Foundational Literacy and Numeracy

Bridging the learning gap with Foundational Literacy and Numeracy

In the wake of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, the world witnessed a significant educational landscape disruption, impacting millions of children. As nations grappled with the challenges of remote learning, Reliance Foundation took a proactive step to address this learning gap through the 'EdTech Accelerator' - a transformative multi-partner initiative.

As a founding partner, Reliance Foundation joined hands with a consortium comprising the British Asian Trust, Central Square Foundation, UBS Optimus Foundation, and the US Agency for International Development (USAID). Together, the purpose was to embark on a mission to strengthen children's Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) skills, empowering them for a brighter future.

The EdTech Accelerator’s primary objective is to fund high-quality EdTech solutions that break barriers and provide affordable and quality learning opportunities for low-income populations. Through innovative ideas, these solutions will be designed, piloted, measured, and tested to ensure their efficacy in empowering young learners.

Year one will witness the distribution of impact-focused grant funding and dedicated mentoring, paving the way for transformative change. In year two, the initiative will further scale up this vital work, aiming to reach up to an astounding 25 lakh (2.5 million) children by 2025. The EdTech Accelerator is integral to the 'Back to School Outcomes Fund,' a ground-breaking collaborative effort alongside the Government of India's NIPUN Bharat Mission. With a shared vision, this exceptional alliance aims to achieve FLN goals for all children across India.