Asfiya’s Journey: Choosing Independence
As the eldest of three siblings, Asfiya stepped into responsibility early—agreeing to marriage and motherhood to support her family. When her father suffered a brain haemorrhage, harsh judgments around her deepened the burden. Seeking financial independence, she walked into Yuva Café with determination. Returning to learning was not easy, but encouragement helped her continue. Asfiya […]
How the education of one girl can impact generations ahead
Both of Mercy’s parents worked in the unorganised sector, who could not afford her school fees. She joined Makkala Jagriti Learning Centre at the age of 11, and always found the facilitators to be warm, welcoming and encouraging. Makkala Jagriti also supported her to pursue her education. “We had a lot of freedom to explore […]
Simran’s Journey towards the self
Simran is a twelfth-grade arts student from a small community called Gopalapuram. Initially, she never knew that a world beyond family existed and was confined to the routines of household chores and she was content with those aspects of her life. She also admitted that, earlier, she wasn’t aware of herself, her aspirations, and her […]