Partners
MECDM works with a diverse network of development partners, technical experts, NGOs, academic institutions, and government agencies united in our mission to strengthen early childhood development in Meghalaya.
Development Partners
Organizations providing overall program support and financing
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Development Financing & Technical Support
Supporting MECDM as a development partner, providing technical expertise and financing for capacity building and infrastructure development initiatives across Meghalaya.
Technical Support Partners
Organizations providing specialized expertise and knowledge
Vinya Society
BALA Concepts & Quality Standards
Providing expertise in BALA (Balanced Across Life Aspects) holistic development approach and quality standards for early childhood centres.
Sesame Workshop
Early Learning Content & Media
Creating engaging educational content and resources that promote early childhood learning through entertainment-education approaches.
Ummeed Child Development Centre
Child Health & Special Needs
Supporting child developmental assessments, special needs identification, and inclusive care approaches for all children.
Rocket Learning
Digital Learning Solutions
Providing innovative technology-enabled learning resources and digital solutions for educator training and child learning.
NGO & Implementation Partners
Organizations supporting on-ground implementation and community engagement
Sauramandala Foundation
Community Mobilization & SHG Strengthening
Supporting community engagement, Self-Help Group strengthening, and participatory development at the village level.
Aarambh
ECD Program Implementation
Implementing early childhood care and education programs, quality monitoring, and community engagement initiatives.
Aadharshila
Educational Framework & Training
Developing educational frameworks, training materials, and building educator capacity for quality early childhood education.
Research & Academic Partners
Organizations providing research, evidence, and academic expertise
IIT Bombay
Research & Impact Evaluation
Conducting research studies, impact evaluations, and evidence-based program improvement for ECD interventions.
St. Mary's College
Nutrition Research & Academic Support
Supporting nutrition research, dietary assessments, and evidence-based design of nutrition programs for children.
NEHU Tura (North-Eastern Hill University)
Technical Training & Research
Providing technical expertise, conducting training programs, and research on nutrition and ECD interventions specific to North-East India.
Government Agencies & Departments
Public sector partners for implementation and regulatory support
Commissioner of Food Safety
Food Safety & Regulatory Oversight
Ensuring food safety standards, hygiene protocols, and quality of nutrition programs across all centres.
KVK (Krishi Vigyan Kendra)
Agricultural Extension & Livelihood
Providing agricultural extension services, supporting community nutrition gardens, and livelihood development programs.
Horticulture Department
Garden Development & Support
Supporting the establishment and maintenance of community nutrition gardens and agricultural initiatives.