Rural Lifeline Trust (RLT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering rural communities in Odisha. Among its notable initiatives, RLT operates the Happy Hands School for the Deaf and the Shikha Eco Learning Village, both of which have made a significant impact on the lives of the local population.
The Happy Hands School for the Deaf provides education and support to deaf children, ensuring they receive quality education and equal opportunities for growth. Through innovative teaching approaches and a focus on Indian Sign Language (ISL), the school aims to empower deaf students and help them thrive in a supportive environment. RLT recognizes the importance of inclusive education and strives to create a nurturing space where deaf children can fulfill their potential.
In addition, RLT runs the Shikha Eco Learning Village, a sustainable community that promotes environmental conservation, organic farming, and eco-friendly practices. The village serves as an educational hub, offering workshops and programs on sustainable living, traditional skills, and holistic development. By integrating practical learning with community engagement, the Shikha Eco Learning Village strives to create a harmonious relationship between humans and nature while uplifting the local community.
RLTs trustee are Deaf except for one hearing Trustee, disability has not confined them to be a matter of charity however, they are professionals and work far away from what ca be called charity. It is the real true service from a community, group, passionate people.