Tag: Odisha
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NOVEMBER 26, 2015 | for HIV/AIDS
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik provides a “Message of Hope” to the people of Odisha
“Let’s bring Odisha to the forefront of the global fight against HIV.” - Chief Minister Patnaik. In a formal endorsement of the Odia version of the TeachAids HIV education materials, The Honorable Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Naveen Patnaik, has kindly recorded a Message of Hope to be integrated into the Odia software. TeachAids, in collaboration with...
APRIL 9, 2014 | for HIV/AIDS
World-class audiovisual facilities donate services to TeachAids
It costs $2,000,000 to create a single episode of The Simpsons, an animated sitcom of similar length to the TeachAids animated tutorials. To create the same high-quality products as commercial endeavors and then distribute them for free under our Creative Commons License, we rely on the generosity of countless individuals and organizations who are invested...
MARCH 12, 2014 | for HIV/AIDS
Tata Steel strengthens community investment through TeachAids sponsorship
Tata Steel, a subsidiary of the globally respected Tata Group, has joined the TeachAids efforts as a financial sponsor for the Odia language version of the TeachAids software. Originating out of eastern India, Tata Steel currently operates in 26 countries with a local presence in over 50. Notably, much of their manufacturing continues to be...
DECEMBER 1, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
India's most celebrated cultural icons join TeachAids
For World AIDS Day, we announced the development of 8 new versions of the TeachAids software, which would not be possible without the countless number of individuals working behind-the-scenes to donate their time and talent toward creating the highest-quality education materials and making them available for free. Two of our talented and multilingual celebrities, Anushka Shetty...
DECEMBER 1, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
New TeachAids software for more than 100MM in 2014
See photos from the TeachAids Pan-India Media Launch For World AIDS Day 2013, TeachAids is unveiling eight new previews of our HIV education animations. Available in four languages, the new animated software will star 16 celebrated icons who represent each region's most recognized names, all who have graciously donated their voices and likenesses to the new...
NOVEMBER 15, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Actor Akash Das Nayak brings energy to TeachAids
”I joined the TeachAids movement because I value quality of education and respect for individual people. Every place that TeachAids goes, they research and thoroughly study the unique people, language, culture, and resources there. It makes me proud that TeachAids is building educational materials for my people of Odisha…keeping their needs and values in mind.”...
NOVEMBER 1, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Actress Anu Choudhury joins education efforts in Odisha
”In the movies, we are familiar with happy endings. But in the real world challenging problems often require ingenious solutions. TeachAids has developed a revolutionary product that will combat ignorance about HIV. The animations are already being used by millions of young people across our country and making a noticeable difference. I am honored to...
OCTOBER 16, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Former Minister of State, Prashanta Nanda, donates his voice for Odia animated software
“When I was a small student, I had read ‘prevention is better than cure’. I had read that, and I have felt it in my all these years. And today, I feel blessed to carry on this message through TeachAids.” - Prashanta Nanda In order to increase the reach of effective HIV prevention efforts around the...
OCTOBER 12, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Odisha approves use of TeachAids software for distribution throughout state
“Odisha is one of the states in India that is known as a hot zone for this disease. Unfortunately, due to the stigma attached, infected persons are not reaching out for basic help. Therefore, we must come together as a state to educate our people about AIDS… As the TeachAids animation says, “let’s work together”...
SEPTEMBER 11, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Legendary dancer, Aruna Mohanty, joins TeachAids team of global icons
“As a performer, I am trained to take the audience and transcend them to a different level where they can enjoy absolute bliss. If I don't have healthy people around me, they are not in the right frame of mind to enjoy this bliss. So, I consider it my duty to work with TeachAids to...
SEPTEMBER 6, 2013 | for HIV/AIDS
Chief Minister of Odisha, Honorable Naveen Patnaik, endorses TeachAids
Hailed as a visionary leader, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has led the prosperous development of Odisha for three consecutive terms since 2000. With a large support base in the state, CM Patnaik is known for his stand against corruption and "pro-poor policies". He is also an acclaimed author with books published in India, England, and...
