Ayang Trust

Last December, with amazing support from people all across the country, we, the students of Hummingbird School in Majuli brought to life the very first Children’s Literary Festival, Ammo. Ammo became the site a joyful space to celebrate the incredible talent of young storytellers, artists and dreamers from Northeast India!

The response for Ammo last year was overwhelming!

Over 1500 children from across Majuli and beyond participated in Ammo Children's Literary Festival, proving that the desire for literature and creativity is immense. We witnssed first-hand that tiny seeds of imagination sprout as children discovered new worlds with illustrators and artists, recited self-composed poems, and found their voices through storytelling.

Why "Ammo"? And Why Now?

"Ammo," in the Mising language, means "seed." Our inaugural festival was a massive step in planting those seeds of creativity in the hearts of Majuli's children.

Now, we're ready for "Ammo 2.0," and the stakes are higher. We, the Grade 9 students of the Hummingbird School as the organisers will be aiming for a bigger, bolder festival that reaches even more young dreamers who lack access to literary opportunities otherwise. 

"Ammo 2.0" will again be a three-day festival (December 19th-21st December 2025) featuring:

• Workshops: Hands-on sessions with acclaimed storytellers, writers,  to refine literary skills

• Inter-School Collaborations: Bringing together young minds from diverse backgrounds for shared creative projects.

• A Book Fair: Featuring diverse books, especially those highlighting Northeast Indian voices.

• Interactive Art and Literature Hubs: Blending visual arts, performance, and poetry to encourage multi-modal expression.

The festival will once again take place on our beautiful campus at The Hummingbird School in Majuli District, Assam. 

Our Goal: Building a Generation that Imagines, Creates, and Inspires

The success of the first "Ammo" proves this isn't just a festival but we see it as an investment in the future thinkers, writers, and leaders of Assam. Your support for "Ammo 2.0" means you are:

• Providing children with the opportunities and resources to discover, nurture, and share their creative voices.
• Helping us bring high-quality literary engagement to a remote region where such opportunities are rare.
• Validating our belief that children can and should lead initiatives that shape their own future.

We Need Your Support for "Ammo 2.0"

To ensure the second edition of "Ammo" is even more impactful and accessible, we need to raise INR 5,00,000. This increased goal will allow us to:

• Outreach & Transportation: Providing transport and outreach to ensure that no child misses out on "Ammo 2.0." Your support will help us bring children from the most remote, underserved villages directly to the festival ground. 
• Guest Facilitation: Inviting a wider range of acclaimed authors and artists to inspire our diverse participants.
• Infrastructure Upgrade: Ensuring better sound, seating, and event spaces for the anticipated larger crowd.
• Materials & Resources: Providing art supplies, books, and other resources for the children.

Every contribution helps us reach one more child. Your contribution also ensures that the literary spark ignited by the first festival grows into a steady flame. 

Join the Movement: Help us transform "Ammo 2.0" from a plan into a reality. Invest in the future storytellers and artists of Majuli and beyond make this year's Ammo Festival a resounding success!