Shikshak Mitra
Contact :
Dr. Pooja Thakkar Email:[email protected]
Ms. Mrunmayee Agnihotri Email :mrunmayee.agnihotri@gmailcom
IPH has been working with school teachers as a group for last 9+ years. Every year 3-4 schools are selected with common factor in their functioning such as child centric curriculum, working with lower socio-economic group students, working in a tribal or rural area etc. Teachers from these schools are given intensive training at IPH for ten days in one academic year covering practical issues in mental health as applicable to a teacher In his or her day to day functioning. The inputs and hospitality provided by IPH team is completely free of charge and the only returns IPH expects from these teachers is improvement in their working. Shikshak mitra has reached over 500+ teachers in last 9 years.
Initiative Overview
- PH has been collaborating with school teachers for over 9 years.
- Focuses on teachers from schools with specific characteristics, such as:
- Child-centric curriculum.
- Working with lower socio-economic groups.
- Located in tribal or rural areas.
Training Program:
- Selected teachers undergo a 10-day intensive training at IPH during the academic year.
- Training addresses practical mental health issues relevant to teachers daily roles.
- The program is offered completely free of charge.
Goals and Impact
IPH's expectation is the enhancement of teachers' performance and impact in their schools.
The program, named Shikshak Mitra, has trained over 500 teachers in the past 9 years.
Adaptability
- Sessions are also conducted in an online format, enabling participation from teachers across Maharashtra.