Applications Open for the UMANG Fellowship by TISS Mumbai

Applications Open for the UMANG Fellowship by TISS Mumbai

The Centre for Lifelong Learning, School of Social Work, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the UMANG Fellowship — a transformative six-month hybrid programme designed to empower teachers to create joyful, inclusive, and emotionally nurturing classrooms.

About the UMANG Fellowship

The UMANG Fellowship is an innovative initiative aimed at supporting school teachers in strengthening their capacity to integrate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) within their teaching practice. The programme focuses on fostering emotional intelligence, empathy, and well-being among both teachers and students.

Through this fellowship, participants receive:

• Comprehensive training in SEL concepts and classroom practices
• Personalized mentorship from experts in the field
• Access to cutting-edge SEL tools and resources
• Opportunities to connect with a network of educators committed to emotional well-being and inclusive education

The fellowship is fully funded by the Flourishing Minds Fund (USA), ensuring that selected fellows can access high-quality training and mentorship at no cost.

Programme Duration and Format

• Duration: 6 months
• Mode: Hybrid (Online and In-person sessions)
• Focus Areas: Joyful learning, inclusion, emotional well-being, and holistic development of teachers and students

Who Can Apply

The UMANG Fellowship welcomes applications from:

• Teachers with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience
• Individuals fluent in both Hindi and English
• Educators who are passionate about integrating SEL into their classroom environments

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following documents via email to reachtoumang@gmail.com:

1️⃣ A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2️⃣ A 500-word motivation statement and project idea

3️⃣ A No Objection Certificate (NoC) from the current employer (if required)

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 8 November 2025

Why Apply for the UMANG Fellowship?

• Be part of a pioneering SEL initiative led by one of India’s premier institutes in social work and education
• Receive hands-on mentorship from experts in emotional learning
• Access innovative teaching tools to enhance classroom engagement
• Join a community of changemakers working towards emotional well-being and inclusive education in India

Contact Information

📧 Email: reachtoumang@gmail.com

🏫 Organized by: Centre for Lifelong Learning, School of Social Work, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

About TISS

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is one of India’s most renowned institutions for social sciences, education, and development studies. Through initiatives like the UMANG Fellowship, TISS continues to promote lifelong learning, emotional well-being, and inclusive educational practices across India.

Apply today and become a part of the UMANG Fellowship — where teachers learn, grow, and transform education through empathy and emotional intelligence.

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