On April 25, 2025, the KROSS team, accompanied by WEP coordinators from 14 partner organizations, undertook a field exposure visit to the Centre for Non-Formal Education (CNFE) in Vijayapura. The purpose of the visit was to understand and learn from the grassroots models implemented by the organization. The Centre’s team welcomed the participants and provided an overview of their key areas of work, which include slum development, land rights, capacity building, support for construction workers, and rehabilitation and empowerment of devadasis. Their multifaceted approach to community development impressed the visiting team with its relevance and impact. To facilitate deeper learning, the participants were divided into small groups—two members in each—and taken to various field locations where CNFE operates. These field visits offered firsthand insights into the organization’s intervention strategies and engagement with marginalized communities. The exposure visit proved to be an enriching experience, enabling the partner organizations to reflect on best practices and explore ways to adapt similar models in their respective contexts. KROSS extends its sincere gratitude to the Centre for Non-Formal Education, Vijayapura, for their warm hospitality and for sharing their inspiring work with openness and dedication.
