My name is Shreya Acharya. I am 14 years old and a Grade 9 student at DPS, Greater Noida.

Do you know that a lot of students from low-income homes in Uttar Pradesh, do not have basic school gear like proper footwear or a school bag and often sit on the hard ground in order to study at school? Do they not deserve these basic necessities? Of course, they do! Which is why I have undertaken this campaign — to help these children and create a small, yet significant impact in their lives.

Sitting down on the floor for long periods of time means 9 in 10 students will face posture-related problems. It also has an indirect impact on their eyesight and their ability to concentrate and study. Lack of footwear also leads to foot-related diseases and health issues.

The back-to-school kit costs just INR 900 and gives students a pair of recycled footwear, a recycled study mat to sit comfortably at school or home, and a recycled school bag for books. This is a very small amount to impact a student. Each kit costs just INR 900 including the cost of distribution. Fund INR 1800 for example and transform the lives of 2 students.

By supporting my campaign, we can together impact the health, attendance, and grades of these fellow students. Remember, even a small step of yours can contribute to improving the life of many young children — The future of our nation.