For over two decades, we have been on a mission to transform India. Through our relentless efforts in education, livelihoods, governance, and policy training, we've touched the lives of countless individuals, empowering them to take charge of their lives. Today, we reach out to you to stand with us. Your support means more than just funding—it means hope for those striving to be seen, heard, and counted. It means building a future where every individual has the freedom to make their own choices, where institutions serve the people with integrity, and where every citizen has the opportunity to realize their full potential. Join us in continuing this journey of change. Together, we can make a difference that echoes across generations. 🔗 Donation link: https://ccs.in/donate Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Bhavya Mehta #donationappeal #donation #Centreforcivilsociety #donations #donationsneeded
Centre for Civil Society
Think Tanks
New Delhi, Delhi 57,404 followers
Social Change Through Public Policy
About us
Centre for Civil Society advances social change through public policy. Our work in education, livelihood, and policy training promotes choice and accountability across the private and public sectors. To translate policy into practice, we engage with policy and opinion leaders through research, pilot projects and advocacy. We are India’s leading liberal think tank, ranked 50 worldwide by the annual study conducted by the Think Tanks and Civil Society Program at the University of Pennsylvania. Our vision is that each individual leads a life of choice in personal, economic and political spheres and every institution is accountable. We successfully campaigned for livelihood freedom for street entrepreneurs, resulting in the passing of the Street Vendors (Regulation and Protection of Livelihood Act in March 2014. Our School Choice Campaign popularised the instrument of school vouchers in education, increasing choice and access to quality education for all. Currently, our focus is on reshaping the school education policy landscape - shifting the focus to learning outcomes, expanding choice in education and advocating deregulation for private sector; amplifying the voice of budget private schools which are catering to the poor sections of society but face closure in the face of the RTE; enhancing choice and accountability through the CCS skill voucher model in government skilling programs; promoting livelihood freedom by facilitating effective implementation of the Street Vendors Act and creating future leaders through policy trainings and courses who will be champions of liberty in their fields going forward.
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http://www.ccs.in
External link for Centre for Civil Society
- Industry
- Think Tanks
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Education (School Choice), Livelihood (Deregulation), Livelihood (Skill Vouchers), Policy Training, Public Policy, Policy Research, governance, and advocacy
Locations
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A-69, Hauz Khas
Ground Floor
New Delhi, Delhi 110016, IN
Employees at Centre for Civil Society
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IRIS MADEIRA
Personalized education consulting for 30+ years | Partner & Founding Director, Madhavi Desai Consulting | LEAD COUNSELLOR Hill Spring International…
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Daniel Austin Green, JD, MLitt, MA, CPA
Secretary-Treasurer @ Universidad Francisco Marroquín | Lawyer, CPA, Economist, Theologian, Musician
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Vishwanath Gurlhosur
TEDx Speaker|| Intl OD Facilitator|| Design Thinking Expert|| Entrepreneur || Economist by Passion || Adjunct Professor
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Aayushi Gupta
Research intern at Centre for Civil Society
Updates
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🌸 Sakshi: A Lotus in STEM 🌸 Did you know that only 35% of STEM graduates worldwide are women? Sakshi’s story is proof that with determination and the right support, barriers can be broken. Thanks to the P&G Shiksha Betiyan Scholarship, she’s paving the way for a brighter future in STEM. But there are many more girls like Sakshi waiting for their chance. Your support can make all the difference. 💡 Donate now and help a girl’s dream bloom! Procter & Gamble | Amit Chandra | Nitesh Anand #Betiyan #Scholarship #SupportGirls #STEM #DonateNow #empowerher #CentreForCivilSociety
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This #dussehra, join us in championing the cause of #educationreform . 🎓 Improving education governance will definitely bring better outcomes for every child. By advocating for a neutral regulatory environment and promoting school choice, we are working towards a future where #qualityeducation is accessible to all. Donate today to support education reform: https://ccs.in/donate #centreforcivilsociety #happydusshera #donate #donation #education
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What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others." – Pericles Sir Ratan Tata’s contributions to our society, to India, and to the values we hold dear have been profound. At the Centre for Civil Society, we are deeply grateful for the support and wisdom he has extended to our organisation over the years through his generous philanthropy. His support of our initiative Jeevika has empowered thousands of street vendors, creating pathways to economic freedom and dignity. Rest in peace, Mr. Tata. You will always be remembered. 🕊️ #rip #ratantata
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Aditi Thakur writes for Spontaneous Order Blog on why “Scrapping Standardised Textbooks Can Improve Student Learning”.. 📚 She takes the view that “offering schools and teachers a choice to pick the textbook that suits their needs, including textbooks that are localised, can weed out rote learning and add a rich, context-specific knowledge that can empower students across India.” Click here to read the entire piece: https://lnkd.in/gMdvKuAX #EducationReform #SchoolAutonomy #Textbooks #FutureOfEducation #LearningTransformation
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📢 Centre for Civil Society in collaboration with Caucus : The Discussion Forum of Hindu College, Delhi University is coming to Hindu College for an interactive talk with Barun Mitra on Philosophy in Practice: The Art of Thinking Clearly. 🎓✨ 📅 Thursday, 10 October 2024 ⏰ 2:30 to 4:00 PM 📍 Hindu College, North Delhi Anshu Chowdhury #PhilosophyInPractice #CCS #HinduCollege #Philosophy #Politics #Economics #PublicPolicy
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In this #Baithak highlight, Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal defines the importance of process reforms—essential structural changes needed to boost #economic growth. This insightful conversation was part of our 27th Foundation Day celebration at CCS, where we were joined by Mr. Gurcharan Das and Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal for an engaging discussion on the state of 🎥 Watch the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gFjM4KKg #EconomicReforms #Startups #Entrepreneurship #centreforcivilsociety
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In this #Baithak highlight, Mr. Gurcharan Das emphasizes the power of #opportunity in transforming lives—especially in uplifting the lower class into the middle and upper classes. He introduces the idea of an 'Opportunity Index' as a #solution, a global measure that can help ensure fair chances for everyone to succeed. This inspiring conversation took place at CCS’s 27th #foundationday, where Mr. Gurcharan Das and Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal explored key ideas for building a more equitable and prosperous society. 🔗👥 Watch the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gFjM4KKg #OpportunityForAll #EconomicGrowth #SocialMobility #centreforcivilsociety
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For this week's #MondayMusing, we feature BR Shenoy's essay titled "Auctioning Import Licenses", published in the Indian Libertarian's January 1959 issue. In this essay, Shenoy highlights the inefficiencies and corruption surrounding India's import licensing system and advocates for auctioning licenses as a solution to generate revenue and stabilize the economy. 🔗📖 Read the complete musing on our website: https://lnkd.in/g3sDAXYz #BRShenoy #IndianEconomy #EconomicReform #TradePolicy #IndianLiberals
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In this #Baithak highlight, Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal addresses the misconception that simple rules are necessary because #India is a complex country. He counters this by sharing the example of Singapore, where simpler rules have led to better #governance and economic success. This thought-provoking discussion was part of CCS's 27th Foundation Day, featuring Mr. Gurcharan Das and Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal. Watch the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gFjM4KKg Amit Chandra | Parth Shah | Kumar Anand | Nitesh Anand | Narendra Modi | Prime Ministers Office #processreforms #Simplification #EconomicGrowth #centreforcivilsociety