Bhumi Fellowship: Application window for the 2024 Cohort Open Now
First Deadline – August 15, 2023
In 2018, Bhumi launched the School Transformation and Socio-Emotional Learning Programmes. These were facilitator-driven models with the intent of building reflection in teachers and school leaders and providing insights into pedagogical practices. The idea for the Bhumi Fellowship and whole-school transformation emerged with the realisation that it was essential to look beyond the classroom and work with other stakeholders to develop sustainable solutions.
Our mission is to instill a deep understanding of the education system in our Fellows so they can become leaders in the movement to create educational equity. In 2020, the Bhumi Fellowship welcomed its first cohort of five Fellows. Today, we have 16 Fellows working across corporation, government-aided, and low-income private schools across Chennai.
Why is the Bhumi Fellowship Important?
The state of education in India is dire, with millions of children deprived of quality education. Despite significant progress in enrollment, the quality of education remains a challenge. India’s education system is plagued with low learning outcomes, lack of trained teachers, inadequate infrastructure, and poor governance. We believe that the best way to solve these challenges is by creating a pool of leaders like you who are committed to transforming education in India.
About Bhumi Fellowship
Bhumi Fellowship is a 2-year paid, transformative program to help you become the next leader in education. Through our fellowship program, we provide young leaders like you with hands-on training and on-the-job experience in teaching and transforming schools in India.
Vision Achieving equitable education for all children through systemic change
Mission To create a cadre of changemakers who transform schools in the short term and lead the next education movement in the long term.
Selection Process
Stage 1
Application
Your application will help us understand your experiences, your aspirations, and motivations to join the Bhumi Fellowship.
Stage 2
Telephonic Interview
A 30-minute telephonic conversation to understand a little more in depth about you that may not have been captured on the application form.
Stage 3
Final Assessment
Final stage of the selection process comprising lesson execution, group discussion and problem solving. Upon clearing these, you will be invited to a personal interview.
Our Fellows must be:
- Passionate about bringing about a change in Education
- Critical thinkers with an aptitude to solve problems
- Resilient in the face of challenges
- Able to build relationships and strengthen partnerships through purpose-driven conversations
- Individuals with a track record of demonstrated leadership in other spaces which will be honed further during and after this two-year period
Fellowship Location: Chennai
At Bhumi, We Have Been Transforming Schools In India For Over 10+ Years. Our Expertise In School Transformation Has Helped Us Create A Curriculum That Combines The Best Practices In Pedagogy, Technology, And Community Engagement. We Have A Team Of Experienced Educators, Mentors, And Leaders Who Work Closely With Our Fellows To Ensure They Get The Best Training And Experience.
- 42 FELLOWS ENGAGED
- 20 SCHOOLS TRANSFORMED
- 8,500 CHILDREN BENEFITED
Why become a Bhumi Fellow
- Gather In-depth understanding of the education ecosystem in India by working closely with government teachers and school leaders
● Understand child development, pedagogical practices/teaching methodologies and classroom management
● Receive hands-on training and on-the-job experience in teaching children in schools
● Lead self and others with intention and action to empower them and build more leaders
● Build essential skills such as project management, collaboration, problem-solving, and systems thinking.
● Earn a competitive stipend of Rs 30,000 per month during the 2 year fellowship
Life after Fellow
- Work with grassroots organizations, policymakers, or corporate social responsibility initiatives
● Work with Bhumi full-time
● Pursue higher education in areas like Public Policy and Education
● Be a Changemaker transforming India!Our alumni have been placed in prestigious organizations such as Pratham, Schools of Equality, Bhumi, SPI Edge, Kraftshala, and others. They have become changemakers in their own right and are transforming India, one step at a time.
Who are we looking for
- A youth champion between 20-30 years
● Having a degree in Social Work, Sociology, English Lit, B.E.d., Psychology, Law, B.E., or B.Tech
● Aligned with Teaching, EdTech, or Systemic Transformation (even better if you work with the government!
● Have prior experience in event organizing, club leading, team managing, or student union-ing
● Based in Chennai or Ready to move to Chennai
