Every year, thousands of young people leave school too soon. Some never return. They disappear from classrooms and slip into a space where opportunities are few and expectations are even fewer. In rural and urban communities alike, dropout youth face the double burden of lost learning and social judgment. Often misunderstood, they are seen as disinterested or careless — when in reality, most leave school because they simply don’t have a choice. At Eduworld Foundation & Charitable Trust, we meet these youth not with blame, but with belief — and a way forward.

The reasons for dropping out vary — financial stress, family issues, early responsibilities, or a lack of support at school. But the outcome is often the same: a young adult, full of potential, feeling like they’ve already missed the boat. Without intervention, many fall into low-paying labor, underemployment, or complete joblessness. Their confidence fades. Their options shrink. And slowly, they stop seeing a future. This is not just an individual loss — it’s a national one.