Our Community Impact
Over 50,000 women and children empowered across Mumbai through early childhood education, disability interventions, community libraries, and youth leadership.
Potli Kahaniyo Ki
My name is Aarti Chaudhary, and I started my home-based library called “Potli Kahaniyo Ki” about four and a half years ago. Since then, many children from the neighbourhood have become regular visitors....
Panchhi’s Reading Journey.
About two to three years ago, when Panchhi first started coming to the Meena Library, she had little interest in books or stories. She mainly came because of Meena didi, our librarian, who spends warm and engaging time with the children. All the children enjoy sitting, talking, and learning with her....
Khusboo’s Journey with Gulista Community Library.
Khusboo is a 10-year-old girl living with her parents, five brothers, and two sisters in Narayan Nagar. With many children in the family, it has been difficult for each child to receive individual attention. Khusboo and three of her brothers are affected by a medical condition that makes learning and comprehension challenging....
Like a bridge over troubled waters...
Rihaan's parents embarked on a challenging yet transformative journey of parenting. Early in the pregnancy, his mother endured a fall, causing persistent pain until the 5th month. Rihaan's birth brought peculiarities—no immediate cry and a perpetually warm head—posing initial concerns. At 2.5 years old, Rihaan's fascination with loud music at a village wedding foreshadowed behaviors that would perplex his parents....
Meri Duniya
Devendra's upbringing is marked by his family's modest circumstances and his own unique challenges. Born to hardworking parents—a father driving an auto rickshaw and a mother employed at a local pharmacy—his early days were fraught with health complications. Just two days old, he suffered a seizure and required immediate medical intervention, spending a week in an incubator....
From shadow to light
Kajol, a 20-year-old with a passion for art, has faced health challenges since childhood, impacting her confidence and making her reliant on family support. Enrolled in a local school by her grandfather, a teacher there, she led a sheltered life without facing discrimination. Despite her mother's tutoring, college brought daunting challenges as she faced teasing and struggled academically. Eventually, she dropped out, retreating into drawing at home....
I aspire to be?
Hritik, born in Uttar Pradesh, faced early medical challenges resulting in physical and intellectual disabilities. Despite his struggles, his parents supported him lovingly. School life was marred by teasing, yet he cleared his 10th board exams with accommodations. College brought new challenges, leading to academic setbacks and loss of motivation....
Mera wala dance
Jaya joined the center in August 2023, residing with her parents, granny, and younger brother. Initially, her development seemed typical, but by age two, her limited communication raised concerns. Upon learning about the Sangharsh center, her parents hoped it could address her needs before entering mainstream schooling....
Saira's Journey of Resilience and Redemption
Saira, a 20-year-old girl living in Narayan Nagar Ghatkopar, faced significant challenges growing up. Orphaned at a young age, she lived with her grandmother, uncle, and aunt who were reluctant to take responsibility for her. Suffering from epilepsy and behavioral issues, she found solace in Sangharsh Disability Center she was enrolled in....
Nishat's Story of Change
Nishat ( name changed ) was born in her native village in Uttar Pradesh. She contracted double pneumonia at birth which resulted in convulsions and later an inability to walk. When she was about 6 yrs old, her family decided to migrate to Mumbai for better treatment....
Sonal's Journey to Independence
Sonal, a young adult of 20 years, possesses a mischievous smile and a love for dressing up and dancing. She was enrolled in a local special school until she turned 18, she later joined Sangharsh disability centre, where she found a safe and supportive environment. Sonal lost her father at a young age, her family consists of her mother and two brothers. Being the only girl her family is very protective of her. Despite her struggles with basic literacy and money transactions, Sonal's independent spirit shines through in her personal grooming and attempts at home chores....