Religare Enterprises signs MoU with AWWA to support five more Asha Schools for specially-abled children

New Delhi, April 18th, 2023. Religare Enterprises Limited (REL) has announced that it will extend its support to five more Asha Schools for specially-abled children across India. Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), REL has extended its support for these Schools in Pune, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Secunderabad and Udhampur. AWWA supports the running of Asha Schools.

The announcement comes after the successful completion of the first phase of the collaboration between REL and AWWA which began in December, 2022 in Delhi. The initial phase covered the modernisation of the Asha School in Delhi. REL will continue supporting AWWA in its endeavour to run these schools.

Speaking about the initiative, Dr Rashmi Saluja, Executive Chairperson, Religare Enterprises Limited said, “We are proud to be able to support the development of Asha Schools. At Religare, we believe in creating a positive impact in the communities we serve, and we see this initiative as an opportunity to do just that. The Schools mentor and nurture children admirably, allowing them to reach their full potential. By supporting the education and well-being of specially-abled children, we hope to create a better future for them and our society.”

Replicating the module-based approach implemented at Delhi, REL will offer holistic support through various interventions, including the development of curriculum, infrastructure and the faculty’s capabilities. Religare will also support the schools with medical and nutritional requirements of the students in addition to providing transportation facilities, vocational guidance and placement and internship assistance. 

REL also plans for their gradual introduction to corporates by organising internship and training opportunities. After their training, Religare will also offer employment within Religare Group companies spread over 100 locations in India. 

The new Asha Schools will have modern facilities and resources, providing a nurturing environment for children with disabilities to learn and grow.