Global Shapers Chennai’s innovative web app connects volunteers with non-profits

Lifestyle By Roshne Balasubramanian 21/09/2023 Read the article

According to the Central Statistical Institute of India, there are a 33 lakh NGOs in India. However, India ranked among the lowest in the Giving Index developed by the Charities Aid Foundation.

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One major issue is that individuals interested in contributing beyond mere aspirations may encounter challenges in identifying a suitable NGO.

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The Chennai Hub of the Global Shapers Community, an initiative by the World Economic Forum, has introduced the Chennai Volunteer Guide app designed to facilitate volunteerism.

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The app provides a comprehensive list of 80+ NGOs operating across eight sectors, including environment, animal welfare, LGBTQIA+, health, housing and development, and more.

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Sharath Balasubramanian, the project head explains, “Through the Volunteer Guide, our goal was to bridge this awareness gap regarding the existence of these NGOs and their missions.”

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The guide offers crucial details, including the location, the impact, the time commitment required, specific volunteer days, certification and essential contact information.

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The long-term vision is ambitious: it’s the aspiration to focus on curriculum development for subjects often overlooked in traditional educational systems.

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“From data sciences to practical skills such as Excel and basic SQL, the idea is to equip students with knowledge directly applicable to the workforce,” Sharath adds.

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