Legend has it that ancient pilgrims would undertake an arduous journey on foot of encircling the Narmada river from its origin in Amarkantak to Bharuch where it flows out into the Arabian Sea. So is the potential of a young person. In a time where inherited boundaries define many of the choices a young person makes, our work facilitates a process where they can have information and an individual s
tance based on an informed worldview. Pravah Anhad is, located at Indore, the education of the state of Madhya Pradesh with a population of approximately 2.4 million and a high rate of migration into the city of mostly laborers and students, with the city’s youth comprising over 55 percent of the population. The city is undergoing a number of changes, which is resulting in a lot of turmoil. In terms of aspirations, the city is looking towards Bombay - malls, multi- storied buildings and call centers. Personality development, English speaking classes and easy businesses among others are on the rise. Dealing with this fast paced urbanization while being rooted in the cultural tradition has created a tough situation for young people. After having done an analysis on the changing scenario of the city, our intervention in Indore is aimed at creating a safe and inclusive space for the young people of the city where they understand themselves amidst the pressures of family, peers, and their careers. We recognize an urgent need to create such a space where they simultaneously engage with their community, understanding its influence on them and vice versa, and are able to make informed choices.
