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Nisha’s Path to Learning, Growth, and Purpose
Nisha's* journey with Sahaara began in December 2010 when she joined Anandalay Education Hostel. Over the years, she has blossomed into a young woman full of passion and creativity. Recently, she achieved a major milestone by passing her 12th grade through the...
Mamta’s Pursuit of Education and Creativity
Mamta* was just four years old when she was brought to Anandalay Hostel, a safe space where she could grow and learn. Her mother, a victim of the sex trade, was referred to a rehabilitation home in 2009 with the support of Sahaara staff. Since then, Mamta and her...
Kanta’s Rise to Responsibility
Almost a year ago, Kanta* joined the Udaan Aftercare Hostel. Moving to a new place with new rules and staff was tough for her. Kanta had to learn many new things, like cooking, shopping, traveling alone, and other important life skills. Kanta lived with another care...
Arman’s Journey to Learning and Confidence
Arman*, an 11-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Rajasthan in search of better opportunities. The transition was difficult, and adjusting to life in a big city was not easy for him. He struggled in school, lacked confidence, and found it hard to keep...
Aarif’s Journey from Isolation to Education
Aarif*, an 11-year-old boy, faced many struggles in his early years. His family originally lived in Kolkata, but his father took his mother, Alia*, to Mumbai and forced her into the sex trade in the Ghatkopar red-light area. Aarif lived with his parents and...
Omi’s Journey to Confidence and Learning
Omi*, a six-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Bihar in search of better opportunities. His father works as a driver in a construction company, while his mother takes care of the home. He has three siblings, and life at home is quiet, as his father...
A New Beginning: Arjun’s Story of Strength and Transformation
Arjun*, a 15-year-old boy from a small village in Uttar Pradesh, faced many challenges growing up. His family struggled financially, and when he was seven years old, his father passed away from tuberculosis. His mother, who struggled with mental health issues, became...
Vijay’s Transformation: From Anger to Aspiration
Vijay* is a 14-year-old boy from Solapur, Maharashtra, who used to live with his mother and three sisters. His family has faced significant challenges, particularly after the death of his father when Vijay was just 9 years old. This loss left Vijay and his family...
Shardul’s Journey Towards Stability
Shardul*, a 20-year-old young man from Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, grew up without family support. He completed Grade 12 and an ITI course in Electronics while living in a hostel run by an NGO outside Mumbai. When he turned 18, he had to leave the hostel, as he was no...
Ashwini’s Journey to Independence
Ashwini* grew up in a simple home in Kolkata with her parents, two brothers, and one sister. When she was 11, her sister took her to Bhiwandi, promising better opportunities. Instead, Ashwini was left in a rented room, and after a month, she was forced into a sex...