IKVANSHU
APPLICATION FOR SAPNO KI UDAAN FELLOWSHIP 2025 IS NOW OPEN
Sapno ki Udaan Fellowship
Why the SAPNO KI UDAAN Fellowship?
Bringing About Social Change Should Not Be a Privilege
In India, many social entrepreneurs come from privileged backgrounds that allow them to take risks and fund their ideas. However, passionate community members from low-income areas often lack these resources. The SAPNO KI UDAAN Fellowship seeks to change this dynamic by offering fellows monthly stipends, enabling them to focus on their vision without compromising their financial responsibilities. This support allows them to drive social change without sacrificing their ability to care for their families.
Cultivating Grassroots Leaders
At Ikvanshu, we believe that individuals from low-income communities, with the right guidance, mentorship, and connections, possess the potential to bring about sustainable social change. These community leaders can become role models, inspiring others and making a lasting impact on their communities.
Restoring Agency to the People
We trust in the expertise of those with lived experiences in their communities. Ikvanshu's approach is to distribute power and resources to grassroots leaders who know the solutions to their problems but lack the support to implement them. By restoring agency to those directly impacted by social issues, we empower them to lead and implement change.
Fellowship Cadence
To be eligible for the SAPNO KI UDAAN Fellowship, applicants must:
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Reside in a slum or low income community
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Be at least 18 years of age
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10th pass
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Have a passion for bringing change in their community
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Commit to working on their venture through the pilot phase
Pre-Pilot
We are currently piloting our model with Tulika Rajbhar, a community leader working to improve waste segregation, composting, and urban space design in her community through her venture, Neev. Follow their journey on Instagram to learn more.
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What is the total duration of the fellowship? / फेलोशिप कुल कितने महीने की है?The fellowship will run for a total of 12 months , during which selected fellows will engage in learning, mentoring, and community-based action. / फेलोशिप कुल 12 महीने चलेगी, जिसमें चुने गए फेलो सीखने, गाइडेंस लेने और कम्युनिटी से जुड़ा काम करेंगे।
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How much time do I have to commit to this fellowship? / मुझे इस फेलोशिप के लिए कितना समय देना होगा?Fellows are expected to commit approximately 8-10 hours for workshops, mentorship sessions, and work on their community projects. Some flexibility will be given for academic schedules. / फेलो से उम्मीद की जाती है कि वे वर्कशॉप्स, मेंटॉरशिप सत्रों और अपने कम्युनिटी प्रोजेक्ट्स पर काम करने के लिए लगभग 8-10 घंटे देंगे। अकादमिक शेड्यूल के लिए थोड़ी लचीलापन दी जाएगी।
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If I am from outside Mumbai, can I apply for the fellowship? / अगर मैं मुंबई के बाहर से हूं, तो क्या मैं फेलोशिप के लिए अप्लाई कर सकता हूं?No, currently the fellowship is open only to individuals residing in or around Mumbai. However, we are open to applicants from nearby areas such as Thane, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, and other accessible regions. / नहीं, अभी फेलोशिप केवल मुंबई में या मुंबई के आस-पास रहने वाले व्यक्तियों के लिए खुली है। हालांकि, हम थाने, वाशी, नवी मुंबई और अन्य आसानी से पहुंचने वाले इलाकों से अप्लिकेंट्स के लिए खुले हैं।
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If I have completed my 10th standard, but I am less than 18 years old, can I still apply for the fellowship? / अगर मैंने 10वीं कक्षा पूरी कर ली है, लेकिन मेरी उम्र 18 साल से कम है, तो क्या मैं फिर भी फेलोशिप के लिए अप्लाई कर सकता हूं?No, applicants must have completed their 10th standard and be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. / नहीं, अप्लाई करने के समय आवेदक को 10वीं कक्षा पूरी करनी होगी और उनकी उम्र कम से कम 18 साल होनी चाहिए।
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Do I need to address a particular social issue in my community? / क्या मुझे अपनी कम्युनिटी में कोई खास सामाजिक मुद्दा उठाना होगा?Yes. The fellowship encourages young changemakers to identify and work on a specific social issue they are passionate about — such as education, environment, gender equality, disability, mental health, or any other local challenge / जी हां। फेलोशिप युवा चेंजमेकर्स को प्रेरित करती है कि वे किसी खास सामाजिक मुद्दे को पहचानें और उस पर काम करें, जो उन्हें पसंद हो — जैसे कि शिक्षा, पर्यावरण, लिंग समानता, विकलांगता, मानसिक स्वास्थ्य, या कोई अन्य स्थानीय चुनौती।
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Will the fellowship be an online or offline fellowship? / क्या फेलोशिप ऑनलाइन होगी या ऑफलाइन?The fellowship will be conducted in a hybrid format, with both online sessions and offline engagements (such as workshops and community work), depending on feasibility and safety. / फेलोशिप हाइब्रिड फॉर्मेट में होगी, जिसमें ऑनलाइन सत्र और ऑफलाइन गतिविधियाँ (जैसे वर्कशॉप्स और कम्युनिटी काम) दोनों होंगे, जो सुविधा और सुरक्षा के आधार पर तय होंगे।
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Will I get a stipend amount for the duration of the fellowship? / क्या मुझे फेलोशिप की अवधि के लिए स्टाइपेंड मिलेगा?Fellows may receive a modest stipend to support their time and efforts during the program. / फेलोशिप के दौरान फेलो को उनके समय और प्रयासों के लिए एक मामूली स्टाइपेंड मिल सकता है।
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Will I get a seed amount to pilot my idea in the community? / क्या मुझे अपने आइडिया को कम्युनिटी में पायलट करने के लिए एक सीड राशि मिलेगी?Yes. Selected fellows will receive a seed grant to pilot their social innovation or project within their community. / जी हां। चुने गए फेलो को अपने सोशल इनोवेशन या प्रोजेक्ट को अपनी कम्युनिटी में पायलट करने के लिए एक सीड ग्रांट मिलेगी।
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What will I get after the fellowship? / फेलोशिप के बाद मुझे क्या मिलेगा?Upon completing the fellowship, you will receive: A certificate of completion Access to a growing alumni network Continued support and mentorship Opportunities to showcase and scale your initiative फेलोशिप पूरा करने पर आपको मिलेगा: एक प्रमाण पत्र बढ़ती हुई अलुमनी नेटवर्क का एक्सेस लगातार समर्थन और मार्गदर्शन आपके पहल को दिखाने और उसे बढ़ाने के अवसर