PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Introduction

The Transition Program under non-residential program focuses on empowering young individuals from Child Care Institutions (CCIs) and supporting women through structured initiatives aimed at work readiness and overall well-being. The primary purpose of the grant is to bridge the gap between institutional care and independent living, equipping participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to navigate adulthood successfully.

This program focuses with two key components:

1. 1. Early Transition at CCIs Online: This component targeted 10 CCIs in Bengaluru, engaging 150 children aged 16–18. The objective was to provide structured support through exposure visits, workshops, skill-building sessions, and counselling to prepare them for life beyond institutional care.

1. 1. Early Transition at CCIs – Offline : Resources were allocated to facilitate workshops, organize exposure visits, and skilling opportunities. These activities focused on building financial literacy, career readiness, legal identity documentation, and emotional resilience for the youth.

Exposure Visit	Workshop
Bank	Aadhar & Pan Card
Post office	Financial Literacy
Corporate visit	Emotion, Relationship and sexuality
Skills centre	Career Guideline
University	Public sector Exams

Outcome Of The Offline Transition

A transition module aims to empower care leavers by educating them about career options, education, Financial management, banking services, and legal documents. It includes workshops and exposures to help young people understand day to day interactions with these services. The program will be held from April to September 2023-24, with sessions in Bengaluru and Chennai. Each session lasts 10 days and involves career counselling, work readiness, and visits to educational and professional institutions. Designed for 16 to 18-year-olds. Program Objective to achieve

1. 1. Work Readiness:
      o Equip participants with financial literacy, career guidance, and exposure to workplace dynamics.
      o Exposure visit understand training, skilling opportunities, and higher education.
      o Assist in securing essential legal documents such as Aadhar and PAN cards for financial and legal independence.
   2. Enabling Interpersonal and communication skills:
      o Create opportunities for recreational and social engagement for sense of community and belonging.
   3. Independent Living Skills:
      o Enhance practical life skills such as banking, Budget Planning, and navigating government services.