Save The Child Foundation

In a recent Art-Based Therapy session, led by our therapist Sheetal Jain, participants explored self-discovery through creative exercises. From memory games to visual art, the group delved into self-perception, expressing their inner selves with colors, symbols, and metaphors. These sessions continue to foster connection and personal growth, offering a safe space for reflection and empowerment. 💫
📍 The Gender Lab

In ‘s words:
It’s heartbreaking, but not surprising.
Women are blamed for their own abuse.
Instead of support, they hear:
“Why were you out at night? What were you wearing?
Why didn’t you call for help? Why were you alone?
That’s why women shouldn’t work.”
Society only believes survivors if they’re the ‘perfect victim’:
“So you were drinking? You must have wanted it. Why did you go to his house? You don’t look like someone who was raped.”
Who believes us? Who cares when a woman says she’s been abused? Why must we relive the horror in gruesome detail to demand justice?
From Nirbhaya to Hathras and countless others, justice remains out of reach. Stop calling each case ‘another Nirbhaya’-these aren’t rare incidents. They happen every day. While we share the brutal Kolkata case, millions of women suffer in silence. Fight for all of them. Hold the abusers accountableDon’t celebrate rapists. Don’t excuse their actions.
Women have been used as weapons in politics. Think of Manipur, where women were paraded naked, or the Dalit woman who was silenced with threats and death.
The Kolkata case is inhumane, but it’s just one of many.
When rapists hold power, women are reduced to commodities. Abusers don’t look different-they have families and still commit these acts. Stop victim blaming.
If independence doesn’t mean freedom, justice, and equality, it means nothing.

Our champion for equality and changemaker Eesha Mallu spread a lot of love with a Bake Sale in Dublin which will turn into impact for more than 30 Children from Slums as part of the School in a Backpack campaign.

https://donate.savethechild.org/campaign/school-in-a-
bag-campaign/c582993

Changemaker and Youth Leader of Save the Child Foundation@mayukha_t from Los Angeles finds her way into the slums of Hyderabad with purpose and intent to End Period Poverty.
While PARI PADS is just a vehicle to open up a dialogue about topics of taboo, we primarily use them as ice breakers to talk about for fundamental issues and rights of Gender Equality.
Mayu brings so much energy and deep thought to our mission and articulating the vision, she very passionately champions Girl Child agendas in the Los Angeles Schools and also champions our Cups vision in the suburbs of Los Angeles.
Grateful to SavetheChild India team for facilitating these interactions.
From ‘s wall :
At Pari Pads, we believe in more than just providing products; we are committed to creating change and breaking taboos around menstrual health. Our mission is to be a beacon of light for women everywhere, empowering them with the dignity and support they deserve.
Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to reach out to a community of resilient women who, despite facing vulnerability and adversity, continue to fight for life and sustainability. We gifted them Pari Pads as a step toward alleviating one of the many challenges they face.
But this is just the beginning. We need your support to expand our reach and impact. Join us in our mission to create a world where menstrual health is no longer a barrier but a symbol of strength and empowerment.

Save the Child Foundation is proud to partner with since 2021 to provide menstrual health solutions and end period poverty for girls and women in marginalized communities worldwide, including in Nepal, India, Jamaica, Ukraine, and Uganda. This impactful collaboration empowers menstruators with access to sustainable menstrual products and education, enabling them to manage their periods with dignity. Together, we are working towards a more equitable future where no one is held back by lack of menstrual resources.

Alshifa is a Save the Child Scholar from Mumbai currently rising to high school and represents a million children out there who is at risk of early exit from schools due to financial limitations and lack of access to their rights. .kranti ‘s ward Alshifa derives and manifests her Sheetal di’s energy and tenacity to make it count.
Inspite of the great merit of these children and that of the cause, organizations such as Save the Child Foundation struggle to keep up with our appetite to educate as many children as possible and always fall short of our goals.
Is anyone keeping a count of all the countless children from the slums and then the forgotten ones - the special needs children.

🧠✨ Building Trust and Teamwork at Swami Vivekanand School✨🧠

On July 27, 2024, 38 students participated in a transformative therapy session led by Sheetal Jain, an Art-based therapist, and Program Director at Save the Child Foundation aimed at fostering trust and teamwork. The session, filled with energetic activities and open communication, highlighted the students’ confidence and eagerness to express themselves. Future sessions will continue to build on this foundation, enhancing group cohesion and individual confidence. 🌟

🌸 Sukoon Workshop Highlights 🌸
On August 3rd, 2024, Sheetal Jain, our talented art-based therapy practitioner, facilitated the Sukoon Workshop, guiding participants on a journey to find inner peace. With activities like nature-inspired Mandala creation and communal drumming, attendees discovered and celebrated their personal sense of tranquility.

Care and Love Foundation is now a registered 501 c(3) organization in USA which directly benefits special needs children in India .

Hyma's leadership has brought ground breaking change and voice for the voiceless , abandoned children with special needs in the city of destiny Visakhapatnam.

As we embark on this journey to permanently change the lives of 40+ children, we ask each of you to consider following the .vizag 's work and engage in solidarity for child rights.

Sasirekha Gandrothu , cofounder of Save the Child Foundation and Bhavani Chelluboina a long term patron of Save the Child Foundation will also lead the Care and Love Foundation to cement a permanent home for the children of Care and Love.

🌸 The Art of Finding सुकून 🌸

Join Sheetal and Tanya on August 3rd for a magical experience of creative slowness with Nature Art Journaling, Theatre & Movement, and Drum Circle. Facilitated by our very own Sheetal Jain from Save the Child Foundation and Tanya, this event will take place at The Gender Lab, Dahisar West (Mumbai) from 5 to 7:30 pm. 🌈

We will explore creative ways to find ‘sukoon’ (tranquility) by engaging with our senses, moving our bodies, reflecting, and expressing through nature art, sipping on flower teas, and playing musical instruments together. 🎨🥁🌿

Sheetal is a dedicated Art-Based Therapy Practitioner and has been instrumental in creating environments of change through arts and music. Her partnership with The Gender Lab has led to many success stories, demonstrating the profound impact of art-based interventions in promoting mental well-being and preventing su***des.

We are incredibly proud of Sheetal’s work and are excited to support her in this meaningful event. Join us in manifesting tranquility and healing through the arts.

📅 Date: August 3rd, Saturday 🕔 Time: 5 to 7:30 pm 📍 Location: The Gender Lab, Dahisar West (Mumbai)

Periods are a natural part of life. Prioritize your well-being with self-care during this time. Stay hydrated, eat balanced meals, and listen to your body. Let’s support each other and advocate for menstrual hygiene. 🌸

🌍✨ On this World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, July 30, we stand together to raise awareness about the urgent issue of human trafficking, especially its devastating impact on children. This year’s theme, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” reminds us that one in three trafficking victims is a child, often subjected to forced labor, sexual exploitation, and illegal adoption.Let’s unite to advocate for comprehensive solutions that protect vulnerable children and address the systemic factors contributing to their exploitation. Together, we can create a safer world where every child is free from the horrors of trafficking. 💪❤️

Since February 2020, Save the Child Foundation has proudly implemented a period leave policy, allowing menstruating females up to three days of paid leave each month. This initiative supports our commitment to gender equality and the well-being of our team, fostering a more inclusive and understanding workplace.

But our mission goes beyond the office. Join us in our Ending Period Poverty campaign, where we aim to empower 100,000 girls and women across India, Nepal, Pakistan, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Liberia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. Together, we can provide essential menstrual health resources and help break the stigma surrounding menstruation.

Your support is vital. Let’s work together to ensure every woman and girl has the dignity and support they deserve. 🌍💪

👗✨ Spreading Warmth and Joy! ✨👗

We are thrilled to share a heartwarming initiative led by one of our dedicated board members, Lavanya E-puri. Under her leadership, she collected gently used clothes and sent them to India with the help of friends traveling there.

Sunanda Guruzu, our country head for Save the Child Foundation India, ensured these clothes reached those in need at two wonderful homes: Rainbow Home for Girls in Secunderabad and Akshara Girls Home in Hyderabad.

This initiative brought smiles and warmth to many young girls, and we are so grateful to everyone who contributed. Together, we are making a difference, one act of kindness at a time.

Empowering Futures: Through the collaboration with Inner Wheel District Bagmati Chapter, Save the Child Foundation Nepal was proud to distribute notebooks to young students at Halchowk Secondary School, Kathmandu.

These simple yet powerful tools are more than just pages; they are gateways to knowledge, creativity, and opportunity. Small encouragements like these can ignite a child’s passion for learning, fostering resilience and shaping brighter futures.

Kleshaa is one of our incredible scholars from Darjeeling pursuing a Bachelors in Mass Communications from Nepal who has been nursing seniors and nurturing younger siblings and more.
One can only fathom the inner strength of oneself when living on the edge and when its always a challenge treading the waters when the entire universe is working against you but then you never give up, you persevere and then you thrive.
A short conversation with Kleshaa and I know greatness is going to unfold in just course of time.

Nakato Hairah is one of our star kids who is a natural leader and someone who excels in Art and Performing Arts and English just happens to be her favorite subject.
Just one smart kid whose education is challenged due to poverty and financial limitations and when you sum up that with two of her sisters, the impact is triple and and entire generation is at risk.
To ensure all 3 kids stay in school, we will need to fund $250 and if you are reading this and would like to help, you can do so here : https://donate.savethechild.org/
give/355284/ #!/donation/checkout
OR simply zelle US $250 to [email protected] and send a quick email to [email protected] and / or text to Ravi @ 214-682-3905
Thank you for consideration.

At Save the Child Foundation, we believe that Young Adults are the catalysts of global change, driving transformative shifts and leading the charge toward a brighter future. In 2024, our Young Leaders are poised to make significant strides in advancing our vision of gender equality and equity.

Our standout team, always impeccably dressed in black, embodies purposeful change and challenges the status quo with their dynamic presence. We are proud to have along with RDWS leader , spearheading efforts to break barriers and enforce impactful change.

Believe it or Not
There is barely a day at home where we dont talk about
Periods and how it affects each of us at home.
And I cant believe it, there was not even a mention of it for the first 18 years at home.
We as a team are grateful that we have been able to move the needle a little bit.

Save the Child Foundation India made a significant impact at Balatejassu Boys Home, a shelter for 25 underprivileged boys. The home had been requesting grocery support for several months. Thanks to the generosity of Syren Cloud Technologies, India team under the leadership of was able to donate three months’ worth of groceries to the home.

The team had the opportunity to personally interact with the boys, learning about their dreams of receiving a good education and the daily challenges they face to meet basic needs. This experience reaffirmed our commitment to supporting children in need and ensuring they have access to essential resources and opportunities.

A heartfelt thank you to Venkat Bathula garu for your invaluable support in making this possible. Together, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of these children.

Could You Cups are Save the Child Foundations strategic investment to tackle the trade offs girls have to experience due to poverty.
Heena and Poonam are great ambassadors for great causes to bring the change on the field in advocating for insertables.

Mahek, a revolutionary spirit and a Save the Child Foundation Scholar, is currently a rising junior at Salve Regina University, Newport, RI. Mastering the craft of theatre, Mahek has already performed on Broadway and aspires to use theatre and the arts for storytelling and social change. A beacon of inspiration, Mahek is set to redefine the art of the possible.

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cements the fact of our intent to continue to build our relationship with the women of Paalaguttapalle and nurture our synergies to scale the footprint and more importantly promote sustainable living and advocate, inspire and urge citizens to change their lifestyles and again invest in sustainable living.

Join us in empowering Mumbai’s youth and women through art and storytelling! 🎨✨ Support Nazaria Arts Collective and help provide vital equipment for transformative projects. Together, we can create a brighter, more inclusive future! 💪🏽📸

.kranti is Art Based Therapy Practitioner Professionally and has nurtured her vision and dream of spearheading at scale drum circles and using Arts and Music for healing and also in effect truly creating environments of change.
Great many success stories have been shared from these action based initiatives from the host Sheetal Jain from Save the Child in partnership with the Gender Lab and it all comes to a bottom line of how we can prevent the next su***de from happening by using tools and teaching methods that are ART based.
Very proud of the work and manifesting very meaningful outcomes with purpose.
In Deep Gratitude of for the targeted fundraising to gift the Drums for the program.

Absolutely inspired by Danish Shaikh’s unwavering perseverance and dedication to the goal. From a young age, Danish has held a steadfast vision to heal others, culminating in a Masters in Clinical Psychology. Specializing in supporting individuals through trauma, stress, addiction, and more, Danish exemplifies tenacity and kindness. Robin’s revolutionary vision is brought to life by Danish’s empathy and commitment, setting a powerful example for millions to find their passion in psychology. Always inspired by this Krantikari. Much love.

From Kamatipura to Kerala to Ashoka University, Delhi to University of Peace in Costa Rica. This goes to say that with absolute tenacity and will, nothing is impossible and with Sandhya its always the unchartered waters that draw her attention. While there are countless talents she brings to the world, its ground breaking barriers and challenging the status quo which is my fav of all.
A Genius in her own right, she stands tall at the commencement ceremony of UPEACE giving a call out to each of us for No action in Gaza. This is Peace building at this best and it starts with personal action and Becoming the Change.
Congratulations for your leadership at Save the Child Foundation and all the best in shaping a new world of peace!

Dr. Sridhar Gundrothu- one of the board members of Save the Child Foundation blazed through the streets of NYC for the 5th time in the 2024 United Airlines Half Marathon, fueled by a passion for both personal wellness and supporting education for underprivileged children in Nepal. Thank you, Dr. Sridhar Gundrothu, for your unwavering dedication and inspiring commitment from all of us at Save the Child Foundation.

Samanvita's vision to move the needle and enable the girls from Africa to move mountains at home has manifested in partnership with Walkfree Kids in Masaka District.

Many families in developing countries are stuck in a cycle of extreme poverty. A bicycle can be the simple yet empowering tool that rewrites the story of families all over the world. Bracelets for Bikes goal is to provide help to as many families as we can to change their lives.

In deep Gratitude for everyone at BraceletsforBikes to manifesting this smiles on our children.

12 Girls were identified as beneficiaries.