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 58,300 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.
- Website
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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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Primary
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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Centre for Civil Society reposted this
A Successful Public Policy Bootcamp! Ashoka University students had the incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights, develop leadership skills, and become part of a dynamic network of thought leaders. Are you inspired to make an impact? Follow us for updates and insights on how CSIP continues to empower the leaders of tomorrow! #CSIP #ipolicy #publicpolicy #ashokastudents #thoughtleadership #ccsalumni Jinny Uppal Centre for Civil Society
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In this episode on Liberalism in India, Gurcharan Das talks about Liberalism and Hinduism. Mr Gurcharan Das describes the unique features of Hinduism as a polytheistic practice and the effect this has had on the liberal values practiced by Indians. He also narrates the importance of these liberal values and how they became distant with the advent of atheism and modernism in India. In the video, Mr Das brings out the view taken on religion by Mahatma Gandhi and aligns it with the principles of Dharmashastra. He comments on the universal applicability of liberal values, something that is also enshrined in the Indian constitution. This, he believes, makes it important for political leadership to “sell the constitution to Indians”. Something yet to be fulfilled in India today. For more, watch the video on our YouTube channel. #Liberalism #Hinduism #SecularismInIndia #CentreForCivilSociety #Constitution #Leadership
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Honored to be recognized by Dasra and Bloomberg as one of the top three organizations in the Livelihoods category for the 'DATA for Good Exchange' challenge. This Mentorship Award is a testament to Jeevika’s commitment to empowering street entrepreneurs and advancing economic opportunities for all. Grateful for the continued support of our partners, donors, and the vibrant street vending community! Amit Chandra Nitesh Anand #mentorshipaward #streetvendors #winners #livelihoods #economicopportunities #centreforcivilsociety
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Political Economy of Development offers a structured learning path to help you see beyond the surface and identify the root problems of issues like corruption, unemployment, and minimum support prices. In two weeks, over 8 modules (including 4 live lectures), you will learn about key challenges that explain why India’s development strategy failed and why good policies are so hard to execute. The course begins on 11 January 2025. Seats are limited to 20 participants. The course is offered by the Centre for Civil Society in partnership with polekon. 📅 Dates: Saturday & Sundays, 11-12 & 18-19 January 2025 ⏰ Lecture Timings: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 💻 Where: Online Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ga2V75Nk #Polekon #economy #onlinecourse #corruption #unemployment @apply #joinnow #CentreforCivilSociety
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Centre for Civil Society reposted this
🚨 Exciting Internship Opportunity!🚨 We’re inviting applications for two internship positions with CCS Academy for a duration of 8 to 12 weeks. 🌟 At CCS Academy, our vision is to inspire future leaders and change agents to pursue the vision of a free society. This thought will guide the work we do together. Here’s what we’re looking for in our new team members: ✅Copywriting ✅Graphic Design ✅Digital Marketing 💡We hope you’ll find the work rewarding while you also learn about many ideas rooted in philosophy, politics, law, economics, and public policy that drive our work. 📚Our office is filled with books as part of the BR Shenoy library. These rare books will be accessible to you. 💼While we’re flexible, we’d like you to join us at our office in Hauz Khas, New Delhi at least twice a week. We’re expecting a weekly commitment of a minimum twenty hours. 👉 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gTsBNkmG The application form will take 20-30 minutes to complete and requires you to upload a CV. ⏰ Applications close on Friday, 20 December 2024. We’ll select candidates on a rolling basis, so the sooner you apply, the better your chances! ✨Many of us who work at CCS Academy started off as interns, at one point or another, and found our time and the community rewarding. Hope you will too! #Internship #Ideas #Copywriting #GraphicDesign #DigitalMarketing #Economics #Politics #PublicPolicy
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Centre for Civil Society reposted this
Want to make a real impact on education? Apply for our Impact Assessment Consultant role at Betiyan! 1. Duration: January - March 2025 2. Eligibility: 3-5 years experience in education program, mentoring, or impact assessment 3. Deliverables: Impact Report, Infographics, 20+ Success Stories Application: ● A cover letter of EoI ● A detailed CV ● 1-3 writing samples of any previous similar work ● A tentative action plan and Log-Frame ● A brief budget outline ● Any other supporting documents Apply Now! 📅 Deadline: 23rd December 2024 📧 Email: [email protected] Click the link to know more: https://lnkd.in/gpSBwuwA #ImpactAssessment #Consultant #Betiyan #EducationProgram #Mentoring #SocialImpact #Hiring #Career #Nonprofit #NGO #centreforcivilsociety #ApplyNow
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We’ve heard countless stories about the struggles immigrants face in finding their place in a new nation. Courage, Fear, and Immigration by Ken Schoolland sheds light on the risks immigrants take every day in their pursuit of freedom and opportunity. This insightful book explores how immigration is beneficial—not just for individuals, but for the economy as a whole. Citing compelling data, it highlights how immigrants: 👉 Work hard and contribute significantly to taxes 👉 Receive less in welfare than they contribute 👉 Do not cause native unemployment Discover why open borders are a practical, humanitarian, and ethical imperative. 📖 Read Courage, Fear, and Immigration to learn more about the economic and social benefits of immigration. 💬 What’s your take on the impact of immigration? Share your thoughts in the comments! 📌 Tag someone who would love this book. #Immigration #OpenBorders #EconomicGrowth #book #CentreforCivilSociety
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Centre for Civil Society reposted this
Want to make a real impact on education? Apply for our Impact Assessment Consultant role at Betiyan! 1. Duration: January - March 2025 2. Eligibility: 3-5 years experience in education program, mentoring, or impact assessment 3. Deliverables: Impact Report, Infographics, 20+ Success Stories Application: ● A cover letter of EoI ● A detailed CV ● 1-3 writing samples of any previous similar work ● A tentative action plan and Log-Frame ● A brief budget outline ● Any other supporting documents Apply Now! 📅 Deadline: 23rd December 2024 📧 Email: [email protected] Click the link to know more: https://lnkd.in/gpSBwuwA #ImpactAssessment #Consultant #Betiyan #EducationProgram #Mentoring #SocialImpact #Hiring #Career #Nonprofit #NGO #centreforcivilsociety #ApplyNow
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Is learning something new on your list of New Year’s resolutions? 🎯 Kickstart 2025 by exploring the world of public policy with ePolicy for Young Leaders—a two-day online certificate course. 🗓️ 18 & 19 January 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) 💻 Online (via Zoom) Learn the principles of sound public policy Dive into critical topics like governance, urbanisation, and environment Engage with a diverse cohort through guest lectures, group discussions, and thought experiments Start your year with fresh ideas, new skills, and impactful connections! ⏳ Limited seats! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ezXQ42J5 #epolicy #publicpolicy #certificatecourse #onlineclass #applynow #centreforcivilsociety