Educational Hostels

"We are just working people. We have never seen anything or been anywhere. My life has been nothing more than working eating and sleeping. All I want is to see my son get a good education so that he can make something more of his life".

Karuna is currently supporting 18 educational hostels in 5 Indian states allowing nearly 1,000 boys and girls from very poor backgrounds to continue their education.

Many school children from deprived backgrounds in India drop out of education by the age of ten. Often their parents are illiterate and unable to provide support or guidance; their local schools are very poor; or they need to work to earn extra income for their family.

Urban hostels funded by Karuna provide accommodation while students attend local schools. Trained staff and volunteers make hostels a stimulating, friendly environment encouraging the all-round development of the children. In this way, over the years, thousands of students have been supported to complete their education and are better prepared for the challenge of helping themselves and their communities.

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