
Parivartan Mahila Sanstha Khelwadi Project (2016-2017)
The Khelwadi project, implemented in Mokhada Taluka of Palghar district by Parivartan Mahila Sansthan, aims to address the significant education disparities between rural and urban areas. The project’s objective is to provide quality education to marginalized communities in rural areas. The impact assessment study was carried out to assess how the intervention under review has affected the outcome. The sample was collected through convenient sampling, further snowballing technique was employed to locate additional respondents. The findings reveal a substantial improvement in students’ education and overall personality. Notably, their English, mathematical, and communication skills have progressed, leading to a significant reduction in school dropout rates. The project has also raised parental awareness and involvement in their children’s education. Exposure visits, such as visit to the Post Office, Police Station, and Gram Panchayat, have contributed to an increase in general knowledge among students. Moreover, there has been a noticeable enhancement in personal hygiene, indicating a positive change in the students’ well-being. The study underscores the project’s effectiveness in terms of activity implementation and community engagement. All the stakeholders under the study agreed that Khelwadi fulfills a crucial need within the community, fostering the holistic development of children. The study recommends continued support for the Khelwadi project for a minimum of three years, recognizing its positive impact on education and the overall well-being of students in rural areas.