Our First Vocational Training Centre Graduate

Our First Vocational Training Centre Graduate

Varsha*, is a young woman who has been one of our quickest learners at the Vocational Training Centre. Varsha is originally from West Bengal and is the daughter of one of the commercial sex workers from the red-light district of Bhiwandi. Her mother has been staying...
An opportunity to Persevere

An opportunity to Persevere

As it is said, “there are always periodic opportunities to give up, while every single moment is an opportunity to persevere”. Neeta, one of our participants from Turbhe is truly a live example of perseverance. Neeta comes from a large family comprising of six...
Apna Ghar

Apna Ghar

Kavita* is a soft-spoken hardworking woman from Mumbai. She came in touch with Sahaara at the Byculla Women’s Prison. After due diligence, Sahaara paid her bail of Rs. 5000/- and she was released. After being released, she had no job. The lack of education also...
New Beginning

New Beginning

Shiva* a 32 years old man lived with his mother in Antop Hill, Mumbai. In the month of April 2019, he was arrested under section 457, 454, 380 of Indian Penal Code 1860 (for Lurking / trespassing someone’s house at night to commit theft). After couple of months,...
A helping hand

A helping hand

During this COVID -19 lockdown, many reports have shown an increase in the incidence of domestic violence across all spectrum of society. While for some staying at home has brought opportunities of bonding time with families, indulging in self-care, and cultivating...
Where there is a will, there is a way

Where there is a will, there is a way

Harsh* lives in the Turbhe red light area with his grandparents, mother and brother. He is currently in Level 4 of Sahaara’s remedial classes. During the lockdown, Sahaara started online classes as physical classes were restricted. Harsh’s mother had a smart...