Events

Gurgaon First partnered with three other organisations to celebrate Senior Citizens Day on August 21, 2019 at DLF Phase II Community Centre. The event spotlighted the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of senior citizens, with discussions on innovative ideas and solutions to improve their quality of life. Attended by 45 senior citizens. India’s elderly population (60+) had grown from 5% to over 10–12% of the population, yet policy and infrastructure lagged behind the demographic reality. The event produced recommendations for age-friendly urban design in Gurugram. Workshop #43 · August 21, 2019 · 45 senior citizens · DLF Phase II Community Centre

In an unprecedented move, citizens from across all sections of Gurgaon came together to release a Citizens’ Charter of Demands for the forthcoming Haryana Assembly elections in the Badshahpur and Gurgaon constituencies, calling upon all contesting candidates to commit to resolving 11 critical issues: the Aravallis, health, education, urban planning, water, waste, air pollution, governance, policing, women’s safety, and senior citizens. The Charter, titled “Baaki Chhodo, Gurgaon Ki Bolo!” (Forget the rest, talk about Gurgaon!), was prepared by the Citizens Forum and became one of the most cited pre-election civic documents in the city’s history. Workshop #40 · October 5, 2019 · Pre-election Citizens’ Charter release

Gurugram had shown the highest fatality rates in road accidents in 2018. Pedestrians and two-wheelers were the most vulnerable. Though IRC mandates at least 1.8 m wide footpaths, universally accessible paths free of fixed utilities were rare. Around 50% of people walk or cycle in Gurugram, yet pedestrian infrastructure was severely lacking. This hands-on walk-shop was organised in collaboration with MCG, World Resources Institute India, Raahgiri Foundation, FIA Foundation, and Suburb Magazine to engage citizens on the design of safe and walkable streets. The event covered footpath design, road safety, and how to advocate for pedestrian priority zones. Workshop #41 · November 10, 2019 · Partners: MCG, WRI India, Raahgiri Foundation, FIA Foundation

Gurgaon First and Centre for Science and Environment conducted this solar roundtable for RWAs on November 28, 2019. Participating were prominent RWAs, DLF Ltd, solar companies, DHBVNL, HAREDA, NGOs, and progressive citizens. Solar rooftop in Gurugram had by then reached almost 50 MW, yet the potential was close to 300 MW. The roundtable addressed a critical moment: a shift to a lower subsidy regime and transfer of solar promotion from HAREDA to DHBVNL. The session discussed how to ensure this transition did not reduce residential solar uptake. Workshop #42 · November 28, 2019 · With CSE · 50 MW milestone marked

GurgaonFirst convened a network meeting of NGOs working in schools across Gurugram — sharing curriculum models, sustainability programme designs, and funding opportunities. 18 organisations participated.

In a pioneering step toward strengthening grassroots education, Gurgaon First initiated the formation of a Network of NGO Schools and Skilling Initiatives in Gurgaon. The initiative aims to bring together over 60 charitable education initiatives in the city — including NGO-run schools, community-based learning centres, and skilling institutes — many operating independently with limited reach and resources. The network’s purpose is to create a collaborative ecosystem enabling: knowledge sharing and best practice exchange, joint teacher training, pooling of volunteers and infrastructure, and intra-school events such as sports meets and cultural programmes. A significant step towards building an inclusive civic ecosystem around education in Gurugram. Workshop #44 · April 1, 2025 · NGO School Network founding meet

Gurgaon First Foundation organised an interactive sustainability training workshop for over 300 students of Classes VII, VIII, and IX at CCA School, Sector 4, Gurgaon on August 26, 2025. The session was led by sustainability experts Ms Sangeeta Nayyar and Ms Shubhra Puri, who engaged students on waste management, water conservation, sustainable mobility, air quality, and plantation. The two-hour programme was designed to build awareness and encourage young minds to adopt eco-friendly practices in daily life. The workshop concluded with a lively quiz competition, which saw enthusiastic participation and demonstrated strong comprehension of sustainability concepts. Training #46 · August 26, 2025 · 300 students · CCA School, Sector 4 · Led by Shubhra Puri & Sangeeta Nayyar

A practical workshop on POSH Act 2013 compliance for HR teams, managers, and ICC members in Gurugram's corporate sector. Topics covered: ICC constitution and quorum, complaint receipt and formal investigation procedures, evidentiary standards, annual reporting obligations, and training requirements. Facilitated by Shubhra Puri Arora, GurgaonFirst.

Gurgaon First Foundation conducted an interactive sustainability workshop for nearly 200 students of Grades VI, VII and VIII at Summer Fields School, DLF Phase I, Gurugram on July 16, 2026, supported by Nagarro. Held under the theme "Ancient Wisdom and Sustainability," the session was led by Shubhra Puri, Sangeeta Nayyar, Kakkasha Makrani and Aayush Dasgupta, connecting traditional sustainable practices to today's challenges such as water conservation, waste management, air pollution and renewable energy, alongside the UN SDGs. Students also learned about emerging careers in sustainability and pledged to stay engaged in environmental action. Ms Poonam Anand, Coordinator and Science Teacher, Summer Fields School, appreciated the initiative for helping students connect classroom learning to real-world challenges. Training #48 · July 16, 2026 · 200 students · Summer Fields School, DLF Phase I · Led by Shubhra Puri, Sangeeta Nayyar, Kakkasha Makrani & Aayush Dasgupta

Gurgaon First Foundation conducted an interactive sustainability workshop for nearly 300 students of Grades VI, VII, VIII, IX and XII at DPS International School, Sector 50, Gurugram on July 23, 2026, supported by Nagarro. The session was led by Shubhra Puri and Sangeeta Nayyar, along with Aayush Dasgupta, intern at Gurgaon First, and covered pressing sustainability challenges including water conservation, waste management, climate change, air pollution, renewable energy and sustainable mobility through multimedia presentations, videos and quizzes. The workshop concluded with a music video celebrating the Aravalli hills, and students pledged to remain engaged in sustainability initiatives. Seema Kaushal, Principal of the secondary school, reiterated the school's commitment to sustainability causes through practical projects. Training #49 · July 23, 2026 · 300 students · DPS International School, Sector 50 · Led by Shubhra Puri & Sangeeta Nayyar