Educational Aid for Amudha and Meena

About a year ago, Sangam India sponsored the higher education of two students, Amudha and Meena. These sisters, residents of the former Ramavaram slum, have shown great potential and their parents are very supportive of their dreams and aspirations.

Unfortunately, due to the tragic fire at the Ramavaram slum, their family is going to be relocated to a new settlement; quite far from their school. Having finished half of their education, it would be difficult or impossible for them to continue their studies in their new residence.

Not wanting their education to falter, and with the support of their parents, we’re looking for ways to keep Amudha and Meena in Chennai, preferably near the Porur area, for them to continue their +2 education. Two of our members are researching hostels in the area that will suit them. We’ll help to take care of their needs, including with uniforms and a monthly stipend, while they are here. If you can provide us with any information about where we can accommodate them, please let us know.

Please check back for updates on this story. We aren’t sure how much it will cost, but we’ll find out and report here. If you’re interested in sponsoring these girls specifically, please let us know.

Left to Right: Nivedita (Sangam India,) Lakshmi (the girls' elder sister,)
Malar (Sangam India,) Amudha and Meena