OurRoots—Cultural Heritage
Geographic and socio-economic context: Chaukori (2,010 m), remote region, limited digital infrastructure, seasonal access challenges. Most student families have low incomes; many are daily wage earners or smallholders.
Intervention model highlights (access, scholarships, community engagement, vocational training, measurable outcomes) and the ripple effect on household economic mobility.
| Challenge | HIC Intervention | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| No local quality secondary education | Nursery–Class XII under one institution | 930+ students receive continuous education locally. |
| Family poverty and migration | Scholarships and minimal / no-fee policy (200 students) | Reduced migration and improved student retention. |
| Gender gap in access | Targeted scholarships for girls | Girls enrollment increased to 321 (36%). |
| Lack of vocational skills | On-campus vocational training | Job-ready graduates |