30+ years of Adivasi community-led education in Gudalur, Tamil Nadu
Education rooted in culture, responsive to context, and grounded in collective aspirations
VBVT works to create an education system that is co-designed and led by Adivasi communities, reflects the realities and aspirations of their children, and enables them to thrive academically, socially, and culturally.
Through schools, hostels, village-based learning centres, and teacher education, VBVT reclaims education as a practice of freedom - one that strengthens identity, deepens connection, supports communities and influences the outside world in shaping their own futures.
Where: Gudalur, Nilgiris District, Tamil Nadu, India
Partner: Viswa Bharati Vidyodaya Trust
Years of community-led education
Adivasi children reached
Villages served
Adivasi communities shaping their own futures through education that is rooted in their culture, responsive to their context, and grounded in their collective aspirations.
Your contribution helps sustain schools, hostels, and village learning centres that serve Adivasi children. Support education that preserves culture while building futures.
Provide ongoing support for schools, hostels, and learning centres serving Adivasi children.
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Routing Number: 091311229
Account Number: 202532961407
Bank Address: 4501 23rd Avenue S, Fargo, ND 58104
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