Dare to Dream | Mr. Sriram V | TEDxNavrachana International School Vadodara

Project Overview - Nalanda Wave Foundation teaches creativity to children from marginalized backgrounds [1] - The project aimed to create an inclusive children's choir from Chennai, including children with disabilities, to perform internationally [2] Overcoming Challenges - Anjali, a child with autism who couldn't speak, joined the choir and eventually sang in a concert, demonstrating the power of music [4][6][7] - The choir was selected to perform at the Serenade World Choir festival in Washington DC [8][9] - Initial cost estimation for the trip was 30-35 lakhs (3-35 million rupees) [10] - A crowdfunding campaign raised 35 lakhs (3-5 million rupees) in 15 days from approximately 400 donors [13] - Air India offered a 30% discount on flight tickets [16] - The Washington DC Indian association initially offered accommodation and transportation but later withdrew [19][20] - The Balaji Temple in Fairfax, Virginia, provided food for the children for 15 days [24][25] Key Takeaways - The story emphasizes courage, hope, and the belief in oneself despite challenges [3][21] - The choir's performance at the John F Kennedy Performing Arts Center was a significant achievement [28][32] - The project highlights the importance of faith and persistence in achieving seemingly impossible goals [25][33]