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The Unyielding Spirit of Menka: Empowering Women in India Menka's journey isn't just another story; it's a testament to resilience, collaboration, and innovation. In a remote village nestled within the heart of India, Menka found herself widowed at a young age. Yet, her story isn't one of defeat but of determination, as she embarked on a quest to forge an independent life for herself and her daughter. Today, Menka stands as a symbol of hope, leading the charge for change as a screener in the #AadyaInitiative. Our mission is simple and strong: to empower women like Menka by providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to carve out their future. The core of the Aadya Initiative, is our belief in the power of education and financial independence. That's why we're reaching out to you, urging you to join us in our cause. With your support, we can fund the training of young girls to become eye screeners, equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in a world full of possibilities. Your contribution won't just change lives; it will create a ripple effect, touching the hearts and minds of countless individuals across generations. Join the Aadya Initiative, where every story matters, and every woman has the chance to shine. We're raising funds to train 60 new Aadya Screeners, extending our reach and impact. If you're inspired to be a part of this transformative journey, visit our website combatblindness.org. Your support isn't just a donation; it's an investment in a brighter, more equitable future for all. Be a part of this transformative movement, preventing blindness while empowering women worldwide. #Aadya #AadyaScreeners #TransformLives #40YearsOfVision #CommunityImpact #PatientStory #CreateARipple #VisionForAll #PreventableBlindness #EyecareForAll #SightRestoration #CombatBlindnessInternational #GlobalHealth #EradicateBlindness #ChangeLives #GiftOfSight #MakeADifference #Empowerment #ChildhoodBlindness #AccessToEyeCare

What do young women desire most? Money? Power? Influence? 💫  I'd say none of the above! It's the freedom to shape their own lives and make their own choices. 🔑 Choices about their health, education, career, life partner and likes and dislikes !✨ As I journey through the heartlands of India, I meet countless girls in schools, each one brimming with eagerness to soar to new heights. And you know what? Their drive isn't fueled by money; it's about having the confidence and freedom to make decisions about their own lives. 💪   Too often, these girls miss school due to their periods, household chores, or caring for younger siblings. Rarely are they asked about their dreams for the future, as marriage is seen as their ultimate destiny - with families deciding their life partners.   Though times are changing, and we're seeing girls shine in every field, yet there's still a mountain to climb to give them equal rights and choices as their male counterparts. 🏔   Each of these girls has her own unique personality and dreams, and it's our duty to provide the wings for them to fly. 🕊️ At Samarpann, we're dedicated to ensuring girls have access to menstrual hygiene products and education essentials. We're also creating robust school infrastructure to ensure they never miss a day of learning. Since 2015, our work has positively impacted over 20,000 girls in rural India.   We're breaking taboos and myths through advocacy sessions, empowering not just the girls but their families too. 💬🌟   Let's gift these girls the most beautiful present of all: FREEDOM TO MAKE CHOICES. Each one has her own dreams and personality; it's time to give them the wings to soar.   But we can't do it alone. We need your help to drive real change. Share your stories of empowerment, donate to our cause, or simply spread the word. Together, we can create lasting impact. 🌍   If you're a #CSR organization or want to join us on this journey of change, reach out! Let's make dreams a reality together. 💖   #EmpowerGirls #MakeADifference #ChangeMakers #GirlPower #FreedomToChoose #RuralDevelopment #GirlEducation #socialimpact #educationforall #sdg4

🎉 5 Days to change 50 Lives of Indigenous Tribe of Gaddi Community Women 🏔 I am reaching out to you with the optimism that together we can make a difference in 50 women's lives, their families and the Indigenous Tribe of Gaddi Community, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh, India. This project has the potential to create a network effect across India and the World. Please click the link below to get a perspective on the project: https://wfanrural.carrd.co 🍀 This is a Philanthropy Project by The Women Financial Advancement Network, India. Please find below the link to the pdf file consisting of the Background and Overview of the Project along with the Broad Scope of the Project: https://lnkd.in/dTuiPtCu 🚺 We are launching the up-skilling program for these 50 women on September 5th, 2023 to coincide with Teacher's Day in India. Towards the 30 day training program in September 2023, we would require INR 5 lacs/USD 6,097 by September 5, 2023. This money would help us buy raw materials, manage logistics and other operational costs to train the 50 women for the first 30 days of the program. ✍️ You can support us by subscribing as a member of The Well-Being Community of Women[includes men who believe in being an 'Ally' to women's well-being]. The subscription cost is USD 314. The subscription cost would go towards supporting one rural woman's training program cost as well as you can nominate one person for a free 2-hour financial wellness coaching session from me. Resident Indians can pay by INR through fund transfer or through mobile wallets. The details are mentioned in the link below: https://lnkd.in/dTuiPtCu For foreign residents, please click the link below to subscribe: https://lnkd.in/d4eZ6Gk3 🙏💜 If this project tugs your heart, we would be eternally grateful to you if you could support us through one subscription that would would help the 50 Indigeneous Tribe of Gaddi Community Women, their families and the community to lead a sustainable and fulfilling life. #womenentrepreneurs #womenempowerment #sustainability #ruralindia  #indigenouscommunities

Having made the move back from Singapore to Mumbai, the stark reality of a developing nation is in my face (as opposed to fading to the background while I lived here before). These harsh realities were on full display at a recent event by The/Nudge Institute, showcasing bright sparks who are working across sectors to uplift the most marginalized people across the country. Calling out some of the amazing companies below, with a plea across my network to support in any way you can (India folks, this is the ideal place to use those CSR budgets) Careleavers Inner Circle Forum (CLiC) - Founded by orphans who understand exactly how hard it is to leave an orphanage and transition into adult life, with no family to support or guide you, Careleavers helps children transition into adulthood, with financial help, provision of basic necessities (clothing, food, hygeine kits) and counselling, to help them move towards careers and education. Contact Girish Mehta to help directly OutLawed India - Outlawed trains women across marginalized communities (transgender, tribal, backward classes) and remote areas to act as paralegals and community support pillars, helping people, especially women/trans understand their legal rights and protections. They also help place these women as paralegals with law firms. To know more, contact Vibha Nadig I-Stem - I-stem develops technology to help the visually impaired access educational and vocational content, as well as running initiatives to train people with disabilities, then placing them with organizations, enabling them to gain employment. Contact Shakul Sonker Chalo Network - Creates specialized financial products for migrant communities, folks who have no access to any typical banking, lending or other support systems. Contact Priyansha Singh PLEQSUS INDIA FOUNDATION - Working on ending poverty cross the LGBTQIA communities by helping them earn sustainable livelihoods (through micro-farming, artisanal training) and exercise their right to dignity without discrimination. You can find the full list attached here, to know more about Nudge, contact Shaily Shah #charity #support #poverty

Everyday until March 31st presents an unmatched opportunity for corporates to make wise financial decisions that not only benefit their bottom line but also contribute meaningfully to society. At The Bridge Trust we’re committed to bridging gaps in education and more, by fostering partnerships that promote sustainable development across India. By choosing to support The Bridge Trust, corporates can avail themselves of a 50% tax saving while investing in the future of our nation's children. Your donations play a crucial role in enabling us to hire dedicated teachers and expand educational opportunities in line with The Bridge Trust's core mission. This isn’t just about tax savings, it’s an investment in creating a legacy of educated, empowered, and enlightened future generations. Our efforts extend to nurturing areas of gender equality, health, and livelihood among the economically and socially disadvantaged, directly or through collaboration with other non-profits. We are dedicated to transforming lives and communities by making ethical business practices and NGO collaborations more effective and impactful. Let's leverage this critical window for tax saving to champion the cause of education and social development. Join us in making a difference, fostering a better tomorrow through responsible financial planning and compassionate action today. #TaxSavingDay #FinancialPlanning #CommunityGrowth #ResponsibleChoices #TheBridgeIndia

Everyday until March 31st presents an unmatched opportunity for corporate to make wise financial decisions that not only benefit their bottom line but also contribute meaningfully to society. At The Bridge Trust we’re committed to bridging gaps in education and more, by fostering partnerships that promote sustainable development across India.   By choosing to support The Bridge Trust, corporates can avail themselves of a 50% tax saving while investing in the future of our nation's children. Your donations play a crucial role in enabling us to hire dedicated teachers and expand educational opportunities in line with The Bridge Trust's core mission. This isn’t just about tax savings, it’s an investment in creating a legacy of educated, empowered, and enlightened future generations.   Our efforts extend to nurturing areas of gender equality, health, and livelihood among the economically and socially disadvantaged, directly or through collaboration with other non-profits. We are dedicated to transforming lives and communities by making ethical business practices and NGO collaborations more effective and impactful.   Let's leverage this critical window for tax saving to champion the cause of education and social development. Join us in making a difference, fostering a better tomorrow through responsible financial planning and compassionate action today.     #TaxSavingDay #FinancialPlanning #CommunityGrowth #ResponsibleChoices #TheBridgeIndia  

The India Philanthropy Report 2024 highlights significant progress and ongoing challenges in social sector spending and philanthropy. Despite a robust annual growth of 13% in social sector spending, India still falls short of NITI Aayog's targets needed to meet the UN SDG commitments by 2030. Encouragingly, private philanthropy is growing, particularly in family and retail donations. However, CSR and HNI donations are growing moderately, indicating room for increased contributions. Women, Now-Gen, and Inter-Gen givers are notably focused on gender equity, diversity, inclusion (GEDI), and climate action. The surge in collaboratives tackling underfunded issues underscores the power of collective efforts, though future growth will rely on domestic momentum and stewardship. #IndiaPhilanthropy #SDGs #SocialSectorSpending #CSR #FamilyPhilanthropy #GEDI #ClimateAction #Collaboratives #ImpactInvesting https://lnkd.in/dkyY8mXe

Every March 8... I wish newspapers and media would stop carrying silly stats on how women in India are major bearers of "unpaid" house work and raising kids. Have we forgotten there are things beyond money? Or even if one sees things in monetary terms, many women in earlier generations raised superstars who went on to create world-class firms and systems which are valued in billions. Isn't this the current valuation of the hard word and sweat and even sacrifice the mothers of these founders and CEOs put in raising them? Educating them ? and even listening to their frustrations even as a 40 year old and taking care of their timely meals? Its just frustrating to read media strewn with making housewives look like pathetic losers! If anything they are the backbone we are looking the country to lead to "विकसित भारत" and "अमृत काल". Imagine if ALL women went out and worked - - There would be no one to listen to your problems at home, - Kids would be in the care of aging grandparents or paid help (we all know how nurturing it is), - We would have a higher % of developmentally delayed kids due to lack of attention at home , - Leading to more expenditure on therapies and healthcare, - More food would be ordered from outside, - leading to more illnesses and higher medical expenses in the long-term. and so on an so forth. Now I am not saying its only the woman's job to run the house - but let's be practical, this is the reality - 90% women give up their high paying jobs for a smooth raising of kids and home and everyone accepts after a point that men need to be the beard - earner! The only way I see this changing is men step up equally in life skills (like cooking, cleaning etc) to raising kids. So in essence - let's not celebrate Women's Day - we already know we can do it all. We don't want to be equal, we are unique. All we want is a seat at the table! #womeninfinance #womenentrepreneurs #internationalwomenday #women

Dweepsree, a beacon of women's empowerment in Lakshadweep, is rewriting narratives by liberating women from societal confines. Inspired by Kerala's 'Kudumbashree,' Dweepsree catalyzed financial independence, liberating women from traditional roles. Transitioning from domestic confines, these women now thrive in micro-enterprises, contributing significantly to poverty reduction in the Islands. With units engaged in cultivation, jewellery making, food processing, and handicrafts, Dweepsree is a force of economic empowerment. The initiative, supported by Jan Shikshan Sansthan, not only imparts skills but also fosters equality and independence. Through low-interest microfinance facilities, Dweepsree emerges as a catalyst for financial resilience. Empowering differently-abled individuals, it strives to bring them into the mainstream, offering newfound experiences and opportunities. Dweepsree heralds a transformative journey towards equality, confidence, and economic self-sufficiency for the women of Lakshadweep. https://lnkd.in/dAvJ_YpB #womensempowerment #lakshadweep #breakingbarriers #financialindependence #economicempowerment #povertyreduction #skilldevelopment #microfinance #differentlyabled

Women on Wings experts contributed 1498 pro bono hours during a six-month period last year! This is how we solve challenges together with our social enterprise and government institution partners. That’s 36.7 full-time work weeks by volunteer professional experts in six months’ time. This pro bono work is a value of €187,250 in experienced business consulting. These hours are a 41% increase over the prior six-month period! This increase in hours is important because it means even more Indian social enterprises and government institutions can collaborate with Women on Wings team and experts on building their business to make more employment opportunities for women living in rural India. These partnerships ultimately give women the agency to move their families beyond poverty. Here’s to making a difference together! #probono #vriwilliger #vriwilligerswerk #businessconsulting #socialenterprise