Get Involved with UrbanShikha
Join the movement to transform urban communities across India
Whether you're an RWA looking to elevate your community, a resident passionate about positive change, or a volunteer wanting to make a difference, there's a place for you in the UrbanShikha family.
For RWAs & Communities
Ready to ignite excellence in your residential community?
Application Process
Submit your community details through our streamlined online application or connect with a local UrbanShikha coordinator
Assessment through our team
Our trained UrbanShikha Sparks evaluators visit your community to conduct comprehensive evaluation using the SCALE framework
Ongoing Support
Access UrbanShikha Academy resources, mid-year check-ins, and our network of certified communities
Ready to Start?
Contact us at rwa@urbanshikha.org or call +91 98765 43210 to begin your community's excellence journey.
For Residents
Be the change you want to see in your community
Participate in Feedback
Scan QR codes to share honest feedback about your community's facilities, governance, and improvement needs
Contribute Ideas
Join ideation sessions like our Crazy 8 workshops to brainstorm innovative solutions for community challenges
Champion Initiatives
Lead sustainability efforts, organize community events, or mentor neighbors in using new digital systems
Spread the Word
Become an UrbanShikha ambassador by sharing your community's success stories with friends and neighboring societies
Your Role Matters
Every resident is a sensor and innovator. Your daily actions, feedback, and participation directly impact your community's flame rating and create lasting positive change.
Become an UrbanShikha Spark
Join our network of trained evaluators and volunteers
Training & Certification
Complete our comprehensive training program on the SCALE framework, evaluation techniques, and community engagement
Conduct Evaluations
Visit communities, assess criteria objectively, and provide constructive feedback using our Tree-Branch-Leaf framework
Mentor Communities
Guide 1-Flame aspirants, share best practices, and support RWAs in their continuous improvement journey
Continuous Learning
Attend refresher trainings, rotate across different community types, and stay updated on evolving criteria
Volunteer Requirements
- Commitment: Minimum 4 hours per month for community evaluations
- Integrity: Maintain objectivity, confidentiality, and ethical standards
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide constructive feedback
- Growth Mindset: Willingness to learn and adapt to new evaluation criteria
Partnerships & Collaboration
Working together to scale community excellence
Municipal Bodies
Partner with local governments to integrate UrbanShikha standards into city planning and community incentive programs
Corporate CSR
Support community projects through CSR funding, employee volunteering, and sustainability expertise
NGOs & Foundations
Collaborate on training programs, resource development, and scaling community development initiatives
Service Providers
Offer specialized services to certified communities - from solar installations to waste management solutions
Interested in partnering with UrbanShikha? Contact us at partnerships@urbanshikha.org to explore collaboration opportunities.
Ready to Ignite Change?
Join thousands of residents, hundreds of communities, and dozens of volunteers who are already part of the UrbanShikha movement.