Mohit: A Passionate Volunteer Guiding Young Minds in His Village
21-year-old law student has been volunteering for CAMaL Ka Camp since 2022.
Each morning, as the sun rises, the narrow mud lanes of a village in Uttar Pradesh’s Barabanki district come alive with the cheerful chatter of children heading to CAMaL Ka Camp.
Waiting to welcome these children at the camp location is their beloved dataa (elder brother), Mohit Kumar, a 21-year-old law student and dedicated volunteer with Pratham since 2022. For the third consecutive year, Mohit is helping children in his village catch up on their learning through CAMaL Ka Camp—a large-scale summer initiative aimed at strengthening their language and reading skills, so they are well prepared for the new academic session.
“I like Pratham’s concept of summer camp because not only do children learn here, but we, as volunteers, also get the opportunity to grow through the Education for Education (EfE) program,” says Mohit, standing outside his modest home.
The EfE program offers volunteers the opportunity to earn a certificate in a digital readiness course. “We’re learning to use tools like Google Lens and Maps, and even about artificial intelligence (AI)—knowledge that’s very relevant in today’s world,” Mohit explains.
During last year’s summer camp, Mohit received training in basic first aid, which he says has already proven useful on several occasions. “Whenever someone in my house or neighbourhood suffers a minor injury, I now feel confident in providing first aid,” he says.
When asked what motivates him to keep volunteering despite his own demanding academic schedule, Mohit says, “I want to work for the upliftment of my village, and for that, the children must be educated. Volunteering at CAMaL Ka Camp allows me to contribute to their learning journey.”
His dedication is visible—in the way he patiently explains games and activities to all the children, encourages them to participate, and celebrates every small success.
Coming from a farmer’s family, Mohit understands the value of education. His younger brother is currently pursuing a B.Com degree, and Mohit himself has previously taken coaching classes, driven by his interest in teaching.
If given a chance, I will definitely volunteer again,” he says with a smile—firm in his belief that building a better future begins with empowering the children of his community.
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