SARA Institute of Data Science
Our Mission
SARA is a non-profit educational institute committed to delivering inclusive data science education. We break down barriers of privilege, technical complexity, and financial exclusion by providing accessible training in coding, English, and data skills—empowering students, researchers, and professionals to shape their own futures.
Inclusive Education
Since 2023, we’ve trained 200+ learners from rural communities, public universities, and underrepresented groups.
Data Science
Uncovering hidden patterns to drive decision making and innovation using data science education.
R, Statistics, Python, & Quarto
Data Science Trainings
Week-long Offline Trainings of Data Science.
2nd Summer School “R for Beginners” 25-29 July 2025
I got more hand-on experience during the workshop. Most importantly lost my fear of R.
— Hardik Parmar, MA, TISS-Mumbai
Interactive teaching is what I consider as the main features. I recommend course to others.
— Jatin Mathur, MA Soc., DSE-DU
This summer school has given me the confidence that I can become better with R
— R. Tharun, MA, TISS-Mumbai
I’m from Humanities background & data, programming, & coding seem bit difficult. But SARA made this so comfortable.
— Komal Devi, PhD Scholar, Pol. Sci. JNU
Hands-on training was greatly impactful.
— Dr. Madhu Bala, PhD in Soc., JNU
Its really commendable the way faculty explains each and every step in his classes.
— Md. Allam Ashraf, PhD Scholar, Soc., Jamia University
Winter School “Statistics using R” 16 - 20 December 2024
This course ensures that we not only understood the theoretical aspects of statistics but also gained practical experience using R, which made the entire learning process much more approachable.
— Sapna Kanwar, MA, JNU
It is a full package that teaches us to integrate three skills: understanding Research Methodology, knowledge of statistics and use of R for data analysis.
— Dharmanshu Dhakar, PhD Scholar, MP
We got to learn about Research Methodology, Statistics and data analysis in R. All the number of lectures and hours sessions are very well designed.
— Mahavir Bhagat, PhD Scholar, JNU
SARA made it possible for students coming from marginalized and under-represented groups in India at such a low cost, with all the necessary arrangements.
— Yashang Jambhulkar, BA, Maharashtra
Bootcamp “Publish using Quarto” 03 - 07 March 2025
The modules were taught in a simple and informative way.
— Deepak Kumar, MA Psychology, UP
I got to learn great skills in data science which will help me a lot in my academic journey.
— Maga Ram, MA Pol. Sci., JNU
During this bootcamp, I experienced a lot of things about data science. Classes were enjoyable and I had a great experience.
— Rachna Rathi, BA LLB, HR
Making data science accessible to everyone, especially those from non-technical and humnities background is a remarkable and much needed effort.
— Rishav Kumar, MA Pol. Sci., JNU
With the right help, guidance, and support of batch mates everything was made possible. SARA team was helpful and kind.
— Garima, MA Eng. Lit., GVM Sonipat.
Donate for Education
Your every donation unlocks data science skills for a learner.
Thank You!
An inclusive organization is built with understanding and love.
Thank you for being a part of SARA!
Dr. Ajay Koli, PhD
Co-Founder & Exec. Director, SARA Institute.
Dr. Kiran Lata, PhD
Co-Founder & Director, SARA Institute.
With your support, we build SARA for a brighter future.