Jamshedpur: Tata Steel Foundation, Jamshedpur won the Jury’s Commendation at Bridgestone Mobility Social Impact Awards for 2024. Bridgestone Mobility Social Impact Awards (MSIA) is an initiative of Bridgestone India to promote safe and sustainable mobility for all. The awards aim to identify, recognize and promote innovations in sustainable mobility that address social issues and advance social development through the work of Not-for-Profit Organizations.
The 4th edition of the awards received close to 100 entries and selected the winners under the categories of ‘Mobility for empowerment of vulnerable groups’ and ‘Mobility for Increased Access to Resources and Opportunities’.
“Bridgestone’s mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’ lies at the core of how we contribute towards people and communities around us. As a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions, these awards represent our commitment to support and celebrate mobility innovations for the greater good. This is the 4th edition for Bridgestone Mobility Social Impact Awards and we are enthused to see the calibre and impact of all participating organisations in providing solutions for the pressing needs of communities and working towards improving the quality of life of those whom they serve.” said Hiroshi Yoshizane, Managing Director Bridgestone India.
Tata Steel Foundation from Jamshedpur, Jharkhand was commended by the Jury for their outstanding project ‘Masti Ki Pathshala’ (MKP). This project aims to eliminate the worst forms of child labour in Jamshedpur by fostering a citizen-led movement to identify, support, and connect affected children to education. MKP operates through three modes: Residential Bridge Course (RBC) for homeless children to prepare for school integration, Non-Residential Bridge Course (NRBC) centers within slum settlements for preparation and enrollment in government and semi-government schools, and direct enrolment for children needing no bridging. The program also emphasizes enrolling young children di2rectly into kindergarten and preparing older children (15-17 years) for careers and higher education, ensuring a comprehensive approach to breaking the cycle of child labour.
Sourav Roy CEO, Tata Steel Foundation said “We appreciate Bridgestone India for recognizing the efforts to stand by vulnerable children who comprise a large section of the most marginalized community in our country. This recognition strengthens our commitment to transforming lives of children through education. We are also grateful to the community for their trust and support, and we remain dedicated to fostering positive change through education.”
