How Our Student Initiative Works

From identifying needy families to delivering completed homes, our transparent process ensures every step is community-driven and student-led with full accountability.

Our Complete Workflow

Every home we build follows this transparent, student-led process. From initial surveys to final handover, community involvement ensures accountability.

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STEP 01

Community Identification

Student teams conduct field surveys in Jaipur slums and rural areas to identify families living in unsafe housing conditions.

Door-to-door surveys by student volunteers
Documentation of current living conditions
Income verification and family assessment
GPS mapping of potential locations
Duration
2-3 weeks per area
Student Team
Survey Team (15 students)
STEP 02

Application & Verification

Families submit applications which are verified by student teams working with local community leaders.

Simple application form in Hindi/English
Income documents and family photos
Community leader recommendations
Student team home visits for verification
Duration
1-2 weeks processing
Student Team
Verification Team (10 students)
STEP 03

Selection & Planning

Community committees with student representatives select beneficiaries and create construction plans.

Transparent scoring system based on need
Community voting with student facilitation
Site surveys and soil testing
Architectural planning by engineering students
Duration
3-4 weeks
Student Team
Planning Team (20 students)
STEP 04

Fundraising Campaign

Student teams launch targeted fundraising campaigns for each selected family with transparent cost breakdown.

Social media campaigns by students
College fundraising events and drives
Corporate partnership outreach
Real-time donation tracking system
Duration
4-6 weeks
Student Team
Fundraising Team (25 students)
STEP 05

Construction Phase

Student volunteers work with local contractors on weekends and holidays to build homes with quality supervision.

Weekend construction by student volunteers
Professional contractor supervision
Quality control by engineering students
Daily progress updates and photos
Duration
8-12 weeks
Student Team
Construction Team (30 students)
STEP 06

Handover & Follow-up

Completed homes are handed over to families with maintenance training and ongoing student support.

Quality inspection before handover
Keys ceremony with community celebration
Basic maintenance training for families
6-month follow-up visits by students
Duration
2 weeks + ongoing
Student Team
Support Team (8 students)

Complete Transparency

Every step is documented with photos, reports, and financial records. Donors can track their contributions from fundraising to final handover.

Application Process

Our application process is designed to be simple for families while ensuring fair selection through student verification teams and community involvement.

Eligibility Requirements

Family Income

Monthly household income below ₹8,000

Verification: Income certificates, employment records

Current Housing

Living in unsafe/temporary structures

Verification: Home visit photos, structural assessment

Family Size

Families with children or elderly members

Verification: Ration card, Aadhar cards

Land Ownership

Own plot of land or have legal rights

Verification: Land documents, community testimony

Community Standing

Good reputation in local community

Verification: Community leader recommendations

Residence Duration

Living in Jaipur area for minimum 2 years

Verification: Voter ID, utility bills, school records

Required Documents

Aadhar Cards (all family members)
Income Certificate
Ration Card/BPL Card
Land ownership documents
Passport-size family photographs
Bank account details
Community leader recommendation letter
Current housing photographs

Application Submission Methods

WhatsApp: +91 98765 43210
Student help centers in 5 Jaipur locations
Monthly community camps

Student Support System

Our student volunteers provide free assistance to help families understand and complete the application process. No family is turned away due to paperwork difficulties.

Language Support:Hindi, English, and Rajasthani
Document Help:Free photocopying and form filling
Follow-up:Regular updates on application status

Application Timeline

Document submissionDay 1
Student verification visitDays 3-5
Community reviewDays 7-10
Final decisionDay 14

Fair Selection Process

Our transparent scoring system ensures the most deserving families are selected through community-driven evaluation with student oversight for accountability.

Scoring Criteria

Housing Condition

30%(0-30 points)
Structural safety of current dwelling
Risk of collapse or damage
Access to basic amenities
Overcrowding situation

Economic Need

25%(0-25 points)
Monthly family income level
Number of earning members
Medical expenses burden
Children's education costs

Family Vulnerability

20%(0-20 points)
Presence of elderly members
Children under 5 years
Disabled family members
Single parent households

Community Impact

15%(0-15 points)
Community leader recommendations
Neighbor testimonials
Social contribution to area
Local integration level

Long-term Stability

10%(0-10 points)
Duration of residence in area
Job stability indicators
Family ties to community
Future sustainability prospects

Minimum Qualifying Score

70/100
Families must score at least 70 points to qualify for selection. Higher scores receive priority in the queue.

Selection Committee

Community Elder

2 members

Local knowledge and cultural guidance

Student Representative

3 members

Process transparency and documentation

Local Authority

1 member

Legal compliance and verification

Women's Group Leader

1 member

Gender perspective and family needs

Selection Meeting Process

1
All applications reviewed together
2
Independent scoring by each member
3
Open discussion and consensus building
4
Final ranking and selection announcement

Transparency Measures

Open Scoring

All scores are shared publicly with applicants and community members for complete transparency.

Appeal Process

Families can appeal decisions within 7 days with student advocate support for fair resolution.

Public Records

Meeting minutes and selection records are published online for community review and feedback.

Construction Timeline

Each home is built over 12 weeks with student volunteers working alongside professional contractors to ensure quality and provide learning opportunities.

Foundation (Weeks 1-2)

Site preparation and excavation
Foundation laying with engineering student oversight
Plumbing groundwork installation
Quality checks by student inspection team

Student Team

10 engineering students + 15 general volunteers

Key Materials

Cement, steel bars, sand, aggregates

Phase Cost

₹25,000 - ₹30,000

Structure (Weeks 3-5)

Wall construction with brick laying
Beam and lintel installation
Door and window frame placement
Structural integrity testing

Student Team

8 architecture students + 20 construction volunteers

Key Materials

Bricks, cement, steel, door/window frames

Phase Cost

₹35,000 - ₹40,000

Roofing (Weeks 6-7)

Roof slab preparation and casting
Waterproofing application
Parapet wall construction
Drainage system installation

Student Team

12 civil engineering students + 18 volunteers

Key Materials

Concrete, waterproofing materials, tiles

Phase Cost

₹20,000 - ₹25,000

Utilities (Weeks 8-9)

Electrical wiring and fixtures
Plumbing completion and testing
Bathroom tile installation
Kitchen platform construction

Student Team

6 electrical students + 8 plumbing helpers

Key Materials

Electrical fittings, pipes, tiles, fixtures

Phase Cost

₹15,000 - ₹18,000

Finishing (Weeks 10-12)

Wall plastering and painting
Floor tiling completion
Final electrical and plumbing connections
Cleaning and quality inspection

Student Team

15 students from various colleges

Key Materials

Paint, tiles, finishing materials

Phase Cost

₹12,000 - ₹15,000

Weekly Work Schedule

Saturday

25-30 students
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Major construction work

Sunday

20-25 students
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Finishing and detail work

Weekdays

5-10 students
After college hours
Supervision and planning

Student Safety Protocols

Mandatory safety gear for all volunteers
Professional supervisor always present
Basic construction training before participation
First aid kits and emergency protocols

Quality Assurance

Inspection Checkpoints

Foundation Approval
Engineering student + contractor sign-off
Structure Verification
Load-bearing capacity and safety check
Utilities Testing
Electrical and plumbing system validation
Final Inspection
Complete quality audit before handover

Construction Standards

25+ years
Expected lifespan
600 sq ft
Standard home size
2 rooms
Plus kitchen & bath
100%
Quality guaranteed

Student Team Structure

Our 100+ student volunteers are organized into specialized teams, each contributing unique skills to ensure every home is built with quality, transparency, and community impact.

Leadership Team

8 studentsIIT Jaipur, MNIT

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overall project coordination
  • Strategic planning and decision making
  • External partnerships and funding
  • Quality control and accountability

Required Skills:

Project management, leadership, communication

Time Commitment:

15-20 hours/week

Construction Team

30 studentsEngineering colleges, Polytechnics

Key Responsibilities:

  • Weekend construction work
  • Site supervision and safety
  • Material management
  • Technical problem solving

Required Skills:

Construction basics, safety protocols, teamwork

Time Commitment:

12-15 hours/week

Fundraising Team

25 studentsBusiness schools, Commerce colleges

Key Responsibilities:

  • Social media campaigns
  • College event organization
  • Corporate outreach
  • Donor relationship management

Required Skills:

Marketing, communication, event management

Time Commitment:

8-12 hours/week

Documentation Team

12 studentsJournalism, Mass comm colleges

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project photography and videography
  • Social media content creation
  • Impact story writing
  • Transparency report preparation

Required Skills:

Photography, writing, social media

Time Commitment:

6-10 hours/week

Community Outreach

15 studentsSocial work, Liberal arts

Key Responsibilities:

  • Beneficiary identification
  • Community relationship building
  • Application assistance
  • Cultural integration programs

Required Skills:

Local languages, interpersonal skills

Time Commitment:

10-12 hours/week

Technical Support

10 studentsComputer science, IT colleges

Key Responsibilities:

  • Website and app development
  • Donation platform management
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Digital tools implementation

Required Skills:

Programming, web development, analytics

Time Commitment:

8-15 hours/week

Training Programs

Construction Basics

2 days

All construction volunteers

Safety protocols
Basic masonry
Tool usage
Quality standards

Leadership Development

3 days

Team leaders

Project management
Team coordination
Conflict resolution
Decision making

Community Engagement

1 day

Outreach team

Cultural sensitivity
Communication skills
Local language basics
Social awareness

Digital Marketing

2 days

Fundraising team

Social media strategy
Content creation
Campaign management
Analytics

Team Coordination

Weekly Coordination

Monday: Team leader meeting (7 PM)
Wednesday: All-hands update (8 PM)
Friday: Progress review (7 PM)

Communication Tools

WhatsApp groups for real-time updates
Slack workspace for project management
Google Drive for shared documents

Recognition System

Monthly volunteer awards
Skill development certificates
Leadership opportunity progression

Join Our Student Movement

Whether you have 5 hours or 15 hours per week, there's a meaningful role for you in our mission to provide safe housing for underprivileged families in Jaipur.