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Sangita Mundhra, a Soft Skills Trainer and Rotary President Dedicated to Educating Specially-Abled Children Through Her NGO

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Starting as a corporate trainer, Sangita came into social service and founded an NGO focused on education and soft skills training. As President of the Rotary Club of Udaipur Meera, she has done over 340 projects under her leadership and was conferred the ‘Changemaker Award’ for her achievements.

Sangita Mundhra is a Soft Skills Trainer and a Social Activist. She is also the founder of her NGO, Swami Vivekananda Society.

Born and raised in Mumbai, she has called Udaipur her home for the past three decades. She graduated from the Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research, and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE), although the field did not captivate her interest. Her true passion lay in communication skills, leading her to pursue training in the art of Talkamatics. She has since been actively involved in providing soft skills training in Udaipur.

A dedicated social activist, Sangita firmly believes in the transformative power of education. Driven by this belief, she founded the NGO ‘Swami Vivekananda Society’, which focuses on education related initiatives. Her work primarily focuses on specially-abled children, aiming to provide them with opportunities for growth and development.

Additionally, she is also presently President of the Rotary Club of Udaipur Meera, a local chapter of the worldwide organization-Rotary International. As President of the club, Sangita is committed to focusing on education throughout the year. Her primary focus is on training the youth, and she has implemented the 'Saral' programme in many government English-medium schools. Her goal is to empower these students to pursue their dreams confidently in a competitive society.

In just eight months, she and her team have successfully completed over 340 projects. Among these, her project ‘Saral’ stands out, as does another project ‘Muskan’, which involves feeding 100 children daily. They have also organized the Rajasthan State Level Cricket Tournament for the Blind, introduced motorbike ambulances in Rajasthan, and distributed tulsi plants as part of their initiatives.

When Sangita arrived in Udaipur 25 years ago, she noticed the untapped potential of the city's youth, who, though academically adept, lagged behind their counterparts in larger cities. Recognising the importance of soft skills alongside formal education, she saw an opportunity to align her passion with the city's needs. Thus, she founded her institute in Udaipur, focusing on providing training in soft skills to students and gradually expanded into corporate training.

As her daughter pursued education in another city, she felt a void in her absence, prompting her to contemplate the idea of starting an NGO. She established the Swami Vivekananda Society under the guidance of her mentor, Shobha Karna.

Taking on the role of a mother figure, Sangita adopted 14 girls with the aim of fostering in them self-sufficiency and independence. Concurrently, she began teaching at blind schools and working with specially-abled children, recognizing the challenges they face in a competitive world. Since 2008, she has been deeply involved with these children, providing them with maternal care and support akin to that of her own child. She approaches her projects with a long-term perspective. Her aspiration is to remain with her adopted children until they achieve their goals and succeed in life.

Talking about her journey and how she came into social service, Dr. Sangita says she had established her institutes, 'Personification' and ‘Pace,' for corporate training. However, upon starting her NGO, she recognised the importance of providing training to those who could not afford it. Subsequently, she decided to close her own institutes and start working in the government schools sector.

She developed her own programme, 'Saral,' aimed at enhancing students' communication skills, confidence, and mental capabilities. Through 'Saral,' she trains students of government schools and gradually brings about positive changes in their lives. She works alongside other trainers. She is happy and satisfied that she is living her passion and assisting those in need, even if it means not earning money.

Remembering her early days, Sangita shares that coming from a Marwari background with conservative family values, she received her education at Convent Girls High School in Mumbai, followed by graduation from the esteemed Sydenham Institute of Management. She furthered her academic pursuits by obtaining an MBA from the same institution. Seeing her passion for education, her parents allowed her to work at Siemens, where she gained valuable experience and knowledge.

Reflecting on her childhood memories, she describes them as carefree and happy, yet with a strong focus on academic excellence. She recalls having the zeal to make a mark in life and achieve something meaningful.

When asked about her role models, Sangita says she draws inspiration from Sudha Murthy, whose willingness to step back from her career to prioritize her family resonates deeply with her. Additionally, she admires persons who have triumphed over adversity through their resilience, such as Dashrath Manjhi and Arunima Sinha. She also finds motivation in the quote, "Koshish kar, hal niklega, aaj nahi to kal niklega.".

Reflecting on her struggles, Sangita recalls starting her journey when her daughter was merely four years old. Balancing her family responsibilities with her passion was her priority, prompting her to take measured steps forward. She takes immense pride in witnessing her daughter blossom into a compassionate individual who excels in her profession.

Her advice to everyone is grounded in a forward-looking perspective, focusing on the present moment and giving one's best effort each day. She advocates against dwelling on past decisions, urging instead a commitment to continuous improvement and seizing opportunities in the present.

Talking about her achievements, Sangita says she considers her greatest achievement to be when any of her adopted children become financially independent and self-sufficient. To her, this is akin to receiving a medal, signifying the impact she has made in their lives.

Furthermore, she has been recognized with numerous awards from various organizations, including the recent Changemaker Award. Serving as the president of the Rotary Club of Udaipur Meera is another accomplishment for her.

Her message to everyone is to focus on enhancing their communication skills while staying true to their original selves. She encourages everyone to give back to society in any way they can, whether through their skills or time. She calls upon the youth to be agents of change in society and emphasizes the importance of perseverance and resilience in achieving lasting impact.

In her free time, she finds joy in traveling, listening to music, and interacting with young people. Her beliefs are deeply rooted in the teachings of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, particularly the principle of working without expecting anything in return, as she believes that positive actions will eventually yield positive outcomes.

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