aikyam fellows
aikyam fellows work on important and urgent needs of the planet and underserved communities, across education, environmental conservation, poverty alleviation, public health, and art and culture.
What aikyam fellows did here
Three CDF fellows met in person for the first time
CDF STEM Femme fellows Fathima Hiba and Sharon C, with their programme manager Shana Shihab, came for the Tools for Storytelling Residency facilitated by aikyam fellows. The three met in person here for the first time. The residency included a website design session, and conversations about setting boundaries and about learning from stakeholders directly.
What people said
"I have been running iLAB for the past eight years, but I have rarely come across such in-depth support sessions. Most support programs for NGOs follow a ready-made, one-size-fits-all model. A mentoring program that takes the time to understand the organisation and its activities is incredibly valuable," says Nasmina.
Mary Gracy, facilitator, Stitching Club
“It is their genuine interest in learning that drives me forward everyday”
Revathy
“It's the coming together of so many women, the making of mistakes and sharing of knowledge that helped me gain confidence to start stitching bags”
Hiba, iLab India
“When I think about aikyam space, the first thing that comes to mind is the ambience.”
Sharon, architect and urban planner, Kerala Tourism Infrastructure Ltd
“The most remarkable aspect is the spatial arrangement, which fosters a welcoming atmosphere with ample light and ventilation. The open kitchen enhances the overall experience, while the warmth and hospitality of the people make the space even more inviting.”
Meenu Yadav, co-founder of Udyami Tech
“We didn't think we could create a website with little to no coding.”
Preeti, ex-Sajhe Sapne
“This was so easy for me to understand. I'm excited to see what I can create with this.”
Kadeeja Fidha
“It was great to have a facilitator and at the same time, these interactions really showed me the potential of the team I am working with.”
Revathy Sreekumar, Executive Member
“The workshop helped me reflect on the greater impact of our projects and areas for improvement about the project in an easier way.”
Shilpa Sasi, Trustee
“The workshop was really nice with smooth interaction throughout the session. It provided great insights into various ways for fundraising and created a positive environment for open discussion.”
Ashik Maheen, Operations coordinator
“After the discussion, I got the understanding that the aspects initially perceived as smaller components of the project in fact constituted the significant part. These elements when examined in relation to the overall objectives, were found to have a meaningful impact on the project's outcome.”
Yasar Arafath, Co-Founder
“The opportunity to reflect on my past activities in a supportive and safe space made the experience truly meaningful.”
Junide Khalid Odungat, Co Founder
“Workshop encouraged me to reflect on previous actions.”