Andhra Pradesh, India: Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, announces the launch of “Nativo – Make Them Shine,” a social impact initiative created to open new learning pathways for children in India’s farming communities. This program is rooted in a simple belief — every child, no matter where they are born, deserves the chance to discover their potential. Through immersive and experiential learning, the initiative supports rural youth in building confidence, curiosity and the skills that shape promising futures.
As digital innovation reshapes industries worldwide, agriculture is evolving faster than ever before. India’s rural youth are talented, eager to learn and brimming with potential, yet many lack access to diverse learning experiences that help them understand their strengths and ambitions. Make Them Shine bridges this gap by creating enriching opportunities that strengthen academic confidence and unlock creativity, critical thinking and leadership — empowering young minds to dream bigger and grow stronger.
The initiative is being delivered at Protovillage in collaboration with Integreater Foundation, a grassroots organisation dedicated to enabling resilient, self-sustaining rural communities through purpose-driven learning. The two- week structured immersive program, reaching first batch of 100 rural children is designed to build both skill and character. The curriculum focuses on strengthening children from the inside out — first building emotional balance, self-awareness and empathy through connection practices and yoga, then expanding their curiosity with hands-on STEM learning in real community contexts like agriculture, ecology and entrepreneurship. Finally, leadership and confidence are shaped through sports like skateboarding, encouraging grit, creativity and self-expression.
The initiative seeks to help young learners discover their potential through hands-on learning and personal growth — going beyond academic achievement to unlock true excellence. Further, outstanding participants will be felicitated at the Protovillage Annual Festival, celebrating their growth before the community.