Acid attack survivors have a difficult time being accepted into society, let alone finding work. Their trauma is made much more difficult by a culture that restricts their development. However in Agra snd Lucknow, ‘Sheroes Hangout’ has two branches that accommodate and employ 30 survivors to help them lead their lives to the fullest.

The pandemic, has not been kind, and after being forced to close the cafes due to lockdown restrictions they need our help financially now more than ever…View More

As a dog lover, volunteering at WSD has been a true joy.

The Welfare of Stray Dogs is an organisation in Mumbai who helps vaccinate, sterilise, and give medical care to the stray dogs of Mumbai.

I volunteered at their facility in Shiwri, where I helped walk and bathe the dogs.

Part of the job as a volunteer is to work with the dogs so they can become adoptable. Most of the dogs at the facility are stray dogs and have had minimal human interaction. By working with them on a regular basis, they soon begin to trust humans and come out of their shell. With the help of 2 senior volunteers I helped train 2 dogs to walk on a leash. A challenging yet fulfilling experience…View More

The 9 day festival of Navratri is a celebration to honour the divine (Devi), Mother Goddess Durga. This festival marks the most auspicious days of the Luna Calendar according to Hinduism.

For the upcoming Navaratri festival I helped promote, support and donated to the Kavach Saree Campaign. A campaign that supported the transgender community Mumbai.

During the Pandemic it was evident that they had a need for clothing, and so this Navratri we came together to gift sarees to the members of the transgender community. At a time when people all around indulge in festivities and celebrate with fervour we hoped to bring a smile to their faces…View More