Civic Engagement Programs
Empowering students to grow as socially responsible leaders.
Building a Culture of Active Citizenship
COAF’s Civic Engagement Programs empower youth to take meaningful action in their schools and communities. This weekly program cultivates socially responsible leaders ready to make a difference.
Nurturing Critical Thinking
COAF’s Debate Clubs equip students to think critically, speak confidently, and engage with their communities.
Connecting Kids to Dream Jobs
This program helps students in middle school and high school align their interests and skills with real-world educational and career paths.
Developing Financial Literacy
Students assess community needs, and implement real-life projects to address them through entrepreneurship.
Empowering Students to Shape Society
Student Councils promote youth participation in school governance and community decision-making.
Meet COAF Students
“I liked the environment and the people so much that after the first introductory session, I told my mom, ‘I’m definitely going to keep coming here”
“What I like most about SMART is the ability to choose the programs ourselves and thus study what we are interested in and what is close to our hearts.”
“I remember it like it was today; I picked up the guitar for the first time during the musical instruments program and tried to play the first notes. I said to one of my friends sitting next to me, ‘My dream has come true”
“Programs like [SMART]—along with SMARTConnects talks and workshops led by visiting professionals—help kids like me from rural areas discover who we truly are.”
“SMART, first and foremost, is a place for opportunities, discovering your own capabilities, and making friends from different communities”
Student-Led Projects That Make a Difference
From restoring public spaces to creating awareness campaigns, Program participants lead initiatives that benefit their entire community.
Hands-on problem solving
Students identify local challenges and design creative solutions with real-world impact.
Collaboration across villages
Young leaders join forces with youth from beyond their hometowns.
Real-world leadership experience
Participants develop a sense of civic responsibility for their local communities.
