Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy
Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy, based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, has 2 opportunities for children on WiWit, each checked before listing.
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Opportunities from Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy
iChangeMyCity Challenge by Janaagraha
by Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy
National civic action program where student teams identify a local civic problem, engage their community, develop an innovative solution, and present at a national Civic Fest.
What your child could gain:
Bala Janaagraha - Our City Our Challenge
by Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy
Year-long school civic learning curriculum where Indian students identify a local civic problem, engage their community, design a solution, and present at a national Civic Fest.
What your child could gain:
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About
Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy is a nonprofit organization founded in 2001 and headquartered in Bengaluru. It works at the intersection of citizen engagement, urban governance, and democratic accountability, partnering with municipal governments and civil society to build more participatory and transparent cities. Janaagraha runs several flagship initiatives including iJanadesh (participatory budgeting), BPAC (Bangalore Political Action Committee), and the iChangeMyCity platform, which enables youth to identify and solve civic problems in their communities. The organization has worked across multiple Indian cities and has trained thousands of citizens, students, and public officials in civic processes. The organization is co-founded by Ramesh Ramanathan and Swati Ramanathan and has been recognized as one of India's most credible voices on urban democracy. Janaagraha's research and advocacy work influences national-level urban policy and local governance reform.
Achievements
- Founded in 2001; works across multiple Indian cities on urban democracy and citizen engagement
- Runs iChangeMyCity platform engaging youth in civic problem-solving across Indian cities
- BPAC initiative engages business and citizen communities in political accountability in Bengaluru
- Research and advocacy work recognized by national-level urban governance bodies
Leadership
- Ramesh Ramanathan, Co-Founder (Janaagraha)
- Swati Ramanathan, Co-Founder (Janaagraha)
Frequently asked questions
- What does Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy offer for children?
- Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy has 2 opportunities for children listed on WiWit, each checked before listing. Every listing above shows who is eligible, the key dates, and the fee, so you can see what fits your child.
- Where does my child apply for Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy opportunities?
- On Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy's own website. WiWit is a free, independent directory that helps you discover and compare opportunities; your child registers or applies with Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy directly, never on WiWit.
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- Where is Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy based?
- Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Each of its listings shows whether the opportunity runs online or in person, so you can check what works for your child.
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Quick Facts
- Type
- Non-profit
- Founded
- 2001
- Opportunities
- 2 on WiWit
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