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A significant step towards strengthening care and opportunities for children in institutional settings. On 17th March, Magic Bus India Foundation signed an agreement with the Department of Women and Child Development (WCD), Government of NCT of Delhi, in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi. This partnership marks a shared commitment to creating safer, more enabling environments for children and young people in need of care and protection. Through this collaboration, Magic Bus will implement its sports and play-based life skills curriculum across 20 identified Government-run Child Care Institutions (CCIs). Designed around experiential learning, the programme uses sport as a tool to build life skills such as emotional regulation, stress management, self-awareness, and confidence. By strengthening resilience, aspirations, and social connections with peers and trusted adults, the initiative aims to equip young people with the skills they need to navigate challenges and move towards a more secure and hopeful future. Together, we can create systems that don’t just care, but empower. Let’s join hands and make a difference. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #WCDDelhi #ChildCareInstitutions #LifeSkills #SportsForDevelopment

At Magic Bus India Foundation, we believe adolescence is a turning point—where the right support can shape confident, capable futures. A meaningful collaboration is on the horizon, designed to strengthen our mission and expand opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and lead. Kicking off soon… something big is in motion! Stay with us as we prepare to unveil what’s next. #Partnership #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #LaunchingSoon #PreBuzz #Adolescents #Livelihoods #FutureReady

Community transformation is most sustainable when it is driven from within. Through #SocialActionTask, Magic Bus's Community Youth Leaders (CYL) like Akash are solving real challenges; improving infrastructure, restoring access, and strengthening pathways to opportunity. This is the change we strive to build every day! #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #CommunityTransformation #YouthInAction #Empowerment

At Magic Bus India Foundation, we believe that learning goes beyond the classroom; and it is through real-world exposure that life skills truly come alive. As part of our Adolescent Programme, we recently facilitated an Exposure Visit for our #GirlsChampions to Lohardaga Mahila Thana. This initiative aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical understanding, empowering young girls to navigate real-life situations with confidence and awareness. During the visit, our girls had the opportunity to engage with Binita Hembrom, Sub-Inspector and In-charge of the Mahila Thana. She led an insightful session covering key aspects of the POCSO Act, women-related cases, and essential safety measures. The interaction also shed light on the role of the Mahila Thana in providing support and protection to women and girls, reinforcing trust in institutional systems. Through this exposure visit, our Girls Champions gained a deeper understanding of: • Legal provisions safeguarding children and women • Mechanisms for seeking help and reporting concerns • Preventive measures against violence • The critical role of law enforcement in ensuring safety Such initiatives are integral to our approach, enabling adolescents to connect life skills education with lived realities, fostering informed, resilient, and empowered young leaders. Join us and support this journey! Donate and empower the underserved communities today. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #AdolescentProgramme #LifeSkills #ExposureVisit #GirlsEmpowerment #CommunityEngagement

From Playgrounds to Possibilities An important milestone for the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of NCT of Delhi, in partnership with Magic Bus India Foundation, as the introduction and orientation of Project Tarang was conducted at Observation Home for Boys-II. Secretary, WCD, Dr. Rashmi Singh IAS - Was briefed on Project Tarang and its vision - Marked the beginning of a dynamic collaboration focused on play-based life skills The presence of Principal Magistrates of JJBs across Delhi added strength to this initiative, where key activities under the collaboration were unveiled. Project Tarang envisions creating opportunities for young people to play, learn, and grow. @DWCDDelhi #ProjectTarang #YouthDevelopment #PlayLearnGrow #NewBeginnings #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #Collaboration #GovernmentPartnershipProgramme

What happens when storytelling, technology, and human values come together? A transformative learning experience that touched lives across Kolkata. #AIkiDuniya - A Joint Initiative by PwC and Magic Bus India that impacted 8,941 young readers, 376 PwC volunteers, 17 schools, 752+ volunteer hours, and 76+ interactive stories! Together, we created a space where curiosity thrived, reflections deepened, and technology became a tool for meaningful learning, not just innovation. What #Volunteers shared about Magic Bus’ #EmployeeVolunteeringProgramme “Beautifully designed learning tools made engagement effortless and impactful.” “A powerful blend of storytelling, technology, and social impact” “A journey that reignited their own creativity and love for learning” This is the power of collaboration. Where purpose meets people, and learning becomes a shared story. #AIKiDuniya #PwC #MagicBusIndia #SocialImpact #VolunteerEngagement #StorytellingForChange #PurposeDrivenLearning

A Magic Bus initiative, in collaboration with @JSWFoundation under the JSW Aspire project, created a visible shift in school culture, where effort was recognised, confidence grew, and leadership naturally followed. The shop encouraged students to earn token money by completing homework, supporting classmates, staying disciplined, and keeping their school clean. What began as a structured reward system evolved into a practical lesson in responsibility, thoughtful decision-making, and the value of earning before spending. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #MagicShop #JSWFoundation #JSWAspire #ChildhoodToLivelihood #LifeSkills

Chasing confidence, courage, and a future that won't wait! #CandidSunday #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #SportForDevelopment #S4D #Sports #LifeSkills

If sport could unlock one superpower for your future… what would you choose? This International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, let’s talk about how sport is more than just a game. It’s a space where young people discover who they are and who they can become. At Magic Bus India Foundation, we work with adolescents every day who use sport to develop themselves, build confidence, stay in school, challenge stereotypes, and dream bigger. Vote now & tag a friend you’d want on your team, on and off the field! #SportForDevelopment #InternationalDayOfSport #YouthVoices #AdolescentEmpowerment #MagicBusIndiaFoundation What’s the biggest game-changer sport can bring to your life?

The latest edition of #MagicConnect is here with some exciting updates! From nurturing ambition in adolescents through our Government Partnership Programme to fostering the professional growth of underserved youth, we’re setting new benchmarks and unlocking potential opportunities. The key highlight of the month is all about our participation at the India AI Impact Summit! Curious to know more? Check out the full newsletter and join us in creating a lasting change! #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #Newsletter #AIImpactSummit2026 linkedin.com/pulse/magic-co…

In the news: a recognition shaped by our people. We are honoured to be featured in a leading publication, Business Standard, as we mark six consecutive years of Great Place to Work® Certification, reflecting a culture that enables people to grow and create lasting impact. Read the full coverage: business-standard.com/content/press-… #Media #Feature #GreatPlaceToWork #Recognition&Awards #SixYearsStrong #PeopleFirst #WorkCulture #ValuesMatter #JoinUs #MagicBusIndiaFoundation

Real skills create real opportunity! We’re grateful to @DellFdn for spotlighting the impact of our partnership. Such collaborations are a true example of what’s possible when organisations come together with a shared commitment to empowering young people. At Magic Bus, we believe in working towards building skills early, making learning more engaging, more relevant, and more connected to life beyond school. Together, we are creating pathways from education to meaningful, sustainable livelihoods. Drop a comment if you wish to join us in shaping brighter futures for young people.

Real change happens when compassion meets commitment! In collaboration with Magic Bus, volunteers from State Street had the privilege of visiting a blind school, where they witnessed first‑hand the resilience, curiosity, and potential of students who are often overlooked by mainstream systems. The experience transformed into action as the volunteers dedicated their time and hearts to creating pre‑primary learning books for visually impaired children - books that will soon become the foundation of libraries in two government blind schools in Hyderabad. In addition to this, around 50 specially prepared notebooks were completed for visually impaired students, with our volunteers carefully writing their own names in Braille - a simple gesture, yet one filled with dignity, respect, and connection. These notebooks will be distributed to students at the Darul Shifa School, serving as a reminder that learning should never be limited by accessibility. At Magic Bus, we believe these volunteering efforts are not about charity; they are about equity. About creating resources where there are none. About building confidence, curiosity, and opportunity at the very beginning of a child’s learning journey. Our #EmployeeVolunteeringProgramme is a path to not only talk about inclusion and diversity but actively build it. We reinforce a collective spirit where leaders and volunteers work side by side, united by empathy and purpose. Interested to #VolunteerWithMagicBus? Let us know via comments. #VolunteeringWithPurpose #InclusionInAction #EducationForAll #AccessibilityMatters #DiversityAndInclusion #SocialImpact #Hyderabad #Braille #GivingBack

#LeadHERship begins with a voice that refuses to stay unheard. Across classrooms, communities, and boardrooms, women at Magic Bus India Foundation are driving change with courage, conviction, and purpose. Their voices challenge barriers, their actions inspire progress, and their leadership lights the way for the next generation. This is more than participation. This is LeadHERship in motion. Together, we continue building a future where every girl and every woman has the power to rise, lead, and transform the world around her. #MagicBusIndia #WomenWhoLead #SocialImpact #InternationalWomensDay

Check out Edition #3 of our #Newletter - Catalysts of Future. Featuring stories of transformation from classrooms and communities! linkedin.com/pulse/catalyst…

We’re thrilled to partner with @AmexIndia in a three-year initiative to unlock opportunities for nearly 3,000 young people across Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR! From digital and tech skills to communication, problem-solving, and interview readiness, this journey is about more than jobs. It’s about believing in youth potential and preparing them for the jobs of tomorrow. We’re grateful to have partners who believe in that as much as we do. Together, we’re excited to keep opening doors and creating real opportunities for young people to thrive. #SkillIndia #YouthEmpowerment #DigitalSkills #Employability #MagicBusImpact

Magic Bus India Foundation signed a landmark MoU with @NIESBUDNOIDA - National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development, a premier institute under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, India. A first such partnership with a private nonprofit, approved in recognition of Magic Bus’s national scale and impact! This collaboration goes beyond a formal agreement. By combining NIESBUD’s institutional strength with Magic Bus’ grassroots presence, we will deliver certified entrepreneurship training, accredited content, structured mentoring and handholding systems, support women-led micro-enterprise incubation, and enable stronger government scheme convergence, accelerating youth and women entrepreneurship across India and transforming job seekers into job creators. Dr. Poonam Sinha, Director General, NIESBUD, said, “Together with Magic Bus, we aim to scale entrepreneurship development nationally with the same momentum as Magic Bus’s youth employability work.” Mr. Arun Nalavadi, Chief of Programmes, Magic Bus Livelihood, added, “This partnership will ignite grassroots entrepreneurship and empower young people and women to become job creators at scale.” The agreement was signed by Dr. Shivani Dey, Director, NIESBUD, and Mr. Kedar Prasad Lathkar, CFO, Magic Bus. Magic Bus was represented by Mr. Philip Mathew K M and Mr. Vinod Simon. NIESBUD was represented by Mr. Pradeep Kumar Arora, Dr. Saurabh Chandrashekharan, and Mr. D. K. Singh. A strategic step toward strengthening India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem at scale. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #NIESBUD #SkillIndia #MSDE #EntrepreneurshipDevelopment #EntrepreneurshipWithImpact #YouthEntrepreneurship #WomenEntrepreneursIndia

🎥 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐔𝐒 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 on YouTube! At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Magic Bus India Foundation presents “Scaling AI for Masses for Viksit Bharat by 2047”, a dialogue on how NGOs, funders, technology leaders, academia and government can come together to build collaborative AI ecosystems that drive meaningful social impact. Grounded in Magic Bus’ multi-stakeholder experience, the conversation explores governance, trust, data sharing and partnership models that make innovation both ethical and accessible. Moderated by Arun Nalavadi, Chief of Programmes - Livelihood, Magic Bus India Foundation, the panel features Saachi Bhalla, Bharath Visweswariah, Giorgia Varisco, Jaideep Kewalramani, and Kunal Walia, bringing diverse perspectives on collective action for India’s youth and communities. lnkd.in/dDsFWAZB

Powering young minds through collaboration and digital learning! Magic Bus had the privilege of partnering with Microsoft India and @codeorg to host an AI Awareness & Training session under Hour of AI, for our youth participants in Hyderabad. With the enthusiastic participation of 40 Microsoft volunteers and over 100+ young learners, the session became a powerful platform for knowledge sharing and real-world learning. A standout moment was the hands-on interaction between volunteers and youth, where complex AI concepts were broken down into simple, relatable examples. It was inspiring to see students confidently engage by asking thoughtful questions about ethical AI, future career opportunities, and real-world applications, reflecting growing curiosity, confidence, and readiness for the digital future. We are grateful to Microsoft India for their continued commitment to employee volunteering and digital empowerment. Together, we are building pathways for youth to thrive in an AI-driven world. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #EmployeeVolunteeringProgramme #FutureSkills #HourOfAI

🎥 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐔𝐒 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 on YouTube! At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Magic Bus India Foundation presents “Creating AI-Ready Talent: Preparing Young People for the AI-Driven Economy”, a conversation on how philanthropy, industry and cross-sector partnerships can help young people access future-ready skills, AI literacy and meaningful livelihoods. Moderated by Arun Nalavadi, Chief of Programme – Livelihood, Magic Bus India Foundation, with panellists Dr. Narendra Kumar G, Kapil Joshi, Neha Chauhan, Nupur Bahl and Manisha Saboo, this discussion brings together perspectives from policy, business and philanthropy on shaping pathways from learning to livelihoods in a rapidly evolving world. youtube.com/live/I9uPjzVY3…