ISST Launches Summer Internship Program 2025 to Support Legal Awareness and Community Engagement

The International Sai Sewa Trust (ISST) has launched its Summer Internship Program (June–July 2025), mobilizing students from across India's law schools to champion causes like “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao,” Women Empowerment, Child Welfare, Cybersecurity, and Legal Literacy & Awareness, Nyaya Bandhu Awareness and Pro Bono Initiative, Department of Justice, Government of India.

More than 450 interns from over 15 Indian states have registered for this unique field-based program, inaugurated by Mr. Akshit Dwivedi, Chief Executive Officer of ISST and acclaimed “Child Rights Champion” by NCPCR. The initiative is coordinated by Ms. Dipti Singh, an accomplished legal scholar and policy advocate known for her work on women's and children's rights.

“It’s one thing to study law—it’s another to see how it touches people’s lives,” said Ms. Dipti Singh.

The first week of the International Sai Sewa Trust (ISST) Summer Internship Program 2025 concludes on a high note, marking a meaningful beginning to a journey of grassroots engagement, legal empowerment, social impact, and grant stipends to support field interns.

From courts and classrooms to hospitals and marketplaces, dedicated interns ventured into the heart of their communities. They conducted impactful surveys, promoted critical legal awareness, and deepened their understanding of public service and justice at the ground level.

Ground-Level Change

In the first week, interns visited local institutions including District Courts, Legal Services Authorities, government schools, and community centers. They conducted field surveys on child labour, mapped infrastructure, domestic violence, human rights, street food, and conducted legal-awareness campaigns promoting helplines like:

• Childline (1098)
• Women Helpline (181)
• National Emergency (112)
• Cyber Crime Helpline (1930)

These emerging changemakers, drawn from law institutions across the country, are conducting field surveys, legal awareness drives, and grassroots outreach with dedication, creativity, and compassion. Here are just a few examples:

• Ms. Akika Sharma, an LLM in Criminology and who appeared for the interview for the Rajasthan Civil Judge Exam, continues to advocate for menstrual health, child education, and environmental sustainability alongside her rigorous judiciary prep. Her community engagements from Anganwadi centers to green drives are helping nurture both legal literacy and ecological awareness.
• Ms. Ayushi Singh, a final-year BBA LLB (Hons) student from Kolkata, brings her sharp legal acumen and advocacy skills to the forefront. From legal aid initiatives to public policy analysis, her contributions reflect a firm belief in data-driven, justice-oriented reform.
• Ms. Lovepreet Kaur, a 2nd-year law student, conducted an impactful legal awareness campaign across SAS Nagar and Mohali. Her work spans field surveys at courts, government schools, and legal authorities, shedding light on child labour and promoting access to legal resources.
• Mr. Kothapalli Dheeraj from Tirupati covered a comprehensive circuit of community welfare institutions, including government hospitals, courts, schools, and CWS, documenting patterns in service delivery and access also conducted an impactful legal awareness campaign.
• Ms. Priya Anand from Patna visited a Government Hospital, interacted with staff and patients to understand healthcare access challenges, and surveyed a Government School on student welfare and infrastructure. She also connected with local shop owners to raise awareness about legal aid, child rights, and available emergency helplines.

Teamwork in Action

• Saloni Raj & Ishan Sharan from Rajendra Nagar surveyed district hospitals, local markets, and college campuses, collecting critical feedback on public health and social awareness.
• Rahul Kasaudhan & XYZ conducted extensive outreach at the District Court and hospital in Lucknow, engaging vendors, shopkeepers, and even investigating suspected child labour activities at construction sites, illustrating bold on-ground action.

These interns, along with many others, are gaining first-hand exposure to the realities of social justice while also contributing meaningfully to field research, legal aid, and public awareness.

About International Sai Sewa Trust (ISST)

The International Sai Sewa Trust (ISST), founded in November 2018 by Shri Krishna Dutta Dwivedi (Senior Advocate) and Smt. Sushila Dwivedi (Advocate) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting social welfare, justice, and equality for vulnerable and marginalized communities. Registered under NITI AAYOG, the Trust has rapidly gained recognition for its commitment to providing legal aid, conducting awareness programs, and initiating grassroots social justice efforts.

Leadership behind the Initiative

Mr. Akshit Dwivedi, the Chief Executive Officer of the International Sai Sewa Trust (NGO), is an aspiring legal professional and social reformer. His extensive involvement in legal literacy and child rights programs includes leadership roles in initiatives collaborated by the District Legal Services, Department of Women and Child Development, UPSCPCR, and NCPCR.

Recently, honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Service and Humanitarian Work by the Influencer Book of World Records. Recognized for his exceptional commitment to legal aid, women's empowerment, child welfare, and grassroots empowerment, Mr. Dwivedi has emerged as a leading voice in pro bono legal activism.

Mr. Dwivedi led a revolutionary initiative in December 2024, the Two-Day Women and Child Empowerment Program (Sai Mahotsav, 2024) in Kaushambi, U.P. Held in collaboration with key government and civic bodies, including the District Administration, Child Welfare Committee, Police Department, and Nagar Palika Parishad, the event drew legal luminaries, community leaders, and hundreds of volunteers.

About Mentor

Ms. Dipti Singh is a highly dedicated Mentor & Internship Coordinator with a vision for societal transformation through law. She is an active legal scholar, publishing articles, presenting papers, and facilitating workshops, such as those focused on Women & Child Empowerment. Ms. Singh also organized and moderated the National Conference on Law & Literature in May 2025, bridging law and literature discussions.

Beyond her academic and professional work, she is deeply involved in community-driven legal initiatives, leadership with NGO, promoting menstrual hygiene awareness, and supporting child education and environmental sustainability. Her legal expertise spans Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Consumer Protection, Human Rights, and Public Policy, with a focus on social equity and systemic reform.

Skilled in legal research, mooting, analytical writing, and public speaking, she also excels in using digital tools like Microsoft Office, Canva, and legal databases like SCC Online, Manupatra, and Livelaw. Motivated by a commitment to policy-driven change, Ms. Singh seeks to use law as a tool for meaningful social change and justice.

ISST proudly recognizes young changemakers, but only with their permission, honoring both their contributions and their privacy.