Tripura Foundation Podcast

Welcome to this special episode where we uncover the meaningful impact of Phonemic Intelligence (PI) on children’s academic success.Shilpa and Karen share how PI supports underprivileged children to overcome challenges like difficulty focusing and struggles with subjects such as math, English, and science. Discover how this innovative technique may support cognitive abilities, ignites a love for learning, and contributes to improved educational opportunities.Join us for an inspiring conversation about how PI is making a difference in the lives of many children, paving the way for brighter futures!

Dr. Pillai’s Phonemic Intelligence (PI) is an innovative cognitive support technique positively impacting the lives of children in various communities. In this episode, Karen and Shilpa explore how PI supports children in reaching their potential. PI is designed to support focus, learning engagement, and emotional development, helping children embrace learning and build brighter futures. Join us for this inspiring discussion on how PI is making a meaningful difference for children worldwide!

In this episode, we explore what makes our Hope Learning Centers highly innovative. Specifically designed for marginalized children facing extreme poverty and trauma in rural India, our after-school model—guided by Dr. Pillai’s teachings—goes beyond traditional education. Join us as Program Director Shilpa Navenkar explains how our unique approach nurtures students' cognitive abilities and emotional resilience, contributing meaningfully to addressing educational challenges. Few programs address these areas with our level of focus, influencing how children learn and envision their futures. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about re-imagining education and creating lasting change!

In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of our Hope Learning Stations, today’s episode takes a deeper look into the lives of our Hope children and explores what poverty truly means in their context. Join us as we expand our understanding of poverty, not just as a lack of money or food, but as a complex struggle that these children face daily. We are thrilled to introduce our Program Director, Shilpa Navenkar, who will guide us through the realities of poverty in rural India and share her inspiring journey with the Hope Centers. This special episode offers valuable insights into how we identify and support children in these challenging circumstances. Don’t miss it!

At Dr. Pillai’s Hope Learning Centers, we transform barriers into bridges for marginalized children through our innovative after-school program. In this episode, Shilpa Navenkar, our Hope Center Program Director, proudly shares the inspiring journey of Rohit, a dedicated Hope alumnus. Join us as Rohit recounts his incredible journey from being a shy child to becoming a school teacher. Shilpa’s cherished memories of Rohit at the Hope Center fill her with pride and lasting appreciation.Today, Rohit continues to share how the lessons from the Hope Center impact his life daily, guiding him towards success and fulfillment.Refined model of supportFor over a decade, our Hope model has addressed the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs of students, empowering them to support growth, resilience, and educational opportunity. Making a Lasting Impact Join us in creating more success stories like Rohit’s. For just $12 per month, you can sponsor a child or support an entire Hope Learning Station, providing love, hope, and opportunities to many more children in need.

At Dr. Pillai’s Hope Learning Centers, we help turn barriers into bridges for marginalized children through our innovative after-school program. Shilpa Navenkar, our Hope Center Program Director, is proud to share the inspiring journey of Tanvi, a dedicated Hope alumna. Tanvi’s story is one of remarkable determination and courage. Raised in a humble family—her father a truck driver and her mother a housewife—Tanvi emerged as a natural leader, advocating for herself and her classmates. Her experiences at the Hope Center empowered her to challenge and change the stereotypes about girls pursuing higher education. Today, Tanvi is pursuing an M.Sc in Chemistry at Goa University, breaking new ground for girls like her. Our Hope Centers provide a nurturing environment where children like Tanvi can harness their strengths and gain the support they need to fulfill their potential. Refined model of supportFor over a decade, our Hope model has addressed the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs of students, empowering them to support growth, resilience, and educational opportunity. Making a Lasting Impact Join us in our mission to create more success stories like Tanvi's. For just $12 per month, you can sponsor a child or support an entire Hope Learning Station, providing love, hope, and opportunities to many more children in need. Click here to sponsor a child or a Hope Learning Station.

Explore the empowering stories at Dr. Pillai’s Hope Learning Centers, where marginalized children find new pathways to success through our innovative after-school program. Shilpa Navenkar, our Program Director, shares the inspiring journey of Pratiksha, a Hope alumna whose dream from over a decade ago to become a nurse is becoming a reality. Pratiksha's story of overcoming adversity and her drive to succeed and help people in need is truly inspiring. Our Hope model, developed and refined over a decade, addresses students' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs, empowering children from poverty to support cognitive growth, emotional well-being, and a better life! Join us in making a difference. For just $12 per month, you can provide love and hope to a child, or support an entire Hope Learning Station, paving the way for many more success stories like Pratiksha's. Click here to sponsor a child or a Hope Learning Station.

Women’s month was a time to uplift, encourage and recognize the important role women and girls play in creating Heaven on Planet Earth at Hope Stations! I interview Shilpa Navenkar, Program Director for Hope Learning Station Program, about what happened at Hope Stations this month and what is the significance of women’s month for our Hope girls and boys. We give equal opportunities to both girls and boys at Hope Stations, providing nutrition, personal development, and a good education. In addition, children took the time to educate women in their communities about health and focus on revision for their end-of-year exams.We warmly invite you to embark on a journey of profound impact by sponsoring a child or an entire Hope Station. Revel in the richness of spirit that comes from elevating young lives.Step into our circle of change-makers — learn more and join our Hope Sponsor family here.

Hello and welcome to Tripura Foundation Podcast! In Episode 0, Tripura Foundation’s Donor Relations Manager introduces Tripura Foundation and shares the purpose of this podcast. We welcome you to sit back and learn more about Dr. Pillai’s mission of HoPE-Heaven on Planet Earth and how Tripura helps those in great need.