PRIME EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL TRUST, located in Pondicherry, South India, is dedicated to supporting women and children facing poverty and injustice. Our organization aims to create a world where everyone can reach their full potential by empowering, educating and engaging underrepresented individuals. We offer volunteer, internship, and gap year opportunities for passionate individuals who share our goals. Our minimum volunteer duration is one month, ensuring a meaningful experience for both volunteers and the community we support. We prioritize genuine impact over short-term "voluntourism" or superficial "Instagram experiences." Together, we can make a lasting difference.
OUR IMPACT AREAS
EMPOWERING WOMENFrom microfinance groups to vocational training programs, Prime Trust is working to help the women in Indian society achieve a better life through economic empowerment and self-sufficiency. Read more.
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INTEGRATED CHILD DEVELOPMENTAt Prime Trust, we strive to provide every child the opportunity to attain a quality education. Read more about our child sponsorship program, after-school programs, and Janani Children’s Home.
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AWARENESS GENERATIONPrime Trust recognizes that economic empowerment needs to be complemented by a deep understanding of the social factors that perpetuate inequality. Read more
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SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELESSThe urban poor and homeless in Pondicherry face numerous challenges, including caste and gender disparities, limited governmental services, lack of job and educational opportunities, urbanization, and migration. Read more.
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RURAL HEALTH MISSIONSPrime Trust actively collaborates with local and international organizations to provide essential healthcare services, including critical care, preventive check-ups, vaccinations, and eye care, to the rural poor in Tamil Nadu. Read more.
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RURAL WATER AND SANITATION Prime Trust is actively addressing this critical issue by collaborating with international non-governmental organizations to install modern wells in the rural villages surrounding Pondicherry. Read more
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OUR ACCREDITATIONS