Reality Gives Student
“I became aware of Reality Gives thanks to the National Civil Service Program in Italy. I was amazed the first time I visited Dharavi and the Community Centre; the work that Reality is doing there was really incredible!
During the year that I spent volunteering with them, I was very lucky because I got the chance to work both in the marketing field, by working with the social media team and the rebranding of the spaces, and in the education area by helping the Education Director during trainings for teachers and staff. I learnt a lot from each member of the group and thanks to them I was inspired to impact others’ lives through education.
I’m a teacher today and I recall every day my time spent with Reality Gives as the best and most rewarding experience. I definitely recommend it to everyone who is interested in volunteering.”
“I became aware of Reality Gives thanks to the National Civil Service Program in Italy. I was amazed the first time I visited Dharavi and the Community Centre; the work that Reality is doing there was really incredible!
During the year that I spent volunteering with them, I was very lucky because I got the chance to work both in the marketing field, by working with the social media team and the rebranding of the spaces, and in the education area by helping the Education Director during trainings for teachers and staff. I learnt a lot from each member of the group and thanks to them I was inspired to impact others’ lives through education.
I’m a teacher today and I recall every day my time spent with Reality Gives as the best and most rewarding experience. I definitely recommend it to everyone who is interested in volunteering.”
Reality Gives Student
Meet Sharda, a student on the Reality Gives Youth Program.
Originally from Karnataka, Sharda moved to Mumbai 15 years ago and lives in the heart of Dharavi with her husband and sons. “I come from a village,” says Sharda, “things are different in Mumbai. City life moves so quickly. It’s hard to keep up when people around you are speaking English. I needed to find a way to understand what was going on.”
“A friend recommended this English class to me,” she explains, “I love learning English – especially in class where we get to read aloud and do drama – that’s probably the most fun part.”
For Sharda, learning English was about more than just getting to know the city around her. “I have two boys at home and their English was much better than mine. I wanted to communicate with them more – now they practice with me so we can all improve together.”
The confidence and skills Sharda is building on the Youth Program have propelled her towards a new career. “I dream of being a teacher”, she says. “I need good English to achieve it. My family have been a great support to me. My sons and husband are proud that I am learning a new skill and that I have plans to build a career of my own. I am looking forward to learning more English and reaching my goal.”
Reality Gives Student
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We are a charity providing future generations living in low-income communities with quality education since 2009.
© Copyright 2025 Reality Gives. All Rights Reserved.
