About Kridey Foundation (NGO)
Kridey Foundation, a youth-led NGO in New Delhi, works for social and animal welfare. It supports underprivileged children, promotes education, legal awareness, gender equality, and environmental responsibility. The foundation also fosters legal research, social entrepreneurship, internships, and organizes competitions to empower and uplift marginalized communities.
Kridey Foundation Internship Experience
- Shreya Jha
- School: Noida International University
- Duration: 1st July 2024 – 15th September 2024
Department: Kridey Foundation NGO, New Delhi
Overview
This internship with Kridey Foundation, a socio-legal non-profit organization, provided me with valuable exposure to grassroots-level legal aid and awareness initiatives. It enabled me to explore the intersection of law and social welfare, especially in relation to child rights, women’s rights, and legal literacy.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Legal Research & Socio-Legal Issues
- Conducted in-depth legal research on crucial topics such as:
- Child rights
- Domestic violence laws and protections
- Right to Education (RTE) and other constitutional safeguards
- Analyzed case laws and government schemes relevant to vulnerable groups.
2. Content Creation & Awareness
- Drafted awareness material for digital campaigns and community outreach, focusing on:
- Women’s rights
- Child protection laws
- Legal aid schemes
- Created social media posts and infographics to simplify legal knowledge for the public.
3. Community Engagement & Legal Aid Initiatives
- Participated in legal awareness workshops and street campaigns in economically disadvantaged areas.
- Engaged in organizing legal aid drives to promote legal literacy at the grassroots level.
4. Documentation & Reporting
- Assisted the foundation in preparing reports, presentations, and documentation required for legal awareness programs and NGO reports.
Skills and Takeaways
- Legal research and writing on socio-legal topics
- Public communication and simplification of legal concepts
- Event coordination in awareness programs
- Understanding legal frameworks related to vulnerable populations
Conclusion
My internship at Kridey Foundation enriched my understanding of law as a tool for social justice. It helped me develop practical skills and reaffirmed my interest in working at the intersection of law, human rights, and community service.