Mithila Jagrukta Abhiyan Foundation

If you are looking for Mithila Jagrukta Abhiyan Foundation, you have to head out to Gangaur village. It’s in the Harlahi block, near Saharghat in Madhubani district. It is a real rural area, so the roads aren't always the best, especially when the rains come through. We operate right out of the village itself. There’s no fancy office building here. We just use a space in the Tola where everyone can reach us easily. The people here are mostly farmers and small traders. Speaking the local language helps us understand how hard things can be when the crops are bad or the weather doesn't help. This foundation started because we wanted to see our own people get ahead. It’s not about making a name for ourselves. Most of the time, we just do what we can with the little we have. You’ll often find us sitting on a charpai talking to the elders or helping a student with their forms. No fancy computers or high-speed internet are available here most of the time. Relying on people talking to each other is how things get done. It’s an old-fashioned way of doing things, but it works for Gangaur. We don't pretend to be something we aren't. Village folks looking out for neighbors is the main idea. It’s simple, honest work and we don't ask for much in return. We’re just happy to be here.