Vidya Lead Academy

Designed by: Chetan Suwalka Community Action Team (CAT) Member Nada Young India Network for Good Health Guiding Lights: How Mentorship Illuminates the Path for Today’s Youth 🕊️ Bridging the Gap Between Classroom, Community, and Civil Society From our earliest days, guidance from parents, teachers, and elders has played a central role in shaping our values, aspirations, and direction in life. These early mentors serve as the foundation upon which we build our goals. Yet, in the face of today’s rapidly evolving world, traditional guidance—while still essential—often falls short. The development of today’s youth is influenced by a multitude of factors: complex family structures, societal expectations, economic stressors, cultural shifts, and psychological challenges. Navigating such a landscape demands more than academic knowledge. Young people must be equipped with emotional resilience, ethical awareness, decision-making ability, and critical thinking skills to thrive and contribut...

  Reclaiming Vidya: A Reflection on Anganwadi Centres and the Soul of Learning By Navpreet Kaur, Intern, Nada India Foundation | June 2025 Cohort, Healthy Campus: Prioritizing Good Health & Well-being Today, I had the opportunity to engage in a deeply thought-provoking conversation with Mr. Suneel Vatsyayan , founder and mentor of Vidya Lead Academy and Chairperson of Nada India Foundation. As part of my internship with Nada Foundation and the Healthy Campus course under Appreciative Enquiry, I’ve been on a journey of rediscovering the roots and purpose of education. Our dialogue focused on a topic that is close to my heart—Anganwadi centers. Growing up, I attended an Anganwadi center before moving to Delhi. Sadly, my memories are not fond ones. The environment was disheartening. Children showed up primarily to receive meals. Teachers, often untrained, were more interested in household tasks like knitting or shelling peas than in teaching or nurturing young minds. Learning...

In this special episode of “A DATE with Life Coach,” we dive into the hidden realities behind tobacco use, especially among young people. Join Life Coach Suneel Vatsyayan in a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation that goes beyond statistics — addressing the emotional, social, and systemic factors that push youth toward tobacco use. 🌀 D.A.T.E stands for Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco & Empowerment — a unique initiative by Nada India Foundation and Vidya Lead Academy , where wellness takes center stage and youth voices lead the change. 🎙️ Facilitated by passionate youth volunteer, this dialogue isn’t about blame — it’s about breaking silence , building awareness, and reclaiming well-being . ✨ In this episode, we talk about: Why tobacco still finds space in school and college life The subtle tactics of tobacco marketing How young leaders are rewriting their stories What it truly means to choose empowerment over addiction 🎧 Whether you’re a student, teacher, parent,...

By Vidya Lead Academy | In collaboration with Nada India Foundation "Empowerment is not something handed down—it is discovered, nurtured, and lived." — Dr. Kakoli Dey The recent session of Vidya Lead Academy , in association with Nada India Foundation , marked a powerful milestone in our mission to shape healthier campuses and conscious young citizens . Students from Manav Rachna International School, Faridabad , joined hands with youth from Shimla and Jamshedpur , bringing with them not just energy and curiosity but an urgent desire to act , reflect , and lead . Under the insightful mentorship of Mr. Suneel Vatsyayan (Life Coach and CEO, Vidya Lead Academy ) and Ms. Hiral Krishnatray , the session created a nurturing environment where young voices felt heard and respected. What emerged was not a lecture—but a shared space for self-discovery , social insight , and purpose-driven learning . A Special Guest with a Transformative Message We were honored to host Prof. ...

  Truth Circles, Sunscreen & Subhiksha: A New Wave of Youth Voices from Faridabad to Hyderabad “Don’t buy the lie, choose what’s true.” — Alisha, CAT Volunteer, Class 9 Faridabad  In the heart of Faridabad, a quiet but powerful movement is taking root—one that is linking school corridors to neighborhood corners, and connecting voices from Haryana to Hyderabad. At the center of it are 40 spirited young changemakers known as Community Action Teams (CATs) , trained and mentored through Nada Young India Network for Good Health (NYIN) . One of these changemakers is Alisha , a Class 9 student, who joined the network through an innovative online course on Appreciative Inquiry developed by Life Coach  CEO Vidya Lead Academy     Suneel Vatsyayan     and facilitated by Hiral , a peer leader who herself started her NYIN journey in the 9th grade. Now, Hiral is paying it forward by guiding the next generation of school health champions. As part ...

  India, as a welfare state and vibrant democracy , has consistently worked to uplift its citizens through a wide range of social and economic welfare schemes . These initiatives, launched by both the Union and State Governments , are often well-intentioned and well-planned. Yet, in a market-driven and commercially determined society , the voices of the most vulnerable— the poor, homeless, children, youth, women, transgender persons, the elderly, and socially and economically backward populations —often get drowned out. Despite the existence of strong social legislation and constitutional guarantees , the implementation at the administrative level remains fragmented and under-resourced . Schemes and laws often miss their intended impact due to lack of trained professionals who can understand and address the nuanced social needs of different communities. It is here that the need for an Indian Cadre of Social Defence Services becomes not just relevant, but urgent and essential . ...