YUVA

05/11/2026

A skills project can tick every Schedule VII box and still leave a young person without a job.

India’s CSR law tells companies what they may fund. It cannot tell them what young people need: a bridge from learning to earning, support that lasts beyond one financial year, and a voice in design.

Our guide to Section 135 explains what qualifies, who can deliver it and how to move from eligible to effective.

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CSR projects for youth in India: which Schedule VII areas they fit, who can deliver them, what is excluded and how to fund change that lasts beyond a year.

03/11/2026

What happens when a leadership programme only selects young people who already look like leaders? It reports confident graduates and proves very little.

Leadership is not a personality type. It is responsibility practised in front of real people, and every young person deserves the chance to practise it.

We look at the evidence on life skills, what qualifies as CSR in Mauritius and India, and how companies can fund leadership that reaches further.

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[youth leadership, life skills programmes, CSR Mauritius, CSR India, youth empowerment, civic engagement]

31/10/2026

The first Halloween costumes were not worn to be seen. They were worn so that the wandering dead would not recognise you.

Centuries later, we still put on masks to become braver, sillier and louder. Psychology suggests the mask does not create a new self. It simply removes the audience.

So this Halloween, notice which costume you reach for. It may be the most honest thing you wear all year.

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Halloween 2026 falls on Saturday 31 October. Why do we love being scared, and what do masks reveal? A coach on fear, costumes and the selves we hide.

30/10/2026

For one year only, many Mauritian companies can direct half of their CSR fund themselves instead of a quarter. For funds set up from 2027, the minimum sent to the MRA returns to 75%.

That raises a question few budgets ask: what will still be working when the extra money is gone? Short-term generosity can leave communities with programmes that end just as trust begins.

We have unpacked the 2026 rules, the timing traps and how to use the window well. The full guide is on our website.

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CSR fund Mauritius 2026: companies now remit at least 50% to the MRA, but only for funds set up this year. What changed, who qualifies and how to plan.

20/10/2026

YUVA is proud to share moments from Team Mauritius 2026’s visit to Mauritius Telecom, where CEO Veemal Gungadin met our students and mentors and presented a Rs 100,000 contribution in support of their journey to the FIRST Global Challenge 2026 in Incheon.

The team also had the opportunity to share their progress, present their robot and speak about the months of work behind this national journey.

Our sincere appreciation to Mauritius Telecom, Silver Partner of Team Mauritius 2026, for investing in Mauritian youth, STEM and innovation.

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16/10/2026

🌍 Today is ! 🌱

Did you know that nearly 2.7 billion people still can’t afford a healthy diet, and 645 million face hunger every day? This year, the world unites under the theme “Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow,” spotlighting the urgent need for sustainable food systems, community-driven solutions, and food justice for all.

At YUVA, we believe in empowering individuals and communities through education, leadership, and practical action. Whether it’s supporting local farmers, reducing food waste, or teaching the next generation about nutrition and sustainability, every step counts.

✨ How you can make a difference:
- Support local food initiatives and community gardens
- Reduce food waste at home and in your workplace
- Advocate for food security and access to healthy meals for all

Let’s work together to build a world where everyone has access to nutritious food and the opportunity to thrive. Join us in celebrating the power of food to unite, empower, and transform lives!

15/10/2026

🌍 Today is Global Handwashing Day! 🧼

Hand hygiene is a simple yet powerful tool to prevent the spread of infections and protect our communities. Whether in schools, workplaces, or at home, regular handwashing with soap saves lives and keeps us healthy.

At YUVA, we champion daily habits that empower individuals and teams. Let’s lead by example—remind your colleagues, students, and loved ones to wash their hands thoroughly and often.

Together, we can build healthier, safer environments for all.

13/10/2026

🎗️ Today is Breast Cancer Awareness Day — a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection, support, and hope. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, but early screening and awareness can save lives.

At YUVA, we stand with survivors, fighters, and families. Let’s break the stigma, encourage regular check-ups, and support ongoing research. Together, we can make a difference.

💡 Tip: Schedule your screening, know the signs, and check in on loved ones. Your action could save a life.

13/10/2026

Every October the world turns pink. Ribbons on lapels, filters on profiles, landmarks lit in rose. And somewhere, a woman in treatment notices that her phone has gone quiet.

Research suggests a public gesture of support can quietly stand in for the harder, private kind. I call it the ribbon receipt: the feeling of having done your part before you have actually done it.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Day, wear the pink if you wish. Then make the call.

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[breast cancer awareness day, pink ribbon, supporting someone with cancer, breast cancer signs, emotional support, cancer caregiving]

Breast Cancer Awareness Day is more than pink ribbons. When it falls, the signs worth knowing, and how to turn awareness into support that truly helps.

11/10/2026

This Navratri, from the 108-foot Durga at Grand Bassin to the small Kalimai at the edge of every village, Mauritius spends nine nights inviting a goddess home.

But Durga never stays. On the tenth day she leaves, and the leaving is part of the blessing.

For a people whose ancestors crossed an ocean and mostly never went back, that is not only mythology. It is a quiet lesson in how to belong somewhere without holding on.

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Durga Puja in Mauritius 2026: dates, where to go from Grand Bassin to village Kalimais, and what the goddess’s homecoming teaches a diaspora island.