Pratham
Educational support for marginalized children
Goal
Children in and around red-light areas develop educational and life competencies in a supportive eco-system and become positive contributors to society.
Children in and around red-light areas, especially those born to commercial sex workers or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, endure abuse and discrimination. This leads to their self-isolation from mainstream society due to associated stigma. Many attend under-resourced schools, resulting in subpar learning outcomes and a challenging academic journey. Living near red-light areas exposes these children to factors like poverty, stressful life events, and limited access to quality education. They suffer from nutritional deficiencies, limited healthcare access, and basic needs, exacerbating their challenges.
More importantly they also face a constant risk of trafficking, the daily exposure to violence and alcoholism complicates their ability to navigate life healthily.
Children without a consistent father figure may experience abuse from their mothers’ partners, leading to strained relationships and psychological distress. Limited educational and economic support adds to their challenges, making it difficult to form healthy relationships. Additionally, they are vulnerable to engaging in unethical activities, such as assisting in the sex trade or participating in illegal businesses in their area.
To thrive, these children urgently need love, acceptance, positive guidance, and protection from caring adults to realize their full potential. Project Pratham seeks to establish a more robust and sustainable learning environment for these children, emphasizing strong educational foundations, mental and physical well-being, career development, and the empowerment of parents and the community.
Sponsor the remedial education expenses for a child from the red light area
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