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Moved by the plight of these children, who were often forced into child labor due to financial hardships, Akash and his team committed themselves to a mission: to provide quality education and opportunities to the socially and financially disadvantaged. The organization’s name, “Aaj,” symbolizes the urgency to act today to shape a better tomorrow.
What began as a humble initiative to bring education to underprivileged children has evolved into a multi-faceted organization tackling poverty, empowering women and youth, and promoting environmental conservation. Over the years, Aaj Individual Development & Education Society has become a beacon of hope for communities in need.
Timeline of Key Milestones
2006
Aaj Individual Development & Education Society was legally registered under the BPT Act, 1950, and Society Act, 1860.
2008
Launched the first free education program for 100 socially and financially backward children in rural Maharashtra.
2010
Expanded focus to include women empowerment through skill development and livelihood programs.
2013
Initiated disaster relief efforts, providing aid to over 300 families affected by local calamities.
2015
Introduced environmental preservation programs, including a large-scale tree plantation drive with 5,000 saplings.
2018
Started capacity-building programs for rural youth, training 200 individuals in industrial and agricultural skills.
2020
Provided educational and healthcare support to communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2023
Celebrated 17 years of impactful work, having reached over 50,000 individuals through education, skilling, and livelihood programs.