Educational Support

Sanrakshan Trust is supporting girl child education yields profound benefits for individuals, families, communities, and the nation as a whole. Here's a breakdown of the key reasons why it's crucial to support these girls education:

Empowerment and Individual Growth:

● Increased Confidence: Education is equipping girls with knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed decisions about their lives, health, and future.

● Personal Development: It fosters self-esteem, independent thinking, and broadens their worldview, enhancing communication and expressive abilities.

● Breaking Stereotypes: Education challenges traditional gender norms and stereotypes, paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable society.

● Reduced Risk of Harm: Educated girls are less likely to be subjected to domestic violence, child marriage, and human trafficking.

Improved Health and Well-being:

● Better Health Outcomes: Educated women tend to have fewer children, marry later, and are more informed about nutrition, hygiene, and healthcare, leading to healthier families.

● Lower Child and Maternal Mortality: Children born to educated mothers are significantly more likely to survive past the age of five. Educated women also experience fewer complications during pregnancy and childbirth.

● Increased Awareness: They have a better understanding of fatal diseases like HIV/AIDS and are more likely to adopt preventative measures.

Economic Prosperity:

● Higher Earning Potential: Educated girls are more likely to secure better employment opportunities and earn higher incomes, contributing to their financial independence and the economic well-being of their families.

● Economic Growth: An educated female population increases a country's productivity and fuels economic growth. Some countries lose billions annually by failing to educate girls to the same level as boys.

● Poverty Reduction: Education is one of the most effective ways to break the cycle of poverty, as educated women are better equipped to provide for their families and create a brighter future for their children.

Social Development and Equality:

● Gender Equality: Education is a fundamental tool for promoting gender equality and dismantling discriminatory practices.

● Stronger Communities: Educated women are more likely to participate actively in their communities, contributing to social and political development.

● Reduced Population Growth: Educated women tend to have fewer pregnancies and are less likely to become pregnant as teenagers, contributing to more sustainable population growth.

● Increased Political Participation: Education helps women gain the skills and confidence needed to take on leadership roles at local and national levels, leading to more representative governance.

Overall National Progress:

● Improved Literacy Rates: Educating girls contributes to higher overall literacy rates, which is essential for a country's development.

● Skilled Workforce: A larger pool of educated women contributes to a more skilled and productive workforce, driving innovation and economic competitiveness.

● Sustainable Development: Educated women are more likely to adopt sustainable lifestyles and promote environmental protection.

In conclusion, supporting girl child education is not just a matter of fairness; it's a strategic investment in a healthier, wealthier, and more equitable future for all. Educating girls unleashes their potential, empowering them to become agents of change and contribute fully to society.

If you can help Shahina to study further, then click here to donate:

- Apart from helping these girls, we are also spending time with small children to develop healthy habits through non-formal classes, dance, painting, talking, and story telling.- Enrolling drop out students into formal education.

Shahina

She had left her studies many years ago due to lack of money, but when we met her, we came to know that she is also sad because she is disabled, her younger siblings are married, but she has no purpose in life. After continuously meeting and talking to her, we came to know that she can study. Right now she is in the first year of BSW from IGNOU, today Shahina is studying diligently and also has a desire to do something. We hope that Shahina will achieve many things in her life.

Sapna

Wise beyond her years, Sapna is appearing for her senior secondary examinations this year. She was born to rag-picker parents, she dreams of serving the country by joining the civil services some day. However, the paltry income that her parents earn from waste-picking is not enough to ensure that she and her three brothers can continue their education further. Sapna, therefore, wants to pursue a Diploma in Elementary Education and augment her family income. Despite the financial woes of her family, she is determined not to let these constraints impede the education of her younger brothers. Like many girls from this community, Sapna also runs the risk of being married off within some other rag-picker family and may never be able to escape the hardships and indignity of her current life. We don’t want Sapna’s ‘dream’ to die an early death and therefore we are reaching out to you for your support.

Karishma

Rakhi

Pooja

Mature and sensitive, Karishma is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts, she has seen nothing but a life of indignity and suffering all these years, however, she is determined to bring some relief and succour into her parents’ lives by studying hard and getting a stable job. Karishma, therefore, wants to pursue a Diploma in Elementary Education and augment her family income. Not only that, she wants to support other girls from her community once she is able to find her feet. Devoid of any educational opportunities or support, most girls in her locality have to accept their fate of getting married at an early age. Karishma too runs the risk of being married off within some other rag-picker family and may never be able to escape her hardships. We just can’t let that happen and therefore we are reaching out to you for your support.

Rakhi born to rag-picker parents and she is appearing for her senior secondary examinations this year. Going forward, she wants to pursue a Diploma in Elementary Education and augment her family income. Apart from fulfilling her mother’s dream by getting a job with the government some day, she also wants to help other girls of her locality who simply do not have the means to educate themselves nor have access to any opportunities of gainful employment. Devoid of any educational opportunities or support, most girls in her locality have to accept their fate of getting married at an early age. Rakhi too runs the risk of being married off within some other rag-picker family without any opportunities of education or employment and may never be able to escape her hardships. It’s moving to see that despite all her hardships and suffering, she not only prioritises being a better human being but also wants to instil these values in others as well.

A resident of Bhoapur. Pooja was born in poverty to rag-picker parents. She is, however, determined to get a life of dignity for herself and her family. Pooja has enrolled into a course in Hotel Management and wants to turn her interest in house-keeping and cooking into a fruitful career. She also wants to help girls like her who simply do not have the means to educate themselves nor have access to any opportunities of gainful employment. Devoid of any educational opportunities or support, most girls in her locality have to accept their fate of getting married at an early age. Pooja too runs the risk of being married off within some other rag-picker family without any opportunities of education or employment and may never be able to escape her hardships. We don’t want her financial constraints to prove an impediment to her education and training and that’s why we are reaching out to you for your support.