Akka Project

23/02/2026

With 2026 underway and the year ramping up, joy and colour matter more than ever.

Bring some brightness into your month at "Masala Nights" supporting the Akka Project’s 2026 work in India.

🎟️ Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/akka-project-presents-masala-nights
🎟️ Join the celebration and make an impact

Can’t make it but still want to support?
Just hit “Tickets” and choose the donation option, every bit helps.

We hope to see you on the dance floor and the curry feast!

Masala Nights is where colour, music and meaning come together. Join us for a vibrant evening of DJ beats, Bollywood sparkle and delicious Indian catering

17/02/2026

Request Auction and Raffle Items!

We’re getting ready for "Masala Nights" on the 30th of May, our vibrant community fundraiser supporting education, play, and opportunity for children in Bangalore and we would love your help!

We’re seeking donations for our auction and raffle: gift vouchers, experiences, hampers, products, family‑friendly items, or anything that showcases the heart of your business.

Every contribution directly supports library rebuilds, outdoor classrooms, play corners, and essential learning resources for students who deserve every chance to thrive.

If you or your business can donate, please reach out we’d be so grateful to partner with you.

17/02/2026

Book Requests!

We have asked the school in India what books they would like more off and here are their requests, can you help?

Graded readers (beginner to advanced levels)

Phonics-based reading books (KG-Year 2)

Environmental awareness and sustainability books

Career awareness books introducing modern professions

General knowledge and global awareness books

Books on emotional regulation and confidence building

Puberty and body awareness (age appropriate)

Inspirational biographies, especially women leader

Please contact us if you would like to donate!

15/02/2026

A huge thank you to Qantas for supporting our July trip to Bangalore with additional luggage allowance. This generosity means our team can carry even more story books, menstrual underwear, toys, games, puzzles, and board games for the children and communities we’re partnering with. Small acts of support create big ripples of impact, and we’re so grateful.

We can't wait to see the exciting on the students faces as they discover all the items that have been donated from Australia for their classrooms!

If you have items at home you want to donate, books, toys, games, puzzles or donate some period underwear please contact us on info@akkaproject.org we have suitcases ready to fill!

12/02/2026

Because mid-year deserves something joyful 🌈

Akka Project Presents “Masala Nights” and it’s your excuse to dance, eat incredible Indian food and do some good while you’re at it.

Details dropping soon, don’t make other plans for 30 May. We need you on the dance floor!

06/02/2026

Big congratulations to one of our Akka Teens- Imali Bamji, announced as a finalist in the NSW Women of the Year Awards 2026 - ones to watch category!

Her commitment to global citizenship is grounded in a simple belief we hold close at Akka: compassion should not have borders. Imali carries that belief into every interaction, creating a space where Aussie and Indian teens grow together, learn from one another and build genuine relationships across cultures.

https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/women-nsw/awards-and-events/nsw-women-of-year-awards/nsw-women-of-year-awards-2026-finalists

09/01/2026

What a great video to showcase what Oxygen is all about! I look forward to taking our 2026 team to visit and run a day with the kids.

28/11/2025

As we move to the end of the year it has been incredible to reflect on the Akka Project and our amazing 2025 team who laid the foundations of this project. We became united in action and connection, creating a bond that will last a lifetime. I am so proud all of the teens who engaged in this project with their arms wide open and ready to take on all challenges, I am so fiercely proud of them!

Today I plan to meet the next group of interested volunteers as we plan for 2026 and I can't wait to share our vision and stories!

Thank you too all the Akka's!

03/10/2025

✨ What an Impact! ✨

We’re so excited to share that The Village Observer has just published a follow-up article on the incredible achievements of our July 2026 Akka Project volunteer team.

The bonds they built and the positive change they sparked will be remembered for years to come.

This article captures the true spirit of Akka Project connection, compassion, and creating change together.

📖 Read the full story here: https://issuu.com/thevillageobserver.com/docs/the_village_observer_october_2025/13?ff

A heartfelt thank you to our July 2026 volunteers you’ve set the stage for further volunteers

02/10/2025

To one of my hero’s we honour you today and cherish your lessons everyday. I remember meeting you in the 5th grade and at that moment I asked myself what difference can I make. Thank you Jane, we will keep following your guidance at Akka Project.

01/10/2025

A Life-Changing Opportunity for Families! ✨🌏

We’re excited to announce the next Akka Project trip 4th to 16th July 2026.

Joining the Akka Project isn’t just travel, it’s about connection, culture, and contribution. Together, families will:

✅ Experience India in a meaningful way, beyond tourism
✅ Volunteer side by side, strengthening bonds while making a difference
✅ Build empathy, resilience, and global awareness in teenagers
✅ Create unforgettable memories that will shape both parent and teen for years to come

💡 What does it involve?

Being part of the Akka Project means stepping into a bigger journey. Families will:
✨ Participate in cultural awareness sessions before and during the trip
✨ Take part in fundraising and gathering resources to support community needs
✨ Collaborate with other teens and parents on group projects
✨ Help with mobilising resources to ensure the impact lasts beyond the trip

💡 Why with your teenager?

Because these shared experiences become powerful turning points. They open hearts, broaden perspectives, and spark conversations about gratitude, leadership, and purpose. Both you and your teen will return home with new friendships, stories, and a deeper understanding of the world and of each other.

📅 Dates: 4th – 16th July 2026
📩 We are now taking Expressions of Interest!

09/09/2025

📚✨ School holidays are just around the corner!
Got any plans yet? Need to keep the kids busy? Here’s an idea…

If your kids have outgrown some of their books, why not encourage them to declutter, tidy up, and donate to children in India who are eager to read and learn? 🌏❤️

Even better—have them write a special note inside the book to inspire and connect with the child who receives it. 💌

A tidy room + a good cause = the perfect plan