Millions of underprivileged children continue to be deprived of this basic necessity in a world where access to education is considered a fundamental right. However, amidst the challenges and disparities, a beacon of hope shines. Meet Benoy Stephen, a 27-year-old from Kerala who is redefining education through an unconventional avenue, Ultimate Frisbee. As he pioneers a unique approach to addressing the lack of life skill education, he is proving that this non-contact, self-refereed, mixed-gender sport could hold the key to unlocking the potential in these children’s lives. Drawing inspiration ..read more

Denim, casually called jeans, is a staple in everyone’s wardrobe. But the environmental impact of this piece of clothing is little known, though magnanimous. The denim industry is one of the most damaging sectors that contribute to pollution of all forms. Read these shocking statistics: A pair of jeans requires over 3,000 liters of water for production. Each pair carries a heavy carbon footprint – over 16.2kg of carbon dioxide is estimated to be emitted during manufacturing – and an even greater amount of emissions are produced during decomposition. According to Oxfam, emissions produced by ma ..read more

Virali Modi is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and the unyielding spirit of human potential in a world that often measures beauty by superficial standards. As India’s first wheelchair model, she has shattered stereotypes, overcoming her disability and blazing a trail for inclusivity in the fashion industry. Virali’s journey showcases her triumph and highlights her remarkable advocacy work, including the groundbreaking #MyTrainToo campaign to make railway stations accessible to all. Furthermore, her recognition as one of BBC’s 100 Women has catapulted her voice onto the g ..read more

If you search the word thrifting on Instagram, the platform will quickly generate scores of thrift store accounts. However, it wouldn’t be tedious to figure out that most thrift stores in India deal in clothing or accessories, with their target audience being Gen-Z. Conspicuously, thrifting has caught on to a specific demographic who can afford to splurge on such low-impact purchases. The current trend has little to do with the original idea of thrifting, which was all about helping people save money while avoiding waste generation. The practice has unfortunately lost meaning in the wake of be ..read more

The trans have existed across all classes, races, and castes. But their recognition has always come at a cost, with an added struggle that has existed for centuries together. From access to social equality, social rights, education, jobs, and so on, the trans community has been victim to the dichotomous attitude of the society exhibited towards them; how they are simultaneously marginalized and revered. Particularly in the field of jobs, the trans have always had difficulties one notch higher. With the COVID-induced stagnant economy, India’s youth have been reeling under unemployment for the l ..read more

Mumbai is a city of extremes, with the richest and the highly vulnerable residing in close proximity, feels Vikas Parchhanda, CEO of Akshaya Chaitanya. And such paradoxical existence didn’t let him turn a blind eye towards it.  While studying and subsequently working in this city, I imagined Mumbai as a place where everyone would get a fair chance to fulfil their dreams. Thus, it should be the city with the happiest people in the country. But that wasn’t the fact. Recollecting those days, he says, his first job with L’Oreal in Lower Parel brought him to Mumbai. He used to stay in Bandra ..read more

Is having a simple degree enough to make a living?  The youth in Tenkasi and Tirunelveli somehow managed to get a degree but often struggled to get a decent job. Being working closely on the ground with them, Anitha and Kavi understood these students and their families’ plight. Thus, the duo decided to work on their development, and Tarunya Foundation was born. Anitha and Kavi “We were previously working in another organization through which we started working in this area of Tamil Nadu. Our activity revolved around developing life skills and soft skills in these kids. Soon, the NGO decid ..read more

Paper Bag Day is observed every year on July 12. This day is dedicated to spreading awareness of the ill effects of plastic and how detrimental they are to our environment. To help the world deal with the plastic issue and inculcate skills in the coming generation, Manav Sadhna runs a program named Earn N Learn. A program where the focus is on the child’s development and education. Along with this, it is also made sure that they get something in return. On this Paper Bag Day, Neeta ben from Manav Sadhna, in conversation with LifeBeyondNumbers, shared more about the activities under ..read more

We all drool over chocolates. But how many of us place this innocent-looking, comfort-inducing, mood-enhancing chocolate under scrutiny? It will leave a bitter aftertaste, as you get to know that the conventionally produced chocolates are one of the significant contributors to environmental deterioration. Additionally, the amount of plastic used in the packaging often goes unnoticed by the naked eye. Ironically, the soil, water bodies, and aquatic life pay the price. Every year, July 7 marks World Chocolate Day. To celebrate it, as you indulge in chocolate, ensure it is as delightful to the en ..read more

Generally, human being gets a degree and begins the pursuit of gathering happiness for themselves and their family. In contrast, some extraordinary individuals make sure that their journey of growth does not stay only limited to themselves and their families. They contribute to the people around them through their skills and time. On July 1st, 1949, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in India was founded. Since then, this day has been celebrated as the ICAI Foundation day or CA day in India. On this occasion, LifeBeyondNumbers got a chance to have a conversation with Mr. Ravi Chhawchharia ..read more