SDG & CSR Alignment
Our programs are mapped to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013.
SDG Alignment
3
Good Health & Well-Being
4
Quality Education
5
Gender Equality
10
Reduced Inequalities
16
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Impact on Beneficiaries
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
Measured Outcomes:
SDG 4 – Quality Education
Measured Outcomes:
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
Measured Outcomes:
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Measured Outcomes:
Mapping with SDGs & Schedule VII
SDG 3 – Good Health & Well-Being
SDG Target
Program Linkage
| 3.4: Promote mental health and well-being | Self-defence training reduces fear, anxiety, and stress by improving confidence, preparedness, and psychological resilience. |
| 3.6: Reduce injuries and violence | Training equips women and girls with skills to prevent, escape, and respond to violent situations, reducing risk of physical harm. |
| 3.8: Access to essential services | Awareness sessions include emergency response, helplines (112, 1090), and access to support services. |
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
SDG Target
Program Linkage
| 16.1: Reduce violence | Community-based self-defence training acts as a preventive intervention against gender-based violence. |
| 16.3: Promote rule of law | Legal awareness modules educate participants on rights, FIR process, and protection laws. |
| 16.7: Inclusive participation | Encourages safe participation of women in education, work, and public life. |
Community-Level Impact
Trained women become change agents, spreading awareness, influencing safer behaviors, and building a culture of prevention and respect within families and communities.
Schedule VII Compliance
Schedule VII Clause
Relevance to Self-Defence Training Program
| (i) Promoting health care including preventive health care | Self-defence training is a preventive safety and mental well-being intervention. |
| (iii) Promoting gender equality and empowering women | Builds confidence, safety, mobility, and decision-making ability of women and girls. |
| (xii) Disaster management (training & capacity building) | Emergency preparedness, crisis response, and situational handling skills are covered. |
| (ii) Education & skill development | Life-skills and safety training qualify as non-formal education and capacity building. |
Lucknow / Uttar Pradesh
Urban Context (Lucknow City)
Challenges
Program Response
| Harassment during commuting, public transport, markets, and workplaces | Focus on situational awareness, escape techniques, and crowd safety. |
| Working women and students returning late hours | Time-flexible batches in colleges, offices, and residential areas. |
| Low reporting due to fear and stigma | Legal literacy and police coordination sessions. |
Semi-Urban & Rural Blocks (Uttar Pradesh)
Challenges
Program Response
| Limited access to safety training | Mobile training units and village-level sessions. |
| Social norms restricting mobility | Community orientation with parents, SHGs, and Panchayats. |
| Low awareness of helplines and rights | Simple, local-language awareness modules. |
Target Groups
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Rural Women
Rural women often experience limited access to education, vocational training, and income-generating opportunities due to geographical, social, and economic constraints. Traditional roles, lack of market exposure, and low financial literacy restrict their economic independence.
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Adolescent Girls
Adolescent girls face critical challenges related to education continuity, self-confidence, life skills, and career awareness. Early exposure to skill development, leadership, health awareness, and decision-making abilities is crucial to prevent dropouts and early dependency.
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Working Women
Working women frequently struggle with workplace stress, limited leadership opportunities, work–life balance challenges, and lack of upskilling support. Focused training on professional skills, communication, leadership, and self-development is necessary.
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Homemakers
Homemakers contribute significantly to family and society but often lack recognition, financial independence, and access to skill-building opportunities. Training in financial literacy, self-confidence, and practical skills can empower homemakers to achieve economic independence.