash Training for

slums communities

New Delhi, 15 October 2013

World Without Obstacles (WWO) along with Imagination for People (IP) organized the first edition of the Imagine Fiesta - Indian Jamboree on 29th June 2013 at Laxmi Nagar, New Delhi India that was part of 80 events in over 15 countries around the world. In which representatives from 10 different organizations came together to discover innovative social projects, learned “how to do it", exchanged on how best to live together etc. Mr. Bharat Bhushan, General Secretary of WWO and chief organizer the Imagine fiesta - Indian Jamboree briefed the participation about the idea of Imagine Fiesta and Imagination for People project and Indian scenario about the project. All the participants showed interest to join the group and planned to decide a formal name of Indian group that will be circulated to IP in few weeks time. Ms Sandhya Gupta from Suakriti Educational and Welfare Society told about the different constrains of Indian social entrepreneurs like lobbing at various level from municipal to government department, lack of financial resources and people’s perception about social organizations etc. Mr. Dey from Roshni Welfare Development Society suggested all the participations to identify common cause of functioning and locality to address peoples concerned and intended to work together on one project for Indian group that could also to be shared with of other people and IP. All the members planned to promote and advertise about the idea from different people and cities across the country. Mr Bharat asked all the members that there is a need to identifying and bring new potentials members for Indian IP group to join in and suggested that there should be a regular meetings/events to share and discuss about progress of Indian group and future plans… Finally Mr. Maurya presented vote of thanks to all the participants’ and told them that soon there will be formal meeting to launch the official Indian group.

Facts & figures Number of participants

15 organization/NGOs

Organized in cooperation with Mr. Maurya & Mr Dey from Roshini Welfare Foundation

Sponsored by Roshini Welfare Foundation & WWO

Imagine Fiesta

New Delhi, 29 June 2013

In Delhi, 64% newborns die within the first 28 days - The National Capital had the worst Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) among the four metropolitan cities between 2010 and 2012 with 30 newborns dying for every 1,000 live births, a new report has said. A substantial 64 per cent die within the first 28 days of their birth. In respect to Delhi, where 50 percent of the children live in slums and 14.71 per cent of its population is below poverty line - the focus of National Health Mission on maternal and child health, and especially new born by providing adequate number of skilled frontline health workers, building community mechanisms for monitoring and a stronger health system will enable the state to lead on tackling new born child survival, the report points out.

While there has been significant progress on ensuring child survival in India, the fact that nearly 40 per cent of neo-natal deaths occur on the 1st day of birth in India is stalling progress on achieving Millennium Development Goal- 4 (reducing IMR). India accounts for an astounding 29 per cent of the global deaths of newborns on their very first day of birth. About half the first-day deaths around the world could be prevented if every mother and baby had access to free and quality health care and skilled birth attendants.

WWO conducted a session for woman on antenatal check-ups, post-natal care and breast feeding in the slum community of South Campus of Delhi University. During the Session the information & stress that is given to the group members these are as follows topics:

Time to time check-ups with Gynaecologist, tetanus vaccine during the pregnancy.

Iron, calcium tablets and healthy nutrition diet during pregnancy.

Carry the baby in proper position while feeding & time to time consultation with doctor.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 35 women

Organized in cooperation with Sara & Johanna (Volunteers from Finland), Manisha Pal (Assistant Prof. Department of Social Work, Aditi College, University of Delhi)

Sponsored by W.W.O

Mother and Child Health

Session

New Delhi, 18 December 2013

WWO supported in ‘Rhythm of Nature’ an exhibition of painting to promote peace and respect for environment. The exhibition was inaugurated by Mrs. Rekha Sharma, Chairperson, National Women Commission, New Delhi. The inaugural started with lighting of lamp by honored Chief Guest followed by a brief description on the theme of organizing this painting exhibition. The exhibition saw a gathering of more than 500 people from different walks of life. The main highlight of the exhibition was the remarkable painting by Ms Era Tak from 20 - 26 December 2013 at Gallery # 7, Lalit Kala Akademi, Ravindra Bhawan, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi and a portion of the realization was donated to WWO education & health initiatives for underprivileged children. WWO had taken refuge in COLOURS to spread peace, harmony and environment protection; bring freshness and vibrancy to lives. In present times of strife and turmoil, colours have assumed an even bigger role - they have become symbols of peace and harmony. The event was a small step by WWO to generate the great effect for peace, harmony & environment protection across all sections of society.

Facts & figures Number of beneficiaries

500 - 600 visitors

Organized in cooperation with Ms. Era Tak

Sponsored by Era Tak & WWO

Painting Exhibition -

Rhythm of Nature

New Delhi, 20 - 26 December 2013

“Let’s Go To School”-Rally - The campaign has been launched with a special focus on enrolling all out-of-school children at cradles and then retaining them in classes in Belsar Block, District Gonda, Uttar Pradesh.

It has been observed that despite all efforts made over the past years, there are children who are still ‘out-of-school’. The out-of-school children comprise of drop out children and also children who have never been enrolled in the school for various reasons. The main reasons for these children being out-of-school can be attributed to engagement of children in agriculture or other labour work, sibling care, cattle grazing, weak economic condition of family, migration etc.

WWO has organized a rally “Chalo School Chale” (Let’s Go to School) on 16 August 2013 in which 60-70

students of Gurukul Children Academy School has participated along with 5-6 teachers. Students were

holding ply card with the message of Importance to attending schools, and chanting during rally Chalo

School Chale to make people aware about value of education etc…

Facts & figures

Number of students participated 60-70 students participated

Organized in cooperation with Panchayat Belsar, District Gonda

Sponsored by World Without Obstacles

“Chalo School Chale” Rally

Belsar Block, Gonda, 16 August 2013

The objective of the survey on ‘Drinking water Sanitation and Hygiene’ was to collect information on the different aspects of living conditions necessary for decent and healthy living of the household members in urban slums. On drinking water, important information was collected on like sources of drinking water, distance to the source of drinking water and quality of drinking water. On the sanitation facilities, information was collected on access to latrine, in terms of exclusive use, common use or no access, reason for not using latrine despite having access etc. Some information on micro-environment surrounding the house that was collected relates to garbage disposal, drainage arrangement etc. The results of survey will be released in a reports based on comprehensive tabulation of subject parameters and indicators in various cross classifications generated from the central sample data. Corresponding to survey on Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Condition, besides this document on key results, the results are released in one report. The title of the report is ‘Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Belsar Village’.

Facts & figures Number of beneficiaries

100 respondents reached

Organized in cooperation with Gurukul Children Academy & Annelieke Laninga Sponsored by

World Without Obstacles

Rural Drinking Water &

Sanitation Survey

Block Belsar, Gonda April – Dec 2013

Many bright, hardworking and deserving students in India do not complete their education because of their poor economic background. Many of them are children of poor farmers and daily wage laborers who go to great lengths to provide their children basic education. The students themselves study in conditions which would not be acceptable in any developed country. They lack basic infrastructure like a table and chair sufficient books etc. In spite of these odds, they manage to qualify in the entrance exams for professional streams, but they back out due to lack of financial support. It was decided by the trust to generate funds from individuals and organizations so as to sponsor students with merit from the economically deprived rural communities to manifest progress by providing them with financial support. The Kedar Nath Educational Scholarship (KNES) Fund was started in 2012 which provides financial and material (stationary, books, uniform etc) support to children from for backward, deprived and minority communities of villages. This year we awarded six scholarships under this category to the student from GCA, Belsar.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries

6 Students

Organized in cooperation with GCA School, Belsar, Gonda

Sponsored by Annelieke M Laninga (Anna)

Educational Scholarship for

Deprived Student

Belsar, Gonda 2013- 2014

Many families falling under the backward category, specifically financially challenged people, find it extremely difficult to buy stationary for all of its’ academic calendar. The aim of this program is to provide stationary to the villagers by giving them basic stationary like books, notebook, pens, pencils, colours etc under the Kedar Nath Educational Scholarship (KNES) Fund to children from underprivileged background in rural areas. As many children were forced to drop out of school due to financial constraints. The supports and help are to cover the costs of school fees, uniforms and stationery etc. Children - mainly from backwards classes, physically challenged, and children ‐ living far off place are highly eligible for sponsorship under this program. WWO organized school stationery kit distribution drive this year to support these families to afford and access good and quality education. This will be part of the 'Shikshit Bharat' initiative of the organization. 220 students from GCA School received the stationery kits. For the past few years, the event has been running successfully and benefitted over 1500 students.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries

220 children

Organized in cooperation with Gurukul Children Academy, Belsar

Sponsored by W.W.O & Annelieke Laninga

Stationary Distribution

GCA, Belsar, 2013 - 2014

The objective of the survey is to know the access of ‘Clean Drinking water, Sanitation & Hygiene’ level

in Anna Nagar slum and to collect information on the different aspects of living conditions necessary

for decent and healthy living of the household members in urban slums.

On drinking water, important information was collected on like sources of drinking water, distance to the source of drinking water and quality of drinking water. On the sanitation facilities, information was collected on access to latrine, in terms of exclusive use, common use or no access, reason for not using latrine despite having access etc. Some information on micro-environment surrounding the house that was collected relates to garbage disposal, drainage arrangement etc. The results of survey will be released in a reports based on comprehensive tabulation of subject parameters and indicators in various cross classifications generated from the central sample data. Corresponding to survey on Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Condition, besides this document on key results, the results are planned for release in one report.

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries 160 families

Organized in cooperation with Department of Social Work, Aditi College, University of Delhi

Sponsored by World Without Obstacles

Drinking Water & Sanitation

Survey in Anna Nagar Slum

New Delhi, August - December 2013

The WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) half day workshop held for teachers in primary & upper

primary government school at Rupaidih Block of Gonda District in Uttar Pradesh. Topics discussed

were approaches to overcome the sustainability and scaling challenges for WASH in Schools in Gonda

district. About 13 participants attended and shared lessons learned innovations and strategies for

improving.

The WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) in Schools movement is gaining momentum, evidenced by an

increase in international and local attention and funding, the development of school-based resources,

and implementation designs for schools all over the world, including a “Call to Action for WASH in

Schools,” launched in April 2010 at the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid Conference, by CARE,

Dubai Cares, UNICEF, World Health Organization (WHO), Save the Children, and other key partners. The

objective is to create and maintain “WASH-Friendly” Schools that have safe and healthy environments,

including adequate hygiene and sanitation facilities that allow children to be healthier, more attentive

learners. Since it is estimated that fewer than half of the schools in the world have access to drinking

water, and even fewer have access to adequate sanitation, this situation has become critical. During this

training we inspected a toilet which was locked by teachers for personal and staff use but after the

training the toilet was unlocked and is now available for children to use.

WWO Workshop Objectives were

Discuss the importance of the three key WASH practices in school

Analyze and describe the WASH problem in schools

List the elements of a WASH-Friendly School

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries

Thirteen (13) teachers

Organized in cooperation with Bharat Bhushan, Founder WWO

Sponsored by WWO & Annelieke Laninga

WASH Training in Rupaidih,

Gonda, UP

Gonda, 14 August 2013

In the contemporary world the youth is facing the most of adversity and lack of association within the society. Around 60% of the population in India constitutes of youth, yet it remains the most subjugated and marginalized. The difficult circumstances that young people face because of limited opportunities for education and training, feasible employment and health and social services, and because of a growing incidence of substance abuse and juvenile criminal behavior is deteriorating the chance of India’s quest for achieving the status of a developed Nation. WWO’s Ikanós youth empowerment program is committed to provide the best educational opportunities both formal & informal to student at all level and helps rural and urban youth through education, skill and vocational training. Our volunteers provide guidance, direction to the youth to choose best option available for the career keeping in mind about the time, resources and skill the person is having. Supporting youth will in turn lead to healthy relationships and mature adults. Volunteers realize the needs and concerns youth are much different than those of adults and support will include measures to deal with these differences. This year we assist with graduation and post graduation for dropout, facilitate scholarship and offer counseling to 15 - 20 youth to pursue their higher education from distance learning mode to complete their graduation/post graduation among them few are Mr. Sarin Prakash, Ms. Ritu, Ms. Jyoti, Mr. Santosh Kumar Rai, Mr. Inder Singh etc

Facts & figures

Number of beneficiaries

15-20 Students

Organized in cooperation with Rajat Prakash Sponsored by

W.W.O

Ikanós Youth Empowerment

Program

New Delhi, 2013-2014