To become an instrument of transformation and reformation of the Juvenile Justice System and the Criminal Justice System and the rehabilitation of offenders towards being more compassionate, values driven, and contributing members of society
To strengthen the Juvenile Justice and Criminal Justice ecosystems by combining direct work with offenders, capacity-building of staff, and systemic improvements that support sustainable transformation and rehabilitation
At Seedling Foundation, our focus is to bring about holistic and lasting change within the Dongri Observation Home, positively impacting the lives of Children in Conflict with Law (CCL), the staff who work with them, and the institutional system as a whole.
We believe that true transformation requires more than surface-level solutions. Our approach is rooted in addressing the deeper needs of individuals and systems through:
Inner Transformation
Facilitating personal growth, emotional healing, and the cultivation of compassion and consciousness among children
Mental Health Support
Promoting emotional well-being and psychological resilience through structured support and sensitivity
Mindset Shift
Working with both children and staff to cultivate healthier, more empathetic perspectives
Environmental Change
Creating a more positive, nurturing, and structured space within the Observation Home
Socio-Emotional Learning and Educational Exposure
Designing programs that emphasize values and manners, emotional awareness, and broad knowledge and exposure based on curiosity rather than textbook style teaching
Identifying and Addressing Systemic Gaps
Observing and analyzing the system to recognize what is missing—and actively working to bridge those gaps
Importantly, our work does not involve direct engagement with the legal aspects of the children’s cases. Instead, we focus on complementing the legal process through social, emotional, and structural support.
See the FAQs to learn more about the Juvenile Justice System and Dongri Observation Home.
Join us in our journey to make a difference in the lives of these children and create a brighter future for them.
Recently we organized a new event called “Dongri ke Mastermind”, a quiz game show, similar to “Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC)”.
Recently we organized a new event called “Dongri ke Mastermind”, a quiz game show, similar to “Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC)”.
Seeds of Change is about more than tasks and rewards. It’s about shifting culture.
Small seeds. Big trees. Lasting change.
Opening (5 mins) Welcome the participants with Tika + Heart Pins Simple Human Knot activity (10 to 15 mins) Explanation and Introduction (10 mins) “Today,
Download Presentation Overall Goal of Session: Ratan Tata was one of the gems of our nation and the world. He lived a simple life, highly
Download Presentation Overall Goal of Session: The life and work of Baba Amte is extraordinary. His simplicity, compassion and courage are beyond imagination. Throwing some
Nimo is a mentor and a dear friend. He is an inspiration to us. This song is particularly close to our heart and in many ways, it serves as a guiding principle for our work. It also closely relates to the name of the project. We express our gratitude to Nimo for this wonderful creation!
Planting Seeds by Empty Hands Music, ft. Nimo Patel