Vision:

Our vision is to transform the lives of young students through field-based immersion and experiential learning programs.

Program Overview:

Taking a one-year break, potentially after grade 12, can be a life-changing decision. This program is designed to help you:

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• Understand Deeper Issues: Use your break to gain insights into societal issues and contribute to social and human development.

• Discover Your Strengths: Identify your strengths and weaknesses while discovering a larger purpose in life.

• Rewarding Experiences: LCY is a rewarding journey that includes:

  • Individual Learning: Engage in multiple field experiences tailored to your interests.

  • Problem Solving: Become a problem solver by identifying issues during internships.

  • Empathy Mastery: Master empathy through mentoring and immersion experiences.

  • Purpose Clarity: Understand your larger life purpose through curated programs.

  • College Preparation: Prepare for the next phase of life, whether it's college or pursuing your passion.

 

Why Choose Sohum’s LCY?

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• Unique Approach: Based on the central theme of "experiment, explore, and expand," our program creates a safe and robust learning environment for students taking a break from regular studies.

• First of Its Kind: Sohum’s LCY is the first of its kind in India, offering a one-year pause from traditional studies.

• Strong Immersion: We are committed to creating strong immersion programs that provide participants with first-hand experiences.

• Breaking Taboos: We aim to break the taboo surrounding taking a one-year break and demonstrate its value for personal growth.

 

Program Framework:

Our LCY program is structured around key goals and actions:

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• Individual Learning: Gain insights through grassroots-level immersions beyond city privileges.

• Social Contribution: Contribute to society through internships at government schools, health centers, and more.

• Problem Solving: Identify and work on solutions to real-life problems encountered during immersion experiences.

• Thought Leadership: Develop critical thinking through activities like writing blogs and participating in discussions.

• Finding Purpose: Explore various programs designed to help you find your larger life purpose.

• Preparation for the Next Chapter: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed for college and beyond.

 

Program Timeline:

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• 30 APRIL, 2024- Last date of admission, subject to seats availability

• 29 MAY- 19 JUNE, 2024- 1st Immersion- BIHAR

• 20 JUNE- 13 JULY, 2024- Cooling-off period

• 14 JULY-28 JULY, 2024- 2nd Immersion- JAIPUR

• 28 JULY-31 JULY, 2024- Cooling-off period

• AUGUST, 2024- Paper, blogs & Expert sessions

• SEPTEMBER, 2024- 3rd Immersion- Project Prakash

• OCTOBER, 2024- Sessions, talks, discussions & Workshops

• NOVEMBER, 2024- Expert sessions & Dinner in the Dark

• DECEMBER, 2024- Reflective sessions & Writing around learnings during the program

• JANUARY, 2025- Wrapping up the program

 

Join Sohum’s Life-Changing Year program and embark on a transformative journey that will shape your future. Don't miss the opportunity to gain valuable experiences, skills, and insights during your year-long break. Discover a larger purpose in life, become a problem solver, and prepare for the next exciting chapter. Your life-changing year begins here.