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Resilience in the Shadows: Narratives of Educational Challenges and Career Decision-Making Among Slum Students in Kanpur City

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  • Diksha Dwivedi

    (Research Scholar, Department of Education, University of Lucknow, Lucknow, U.P.)

  • Dr. Alka Dwivedi

    (Associate Professor, Department of Education, Kalicharan P.G. College, Lucknow, U.P.)

Abstract

This qualitative research examines educational experiences and career aspirations of 20 slum students (aged 14-18) from Kanpur City's Shastri Nagar, Juhi, and Karachhiya slums. Through narrative inquiry and thematic analysis, three themes emerge: educational barriers (leaky infrastructure, teacher absence), resilience sources (family, NGOs), and career gaps (engineering dreams vs. mill work). Findings align with ASER 2024's 40-50% UP slum dropout rates. Recommendations target NEP 2020 via slum coaching hubs and scholarships.

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  • Diksha Dwivedi & Dr. Alka Dwivedi, 2026. "Resilience in the Shadows: Narratives of Educational Challenges and Career Decision-Making Among Slum Students in Kanpur City," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 10(3), pages 2165-2170, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:10:y:2026:i:3:p:2165-2170
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