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If you ever wonder how to make a difference, just touch one life! Visit http://www.touchonelife.org/

Based in Mumbai, with a Global vision, Touching Lives is a non-profit organization working towards providing opportunities for Learning, Healing, Art, Technology and Life-skills. Founded in 2003 by Sonia Mackwani with the value – ‘It is our need to serve than saying we are serving the needy’, the team of Touching Lives is guided by the mantras of Self-work*, Seva and Saadhna. The core work of Touching Lives is the project it is running since past 12 years in Dahisar and Borivali (Mumbai) across various slum communities – Independent Learners Project. The Goal is to provide Activity-based Education to children through a specially designed in-house curriculum which caters to their overall development.

12/08/2026

Where Inspiration Led Me

A visit to Museum of Solution (MuSo) inspired me to think about how creativity and play can make learning more engaging for children. That experience sparked an idea to create interactive activities that could bring the same sense of curiosity and hands-on learning into classrooms.

Turning that idea into reality took nearly three months of planning, creating, coordinating, and refining. Along with the support of dedicated volunteers from Hansraj College, together, we developed 50+ learning activities across English grammar, mathematics, science, geography, and more.
The exploration will begin soon!
-Susan John – Project Head and Volunteer Lead

10/08/2026

A Chain of Self-Love

We are not just creating individual moments of growth - we are creating a chain of self-love, where one woman's journey inspires another to begin her own.

During our rapport-building session, each mother introduced herself, shared her strengths, and spoke about why she chose to be a part of these sessions.
One response, in particular, stayed with me.

A new mother, attending the program for the first time, shared:
"My friends come here, and they always tell me how much they learn about themselves and how much they enjoy these sessions. Listening to them made me think, 'Why not me?' I can surely give myself one hour and do something for myself."

What begins as a safe space for one mother gradually becomes a source of inspiration for another. The confidence, self-awareness, and joy our mothers experience are no longer confined to these sessions; they are carried into their homes, friendships, and communities.

Inside the room, we encourage mothers to choose themselves, embrace self-love, and invest in their well-being. Outside the room, those very mothers become ambassadors of the same message, encouraging other women to take that first step towards themselves.
-Palak Raval – Mental Health Program Lead

03/08/2026

One of my students has been showing remarkable growth, not only in our classroom but also at her school. Over the past few months, I have seen her become more confident, participate actively, and put sincere effort into every task.

During one of our online classes, she patiently waited until the lesson was over before asking if she could share something. With a bright smile and a sense of pride, she told the class that she had secured second place in her school's poem recitation competition and had also been appointed as the class monitor.

As soon as she finished sharing, her classmates congratulated her with smiles, applause, and encouraging words. Even though we were connected virtually, the joy of the moment was genuine and heartwarming. Step by step, I feel we are moving closer to our goal of building a united and supportive class.
- Gauri Ambre- Transit Program Mentor

27/07/2026

I had been looking forward to the mothers' session ever since I joined Touching Lives. I truly believe it takes immense strength to pause from constantly caring for everyone else and choose to care for yourself, even if it's only for a little while.

Watching them smile freely, laugh, play, and simply enjoy the moment without carrying the weight of their daily responsibilities was pure joy. For that one hour, they weren't just mothers they were individuals reconnecting with themselves.

Since I was a new face, I made it a point to thank everyone at the end of the session. I went around saying, "Bohot achha laga aapse milke." One of the mothers, A.P., smiled and said, "Didi, I met you during orientation, and I never felt you were new. It felt like you've been a part of Touching Lives for a long time. Aapse bhi milke bohot achha laga." Her words stayed with me.

In that single moment, every doubt I ever had, every struggle, every time I questioned whether I had chosen the right profession, quietly disappeared. I realized that the impact we create isn't always loud or measurable. Sometimes, it lives in a simple conversation, a smile, or a feeling of connection.
Avani Joshi - Holistic Counselor

23/07/2026

Stories for Curiosity ~

Our storytelling class began with a simple thought:
"Helping someone may not change the world, but it can change the world for that person."

To spark curiosity, the storytelling session began with an interactive activity. Children were shown a box filled with different objects. They eagerly explored the items, named them, and even shared stories about similar "treasure boxes" they have at home.

The story, Gulli's Box of Things, came alive through voice modulation and expressive storytelling. There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and giggles as children listened with excitement.

Throughout the story, children were encouraged to think, predict, and answer questions.

After the discussion, each child drew five things they would like to gift someone they love and wrote simple sentences about them.
Gauri Ambre- Transit Program Mentor

21/07/2026

During class, S., one of our Beginners students, sat beside me, asking endless questions. After a while, I noticed she had become unusually quiet. When I asked what was wrong, she softly admitted that she was very hungry and hadn't eaten anything.

With just a few minutes left in class, I took her to the kitchen, gave her a glass of water, and she happily ate the biscuits she had brought with her.

A few moments later, I turned around and realized she was gone. I found her standing by the board, where she had written the sweetest little message for me.

It wasn't part of the lesson, but it became the most memorable moment of the day. Sometimes, children don't just remember what we teach them - they remember how we make them feel. And often, the smallest acts of care are returned in the most unexpected and heartwarming ways❤️
Susan John - Project Head

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20/07/2026

This year, we started something new in our classes Thought of the Week and Affirmations.

Every Monday, one learner picks a chit from our thought jar, and that becomes our thought for the week. We read it together every day and talk about what it means.
The week's thought was "Being fair is better than winning."

After our lesson, we played a rapid-fire team game. R's team didn't win, and while everyone was reacting to the results, he simply said, "It's okay. Being fair is better than winning."

I don't think he even realized how much that meant to me.
As teachers, we often wonder if children are really listening, especially during those small routines that seem so simple. In that one sentence, R. reminded me that they are.

It wasn't just a thought written on a chit anymore. It had become something he believed enough to say in a real moment.

It's small moments like these that quietly remind me why I enjoy what I do.
Jahnavi Sharma- Foundation Program Mentor

13/07/2026

Volunteer Experience ~

When volunteering enhances your happiness, then you must experience it too 😄

Thank you, Chaitali, for volunteering and sharing your experience with us. As you shared in the video, your student showed progress with your support. It's not only about the marks, but also the confidence it gave him and the belief that he can understand and study well. That change in mindset, that kind of experience, can have a long-lasting impact on a learner.

Touching Lives offers volunteering opportunities in teaching, workshops, resource making, and teacher assistance. If you can give your valuable time to our children and mothers, please DM us. We would be happy to have your support.

09/07/2026

Dream Project Program ~

A program meant for college students and is conducted online so that more students can benefit from the program.

This academic year, we welcomed 60+ students as they began another year of learning, curiosity, healing, and self-discovery. They will continue to challenge their thoughts and beliefs, become independent learners, and practice compassion, acceptance, and respect.

At this stage of life, young adults want to be heard, seen, and understood. They are also trying to understand themselves. Through the right exposure, meaningful experiences, and opportunities to reflect, they build insights, broaden their awareness, and continue to grow as more aware individuals.

Here, students experience learning at all three levels - mental (cognitive), emotional, and spiritual. These experiences can shape the way they relate to themselves and to others. Imagine a student learning meditation, forgiveness, goal setting, self-love and self-acceptance, grit, resilience, and compassion for people, nature, and all living beings. Such learning has the power to transform not only their own lives but also the world around them.

07/07/2026

Transit Class - June 2026

Happy to share these joyful moments with you.

We believe that education is an experience. When our body, mind, and heart are fully engaged, we remember better, and learn better.

Our mentors are committed to creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences for every child.

You can be a part of this journey too. Volunteer with us by teaching, tutoring, taking reading sessions, or supporting our mentors in the classroom.

If you would like to make a difference, send us a DM.
We would love to hear from you!

Address

Navagaon, Dahisar West
Mumbai
400068

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+919833677541

Website

http://touchonelife.org/

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