KCS Foundation runs and supports projects across 8 themes in rural north Bihar. KCS-run programmes are led by our field team; student-led projects are designed and implemented by international student volunteers in partnership with us.
The need: In rural Bihar, women face significant barriers to economic independence, including limited access to vocational training, financial services, and health resources. Many women depend on agricultural or household labour with no pathway to self-employment.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation runs vocational training programmes and self-help groups, and supports women's health initiatives across Madhubani and Samastipur.
Districts: Madhubani, Samastipur
KCS Foundation programme
Vocational sewing skills training for rural women to achieve financial independence and self-reliance.
KCS Foundation programme
Women's self-help groups in Samastipur supporting financial independence and community solidarity.
Led by Akshita Jha, Columbia University, USA
Sanitary pad distribution and hygiene awareness drives across Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Darbhanga, and Samastipur.
Led by Kavin Khanna, London School of Economics, London
Vocational training and skill enhancement workshops designed to improve employability and livelihood opportunities.
Led by Saranya Gupta
Garment skills and employment opportunities for rural women.
The need: Rural Bihar has one of the lowest rates of digital access in India. Most government-school students have never used a computer, and the digital divide limits their access to information, government services, and future employment.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation's field team sets up and runs computer and science labs in government schools, working with student partners who fund and lead each project.
Districts: Madhubani, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Sitamarhi
Led by Sarvesh Chandirani, University of Michigan, USA
Computer lab initiatives bridging the digital divide by providing access to modern technology and digital skills training.
Led by Tejasv Pathak
Comprehensive coding and computer science education programme integrated into rural school curriculums.
Led by Arjun Jethwani
A digital literacy and empowerment initiative bridging the technology gap for rural students and women through hands-on computer access and internet-skills training.
Led by Manit Awtani
A structured coding and programming education programme equipping rural students with foundational to advanced software-development skills for the digital economy.
Led by Esanika Chauhan, Charterhouse School, England
Digital literacy lab in Samastipur with a train-the-trainer model, working across Samastipur, Darbhanga and Sitamarhi since January 2025.
Led by Paarush Jindal, Jumeirah College, Dubai
Introducing concepts of Artificial Intelligence and future technologies to rural students to prepare them for the future.
Led by Zidaan Thakran
An AI-powered assistant initiative helping rural communities access information, learning support, and digital services through conversational technology.
Led by Kavya Subramanian
A responsible AI literacy initiative teaching students the ethical, creative, and practical use of artificial intelligence through guided projects.
The need: Government schools in rural Bihar often lack functional science laboratories, forcing students to learn science from textbooks alone. Without hands-on experiments, students lose interest in STEM subjects and miss opportunities for further study.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation's field team sets up and runs computer and science labs in government schools, working with student partners who fund and lead each project.
Districts: Madhubani, Samastipur
Led by Amay Ahuja, Jumeirah College, Dubai
Setting up fully equipped STEM labs to nurture scientific curiosity and innovation among school children.
Led by Riya Sarah Cornel, Jumeirah College Dubai
Visual science laboratory and science subjects training for underprivileged students, fostering scientific curiosity.
Led by Mohammed Miqdad Husain, Trinity College Dublin
After-school tutoring programme focusing on strengthening fundamentals in Math, Science, and English for rural students.
The need: Rural communities in Bihar have limited access to books and reading materials outside of school. Community libraries are rare, and many students have no reading culture beyond their textbooks.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation supports community libraries and reading centres to cultivate a love of reading and learning.
Districts: Madhubani
The need: Financial literacy is extremely low in rural Bihar, where many families have no access to banking services, insurance, or financial planning. This leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and unable to save or invest.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation runs financial literacy workshops and supports student-led financial education initiatives.
Districts: Madhubani
The need: Rural communities in Bihar have limited awareness of their civic rights, government schemes, and community participation opportunities. This limits their ability to advocate for themselves and access public services.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation supports civic awareness initiatives that help communities understand their rights and access government services.
Districts: Madhubani
The need: Mental health is a neglected issue in rural Bihar, where stigma, lack of awareness, and absence of services leave community members without support.
What KCS does: KCS Foundation supports community well-being initiatives that provide safe spaces and resources for mental health.
Districts: Samastipur
The need: Young people in rural Bihar have limited opportunities for leadership, skill development, and community engagement. International student volunteers bring resources and ideas but need structured partnerships to create lasting impact.
What KCS does: International student volunteers partner with KCS Foundation to fund and lead community projects in Bihar, implemented with our field team.
Districts: Madhubani, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Sitamarhi
Led by Ahana Kotibhaskar, Duke University, USA
Community support and peer mentorship program fostering solidarity and mutual aid among village residents.
Led by Sumair Kandhari, USC, USA
Comprehensive career guidance and counseling to help students navigate future educational and professional paths.
Led by Dhrishi Ved, University of Warwick, England
Leadership and personal development programme preparing youth to become future change-makers in their communities.
Led by Dhruv Sharma
A university readiness and accessibility programme supporting students with diverse learning needs on their path to higher education.
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