We Serve India 2025 Application Form

Eligibility Criteria
  • 1. Participants applying for the awards must be Indian citizens and at least 18 years of age as of March 31, 2025.
  • 2. Individuals applying for the awards can be anyone of the following:
    1. a. Social entrepreneurs running a NGO, NPO, Foundation or equivalent entities in India. (Individuals who aim to create a positive social impact through their initiative with an aim to generate enough revenue to sustain operations and expand their reach).
    2. b. Professionals working in an NGO, NPO, Foundation or equivalent entities in India.
    3. c. An individual independently working without any affiliation to a foundation or corporate backing.
  • 3. Individuals must provide an acknowledgment letter from references who are beneficiaries of their initiative to validate the impact/outcomes mentioned in their application. Individuals working in an NGO, NPO, or foundation is required to share employment proof.
  • 4. The initiative or story described in the case study section must have been executed, with its impact demonstrated, during the period from April 01, 2024, to March 31, 2025. This should be supported by appropriate documentation and testimonials.
  • 5. The participant's location of the initiative must correspond to the region selected for the application, regardless of the residential address mentioned on the Government ID.
  • 6. The initiative must be commenced in, and should have an impact on, the community/location or region selected in the application form.
  • 7. Region defined:
    1. East: Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura.
    2. West: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu (UT), Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh
    3. North: Jammu & Kashmir (UT), Ladakh (UT), Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh (UT), Uttarakhand, Delhi (UT), Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan,
    4. South: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry (UT), Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT), Lakshadweep (UT,
  • 8. The final eligibility of the Participant will be subject to the terms & conditions and along with approval of the Awards Management and the Jury

IMPORTANT RULES FOR PARTICIPATION
  • All questions must be answered. Incomplete forms will be disqualified and not shown to the jury for evaluation.
  • The final eligibility of the nominees is subject to the Terms & Conditions (uploaded on the awards website)
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Innovation in Education Learning & Skill DevelopmentThis category recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to providing education and skill development opportunities for marginalized communities, including underprivileged children, girls, and economically disadvantaged individuals. These efforts focus on ensuring inclusive and equitable access to quality education, promoting lifelong learning, enhancing digital and vocational skills, and empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools needed for sustainable livelihoods and social mobility.
Innovation in Environmental SustainabilityThis category recognizes individuals who have taken impactful initiatives to protect, preserve, and restore the environment while promoting sustainable practices. It highlights grassroots responses to climate change, water conservation, clean energy, and biodiversity protection, including glacier, forest and agriculture preservation, waste recycling. The focus is on efforts that integrate innovation, advocacy, or community engagement to address environmental social issues such as waste management, resource conservation, ecological restoration, climate resilience and a sustainable future for all.
Inclusive Healthcare & AccessibilityThis category recognizes individuals advancing inclusive, equitable healthcare solutions, especially for underserved, differently abled and marginalized communities. These changemakers improve access to primary care, promote hygiene, and reduce health disparities through sustainable, community-driven initiatives. The innovation can span across technology, infrastructure, service delivery, policy advocacy, or community-based interventions that remove barriers and promote healthcare equity.
Tech-led Social InnovationThis category recognizes individuals who harness creativity, technology, and forward-thinking solutions to address pressing social, environmental, or economic challenges. These changemakers develop scalable, tech-driven solutions such as low-cost health devices, AI-powered learning platforms for rural education, sanitation solutions for urban slums, etc. that deliver measurable, sustainable outcomes and uplift underserved communities. Their work exemplifies purpose-led design and problem-solving, especially in contexts where traditional approaches have proven inadequate, accelerating progress toward equity, environmental sustainability, and inclusive development
Women-led Social InnovationThis category recognizes innovative initiatives led by a woman that address critical social challenges and create positive, inclusive impact on communities. The innovation can span across areas such as education, health, livelihood, environment, gender equality, social justice, social entrepreneurship, etc. and must demonstrate clear leadership by a woman. The solution should reflect originality, community engagement, and measurable outcomes that improve quality of life and promote social equity.

(*) mandatory to be answered.

Section IA – Select the relevant region:

About the paticipant
Region where the initiative was implemented?*
    • State/UT where the Initiative was carried out by you?*

    (*) mandatory to be answered.

    Section IB – Participant Details

    About the participant
    Name of the participant*:
    Contact Details*:
    • Mobile:
    • Email Id:
    Educational Qualification*:
    Occupational Status*:
    Name of the Organization & Designation*:
    Current residing address:
    • Address*:
    • City/Village*:
    No. of years contributed as a social worker as on March 31, 2025*
    Website link (if available)
    Social Media profile links*:
    • Linkedin:
    • Facebook:
    • Twitter:
    • Instagram:

    (*) mandatory to be answered.

    Section II: Case study questions

    How has your journey in social workspaces evolved, whether in a professional capacity or as an independent contributor?* (Max 100 words)
    0/100 words used

    Initiative details:*

    Name of the Initiative you are applying for the Award* (Max 10 words):0/10 words used
    Initiative start/launch date*:
    Initiative end date*:
    Location of the Initiative*:
    Describe the initiative you have undertaken in the selected category. * (Max 200 words)(Elaborate details such as problem addressed, target audience, geographical reach, challenges faced and how you overcame them, approach or technology used, team involved, your involvement/ contributions, etc.)
    0/200 words used
    Please elaborate on the overall impact of your initiative to date, highlighting specific outcomes during the period from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. * (Max 200 words)(Impact details such as primary beneficiaries, social/economic/environmental benefits, measurable outcomes, before & after analysis, any long-term effects, etc.)
    0/200 words used
    What is your plan to ensure the long-term sustainability and potential scalability of your initiative? * (Max 200 words)(Elaborate details such as scaling strategy, sustainability measures, expand reach, maintain impact over time, build partnerships or systems, etc.)
    0/200 words used
    Briefly explain the types of support you received for the initiative. * (Max 200 words)(Information such as assistance received from your NGO/Foundation/private organization, crowd funding efforts, funding or manpower support received, any partnerships or collaborations sustained, any form of non-monetary support, etc.)
    0/200 words used

    (*) mandatory to be answered.

    Section III: Reference details

    REFERENCES (Minimum one reference is mandatory)

    Provide details of individual/s who can serve as references for you

    References should be an individual who is aware about your contribution to the initiative mentioned as an investor/collaborator/beneficiary/employer and can verify the details in case the audit team reaches out to them. Do not mention blood relative/ family members as references.Note: Participant must provide correct and accurate contact information of the references, if the same is not mentioned application form it can lead to the disqualification of the participant.
    Reference 1*Reference 2
    • Name:
    • Designation:
    • Organisation:
    • Mobile No:
    • Email Id:
    • Role of the individual in your initiative
    • Name:
    • Designation:
    • Organisation:
    • Mobile No:
    • Email Id:
    • Role of the individual in your initiative

    (*) mandatory to be answered.

    Section IV: Supporting documents

    1. Participant passport size HD photograph*
    2. Supporting images/ documents related to the initiative*
    3. Evidence/ report that can demonstrate the outcome of your initiative
    4. Awards and Accolades achieved in the past
    5. Employee involvement letter by the organization (for individuals who are employed by an NGO/NPO/Foundation)
    Please include as many supporting documents as possible to strengthen your application. The more detailed and comprehensive your submission, the better jury can assess your contributions and impact.