{"id":293,"date":"2024-12-01T11:47:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-01T06:17:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/?p=293"},"modified":"2025-10-10T15:28:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T09:58:44","slug":"impact_ashwanth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/impact_ashwanth\/","title":{"rendered":"From Rural Roots to Social Change &#8211; Ashwanth\u2019s Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For Ashwanth, a final-year student from a rural background, entering the world of social work was not just a leap into a new field but a step into a transformative journey. His first encounter with Rubaroo came through an Instagram post, which led him to apply for their Emerging Leaders Programme (ELP) 2023 fellowship. This programme was his gateway to a world of ideas, growth, and impact as he implemented the adolescent curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI came across Rubaroo on Instagram and decided to apply for the ELP fellowship. Coming from a rural background, I wasn\u2019t fluent in English, but after joining the program, I\u2019ve seen my language skills improve,\u201d<\/em> he shares. Despite initial challenges, Ashwanth embraced this opportunity to learn, develop, and connect with young minds through the fellowship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The journey brought significant personal growth as he moved past language barriers, stepping into a supportive environment where his confidence in communication flourished. This experience with Rubaroo wasn\u2019t just about education; it was about empowerment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Becoming one with Rubaroo<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Being part of Rubaroo has influenced Ashwanth\u2019s life deeply, opening doors to ideas he hadn\u2019t encountered before, including topics like gender equality, social justice, and interfaith dialogue. Each conversation and activity during the programme challenged and enriched his worldview, helping him understand societal issues on a broader scale. Through Rubaroo, he engaged in open discussions around sensitive social issues, something he had limited exposure to in his hometown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI\u2019ve realised that investing time, empathy, and a willingness to learn can lead to immense growth. Rubaroo taught me about diverse cultures, improved my communication, and strengthened my interpersonal skills,\u201d<\/em> says Ashwanth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As he learned from fellow participants and facilitators, Ashwanth found himself evolving. Each workshop and discussion nurtured his curiosity and deepened his awareness. He began developing essential interpersonal skills and learning the art of empathy, understanding different perspectives, and tackling complex issues without judgement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Broader community engagement and impact<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Reflecting on the broader community impact of Rubaroo, Ashwanth acknowledges how the organisation has sparked awareness and change, particularly in addressing gender inequalities. Through its programs, Rubaroo has created a space where young people can critically examine societal norms, question biases, and contribute to a more inclusive society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cRubaroo\u2019s efforts have a wider impact by challenging ingrained societal traits and promoting a healthy mindset. It\u2019s about growing by identifying areas of improvement and building better traits,\u201d<\/em> Ashwanth shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through Rubaroo, he has come to understand that some behaviors and attitudes are inherited from society, while others are shaped through experiences. The journey of learning is continuous, and Rubaroo plays an instrumental role in this by encouraging young minds to question stereotypes and cultivate a mindset of inclusivity and respect. This impact doesn\u2019t just touch individual lives; it creates a ripple effect, spreading awareness and fostering understanding throughout the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Advice for young changemakers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwanth\u2019s journey with Rubaroo has left a lasting impression, motivating him to stay engaged in social work and advocacy. He hopes to continue working with Rubaroo on gender-focused projects, feeling that there is much more he can contribute and learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To aspiring changemakers, Ashwanth offers heartfelt advice: <em>\u201cLife often gives us moments where we can shape our future, don\u2019t miss them. Embrace every opportunity and explore the world.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwanth\u2019s story stands as a testament to the impact that supportive spaces like Rubaroo can have on young people. They provide more than skills; they offer purpose, growth, and the confidence to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/rubaroohyd\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?resize=1024%2C360\" alt=\"CTA\" class=\"wp-image-92\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?resize=1024%2C360&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?resize=300%2C106&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?resize=768%2C270&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?resize=1536%2C540&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-353.png?w=1910&amp;ssl=1 1910w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For Ashwanth, a final-year student from a rural background, entering the world of social work was not just a leap into a new field but a step into a transformative journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":295,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[19,21,20,22,11,17,18],"class_list":["post-293","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-impact-stories","tag-confidence","tag-empathy","tag-growth","tag-opportunity","tag-rubaroo","tag-social-change","tag-young-people"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"featured_image_urls":{"full":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=2240%2C1260&ssl=1",2240,1260,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=300%2C169&ssl=1",300,169,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=768%2C432&ssl=1",768,432,true],"large":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1",1024,576,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=1536%2C864&ssl=1",1536,864,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=2048%2C1152&ssl=1",2048,1152,true]},"author_info":{"display_name":"Faiz Jiwani","author_link":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/author\/faiz-jiwani\/"},"category_info":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/category\/impact-stories\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Impact Stories<\/a>","tag_info":"Impact Stories","comment_count":"0","jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Black-and-White-Blog-Banner-34.png?fit=2240%2C1260&ssl=1","jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/293","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=293"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/293\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":466,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/293\/revisions\/466"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/295"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=293"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=293"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rubaroo.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=293"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}