KISS is steadily expanding its model of holistic, Indigenous-led education across India and beyond, aiming to empower 2,00,000 underprivileged children over the next decade.
Our Vision for Growth
2,00,000
Underprivileged children to be empowered over the next decade
Functional Campuses in Odisha
Five fully operational residential campuses, each rooted in local Indigenous contexts
KISS Baripada
Bankisole, Mayurbhanj
Operational
KISS Balangir
Rajib Nagar, Balangir
Operational
KISS Kalahandi
Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi
Operational
KISS Balasore
Balasore district
Operational
Proposed Campuses in Odisha
Several new campuses are in development across the state
Kandhamal
In Development
Boudh
In Development
Ganjam
In Development
KISS Keonjhar
In Development
Our Global Presence
To support our mission beyond India, the KISS Foundation works through trusted partner organisations in the UK and USA.
UK
KISS Foundation UK
Established: 2011
A registered charity committed to supporting the holistic education and wellbeing of Indigenous children in India through fundraising activities and awareness campaigns.
US
KISS Foundation USA
Established: Recen
Dedicated to mobilising awareness, advocacy and financial support across the United States through partnerships with individuals, institutions and diaspora communities.
How You Can Help
Your support can make a world of difference. Whether you’re in the UK, USA, or anywhere in the world, you can stand with Indigenous children and help create lasting change.
Donate Now
Support free education, healthcare, and a future full of possibility
Global Exchange Programmes
Transformative programmes that build bridges between cultures and foster global understanding
India Trek Programme
The India Trek is a one-of-a-kind, fully funded experience for international students and alumni from top public and private universities around the world. It is 100% subsidized by KIIT University and hosted by the KISS Foundation in Bhubaneswar (Odisha), making it an unparalleled opportunity to engage with India's development landscape.
The India Trek is thoughtfully designed to offer multiple perspectives from the corridors of power in New Delhi and historical monuments of eternal love in Agra to the grassroots innovation hub of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Each location brings unique insights, making the experience both intellectually rich and emotionally resonant.
In its first year, the India Trek welcomed nearly 200 students from prestigious universities such as Harvard, MIT, Oxford, Virginia Tech, and more. This immersive program offers a unique blend of academic exchange, cultural insight and community engagement, allowing participants to experience India's diversity while witnessing the transformative models of KIIT and KISS in action.
Aligned with India's National Education Policy 2020, the India Trek promotes internationalization and holistic learning. It is more than just an educational journey; it's a bridge between cultures, a catalyst for change and a celebration of global collaboration.
300+
International Scholars
10-12
Days Immersion
$2K-3K
Investment Per Student
Participating Universities & Organisations
Cultural Immersion & Field Visits
Experience Indigenous education models and community-led development
Policy & Leadership Interactions
Meet Union Ministers, Supreme Court Judges, diplomats, and UN representatives
Heritage and Learning Tours
Visit Taj Mahal, Konark Sun Temple, and explore tribal arts and languages
Academic Excellence
First-hand experience of Indigenous-led education and innovation
Unique Features
Totally Subsidised
KIIT & KISS absorb all domestic costs – flights, 5-star accommodation, transport, meals, and programming
World-Class Experience
Curated academic programming with heritage tours and cultural immersion
Global Impact
Cultivating empathy and collaboration for cross-cultural understanding
Welcoming international faculty, researchers, policymakers, UN officials, practitioners and educators to KIIT University and KISS Foundation for short-term residency, teaching and collaborative scholarship. This programme is designed to be a transformative experience that fosters academic excellence, policy innovation and impactful practice.
What We Offer
Academic instruction alongside KIIT & KISS faculty
Joint research on Indigenous knowledge systems
Cultural immersion through community workshops
Support Provided
Travel assistance and campus accommodation
Access to research facilities
Administrative guidance from International Relations
Typically Short Term Engagements
1-2 weeks (or longer)
Keynote Lectures, Panel Discussions, Workshops & More
Fully Funded by KIIT & KISS
Impact
Previous participants have enriched our classrooms and research culture, catalysing knowledge exchange and laying the groundwork for long-term collaboration.
Download the India Trek brochure
Join Our Global Community
Be part of a worldwide movement that’s transforming Indigenous education and building bridges across cultures
