ABOUT US

ABOUT IPEWF

Integrated Private Educators Welfare Forum (IPEWF) is an independent, non-political, and non-profit organization whose main objective is to uplift the educational level in India, protect the interests of private educators, and provide them with social security. It also works towards their professional development, financial stability, and social recognition through constructive efforts.

In India, the education system is divided into two sectors – government and private. Both sectors play an important role in the development of the country by establishing a clean, efficient, and quality educational environment.

Even though both sectors have equal importance, government teachers enjoy facilities such as regular pay, pension, social security, holidays, and other benefits, while private educators often face unstable situations.

  • Many private institutions operate without a proper HR policy.
  • Teachers do not receive official appointment letters.
  • Salaries are often below the minimum standard.
  • Timely payment of salaries is not ensured.
  • Medical and health benefits are inadequate.
  • There is no social or financial security system for private teachers.

The Integrated Private Educators Welfare Forum (IPEWF) was established with the aim of ensuring that private educators receive their fundamental rights and security, and to create a clean, safe, and supportive educational environment in the country.

Ground Reality of Private Teachers:

Financial Problems:
  • Not receiving salaries on time
  • Non-compliance with the Minimum Wages Act
  • Not receiving annual bonuses
  • Lack of benefits such as gratuity, PF, and ESI
Social and Mental Challenges:
  • Fear of being fired or losing the job
  • Pressure or exploitation by management
  • Mental stress and depression
  • Lack of Career Growth Opportunities
Health-Related Challenges:
  • Lack of Medical Leave
  • Financial Crisis during serious Illness
  • Absence of health insurance

Objectives:

  • To protect the social, economic, and professional rights of private educators.
  • To work toward fair pay and professional recognition for private teachers.
  • To ensure timely and adequate salary payments for private educators.
  • To provide support in cases of exploitation, injustice, or harassment in private institutions.
  • To create a national platform and network for private educators.

Legal Rights & Relevant Acts

IPEWF works to ensure that teachers receive the benefits of the following laws:

Act Benefits
Minimum Wages Act, 1948 Ensures that teachers receive at least the minimum wage declared by the state government.
Payment of Wages Act, 1936 Ensures timely payment of wages.
Payment of Bonus Act, 1965 Provides a right to a bonus between 8.33% and 20% of annual earnings.
EPF Act, 1952 Entitles teachers to provident fund benefits.
ESI Act, 1948 Ensures access to health and medical facilities.
Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 Provides 5 years of continuous service-related benefits.
Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 Ensures maternity leave and related benefits for women teachers.
Shops & Establishments Act Ensures annual leave and holiday entitlements.
Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 Provides job security and protection against unfair dismissal.
Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 Ensures equal pay for equal work.

Need & Justification:

  • Law enforcement in the private education sector is very weak.
  • Teachers are forced to fight their own battles individually.
  • There is a need for an organized platform to raise teachers’ voices to the government.
  • For social security benefits (PF, ESI, etc.), a systematic arrangement is required.
  • In the digital era, teachers need training and career development to learn new skills.

Medical & Social Security Focus

IPEWF believes that teachers can only deliver quality education when they are mentally and physically healthy. Therefore, the organization emphasizes medical and social security initiatives.
  • Signing MoUs with reputed hospitals to provide teachers with health services.
  • Establishing a Critical Illness Support Fund to provide financial aid to teachers during medical emergencies.
  • Providing Accidental and Life Insurance facilities for teachers.
  • Implementing Maternity and Paternity Leave Policies to support teachers during family needs.