LeapForWord

LeapForWord is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing English language proficiency for children in underserved communities across India. The organization's core mission is to solve the chronic problem of English illiteracy, which limits higher education and employment opportunities for millions of students from regional language schools. Its innovative model focuses on empowering local teachers, even those not fluent in English, to deliver effective instruction using the mother tongue. The flagship 'English Literacy Program' is a comprehensive, multi-level course that helps students achieve proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehension through a unique translation-based algorithm. Through strategic partnerships with state governments and collaborations with other NGOs, LeapForWord has scaled its programs to a significant level. The organization has successfully reached over 23.29 lakh students by training more than 3.15 lakh teachers, demonstrating a substantial and widespread impact on English education in India.