"My son used to kick me when he was in my womb. Why make an issue when he kicked me in my old age?" reasons a very forgiving Shakti Dasi. The widow travelled 2300 kms from Tripura to Vrindavan after her only son violently beat her with a burning plank of wood and broke her knee one evening. She had to leave behind the business she had built with her husband who had died a few years back. Shakti ended up on the streets of Brindavan begging for food and shelter. But when Winnie Singh of Maitri saw Shakti in a frail state in tattered clothes, she brought her to the shelter home where Shakti gets food, care and medicines. What more, with Maitri’s intervention, Shakti reconciled with her son - and daughter-in-law, and now travels home to Tripura twice a year to spend time with her grandchildren. But she is not leaving Maitri, as this has become her family.Not every elderly widow who comes to Vrindavan after being abandoned by her family gets as lucky as Shakti. Many of them often end up living a lonely life and begging to survive on the streets. Maitri aspires to take care of every widow in need of help.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/ce101369-528c-4d37-bc1d-1118b9925af3.jpg" />Maitri’s Project Jeevan to the rescueAbandoned, elderly widows are the amongst the most vulnerable in India. After being thrown out of their often abandoned by their own children and are forced to beg for food and shelter. “Through Project Jeevan, Maitri houses aging widow mothers in two ashrams in Vrindavan and Radhakund (Mathura), providing them with wellness and well-being. The programme also reaches out to widow mothers beyond the ashrams with fruit, milk and healthcare services,” explains Winnie Singh, co-founder and executive director, Maitri India.Save homeless elderly widows from begging on the streetsMost widows who make their way to Vrindavan are abandoned by their families, often after years of abuse. They come here hoping they will spend the rest of their days in prayer and devotion. But most live in impoverished conditions on the streets and in dingy rooms. Since poor living conditions often cause a wide range of health ailments, including respiratory infections and chronic conditions, Maitri comes to their rescue through its Project Jeevan.The project aims to:<ul><li>Provide meals leading to improved health and wellbeing</li><li>Make physical and mental health services accessible</li><li>Offer necessary quality aged care and assisted living support</li><li>Increase awareness on and engagement around the struggles of abandoned widow mothers</li></ul><img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/1abfb906-563b-4747-85b8-8af2071a2856.jpg" />Project Jeevan needs your support to help those in need of food, healthcare and well-being. Donate now.“Maitri urgently needs your support to provide food, clothing and healthcare to sustain these widow mothers who are prone to more illnesses as they age,” appeals Winnie.Maitri believes in a woman’s right to dignity in life and death, more so a mother. Our help will enable Maitri to save hundreds of abandoned widows from a life of begging, and restore the respect, dignity, and identity they deserve.

Save abandoned, elderly widow mothers of Vrindavan from begging on streets

For a mother who has spent her entire life loving and raising her child, being beaten and mercilessly thrown out onto the streets by her own son is too heartbreaking to overcome. But this is a common story among the elderly residents of the Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram. “I’ve seen mothers in old and torn clothes, their bodies smelling and their hands and feet rotting and covered in maggots,” shares Dr. G.P. Bhagat, founder of the ashram. These abandoned elderly men and women lay starving on the streets hoping for someone to rescue them from their suffering. But most people walk past them without a second glance. “Like this”, Dr. Bhagat explains, “many elders die on the roads.”Since 2003, SHEOWS (Saint Hardyal Educational and Orphans Welfare Society) has rescued over 10,000 elderly people from the streets and given them a home with care and support. The elderly staying at the ashram have all been abandoned by their families and have nowhere else to live. Your support can give them comfort after their abandonment. Donate now.Donate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Charitable donations to this fundraising campaign are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India). Safe and loving homeFor 20 years, SHEOWS has been providing free shelter, nutritious food three times a day, clothing, medical care, recreation activities and emotional support to abused and disabled elderly people rescued from the streets of Delhi. The Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram has a dedicated rescue team that saves the elderly from the streets and gives them immediate medical care upon their arrival at the home. To tend to the multiple health complications of the seniors, the home has a medical facility with doctors and nurses, a physiotherapy unit, a pathology lab, a digital X-ray monitoring machine and a pharmacy to provide 24-hour care to older adults anytime they require assistance, even during emergencies. Dr. Bhagat prioritizes the health of the seniors and ensures that they receive three balanced meals a day based on their precise health requirements. Need for the fundraiserThe humanitarian mission of SHEOWS is making an impact in the area, as more and more people are being rescued and brought to Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram. To meet the financial costs of running the home, SHEOWS needs support to continue providing the residents with all the facilities that they need. This includes constant care and round-the-clock medical attention, nutritious food and maintaining a hygienic environment to keep the seniors in comfort and good health. Dr. Bhagat explains that as the number of residents is increasing, SHEOWS needs support for food and medicines. “I request you to help these elderly parents lead a peaceful life.”Donate now to help Dr. Bhagat continue caring for the 500 destitute elderly and giving them shelter, food, medical care and the will to carry on living despite their tragic abandonment by their families. Your support will enable SHEOWS to keep serving abandoned senior citizens and help them recover from the trauma of abandonment and life on the streets. “I have been serving these elderly as if they were my own parents”, shares Dr. Bhagat. “I want only one thing - their tears should vanish and they should have a smile on their faces.” To help Dr. Bhagat achieve this dream, your support is critical. Donate now to help SHEOWS care for more abandoned elderly. Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest online donation platform, to support SHEOWS in their mission to rescue the abandoned elderly from the streets and give them shelter, food, medical care, recreational activities and emotional support.

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In the dark and dingy alleys of red light areas, injustice, pain and suffering run rampant. And the worst affected are the children who grow up in red-light areas and are subjected to constant abuse and violence. “The sight of a 12-year-old girl being gang-raped by a group of men near a house l haunts me to this date. I was filled with anguish and resolved to do something,” says Girish Kulkarni who has made it his life’s mission to rescue children from red light areas and give them a safe and secure childhood. In the last 3 decades Girish has saved over 1100 girls from a life of abuse in red-light areas, giving them a loving home, education and medical care. He has further supported over 20,000 children with a better life.Sadly, 250 of the children rescued from abuse and exploitation are HIV positive. The high cost of medication has left Girish struggling for funds. Your support can help him provide these children with the care and upbringing they need. Donate now.Donate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Charitable donations to this fundraising campaign are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India), &amp; 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (USA). A movement to protect vulnerable children“Growing up in Ahmednagar, the experiences I had as a child witnessing the horrors of sex trade defined the path of my life. I had even seen my friend’s 15-year-old sister and 70-year-old grandmother being forced to do sex work for the price of a cup of tea”, recalls Girish. “I started by merely feeding and teaching children of sex workers initially with the intention of giving them some respite from the horrors of life of abuse in red-light areas. Gradually more and more mothers started coming to me and asked me to take their children away, even if it was just for a couple of hours,” he further adds.The work that Girish started in his youth gradually grew to become a movement, with many more joining his cause. His NGO Snehalaya to date has transformed the lives of millions. Girish’s work is crucial for the survival and safety of vulnerable children of sex workers. Snehalaya is almost entirely dependent on donations from the public and your support can strengthen his mission to save children most in need. Donate generously.The horrors of life in red light areas“The cruelty and abuse that children as young as 6 or 7 years of age face is something that I can’t explain in words. Young daughters of sex workers are made to watch their mothers being raped, are brutally assaulted and forced into sex work. No child deserves to grow like this, Girish says in anguish.Sad reality of life for children growing up in red light areas is that they are deprived of even the most basic needs like proper food, safety and education. Moreover, a majority of children rescued by Girish are diagnosed HIV positive. The task of securing medication, providing them quality education and much needed nutrition is one that requires constant support from donors. Moreover, the increase in healthcare cost has left Girish struggling to keep his home for children going. But your support can enable him to give his children a loving environment and save many more who still remain trapped behind closed doors.Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help Snehalaya give hundreds of children rescued from red-light areas a life away from violence and abuse.

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About Udhavum Ullangal:Udhavum Ullangal (UU) was founded in 2000 with an aim to Serve the People in distress at the right time in a right manner. Education : UU strongly believes that Educating Under privileged Children is the right way to empower them and it will lead to a bright future for them. Also, that there are many children who are in need of financial support and not getting the same.  It is important to identify them and extend the support.With this in mind, UU has supported about 19,942 children through out Tamilnadu with an amount of Rs.3.95 crores and it has been given in the form of scholarship and educational aids. UU wants to ensure that the money is used in the best possible way and hence, uses a process to validate the application properly.Its task does not stop after giving the money. UU monitors the students , both at the school and collegiate level, and supports them to successful completion of their studies. There exists a Mentoring process, which enables the Mentor meeting the assigned students periodically , understanding the progress and problem and counseling them appropriately..Besides this, UU also conducts soft skill programs, interview facing techniques, sharing of experience from the Industry seniors etc.. Sincere effort is made to prepare the students to be successful ....UU also assists many children from the Child Labor Rehabilitation Program in Virudhunagar district, in terms of education, mentoring and rehabilitation.Here are some  beneficiaries, whose lives were changed with assistance from Udhavum Ullangal ....Mayakannan was identified from the Child Labour Rehabilitation program and UU supported him for his Engineering studies, which he completed it successfully. UU's mentor counseled him to take up Government exams and he was selected by the Railways. Now he is a Loco Pilot, standing on his own and also a mentor and supporter of UU's programs.Mahalaksmi is the daughter of parents working in a match factory. Udhavum ullangal supported her Engineering Education. During mentoring sessions she expressed her desire to become a Collector. Udhavum Ullangal facilitated it. Subsequently, she successfully completed Group 1 examinations and she has now become a Deputy collector in Tirunelveli district.Skill Development and Women Empowerment : In the Indian Context, another suffering group is that of Women below poverty line, most of whom are not skilled and who find it challenging to make both ends meet. In order to uplift them, the only way is to provide them with skills so that they stand on their own and support their families as well.With the help of a Corporate Sponsor, Udhavum Ullangal has established 4 skill development centres in Chennai, where UU provides training to poor and needy Women. So far we have trained 3400 women in Tailoring , Beautician course and Basic commercial computing skill such as Tally. At any instant, there are about 200 getting trained in these courses. The result of this program is such that , nearly 60 percent of these women get placed by the time they complete their courses or in a position to earn on their own. Health - Fight against Cancer :It has been observed that about 70 percent of those affected by Cancer seek Medical help only when they are in advanced stages (3rd or 4th stage) of Cancer, which makes the treatment more difficult and expensive. Because of poverty, illiteracy and absence of medical facilities, the Cancer afflicted people understand their illness late and seek medical help also late. This situation is prevalent in most of the Developing nations.In this scenario, Dr.Shantha , Chair person of Cancer Institute , Adayar, inspired and encouraged Udhavum Ullangal to engage itself in Creating Awareness and Screening the people in rural areas, Diagnose for Cancer early and help those identified with it, to get treated early so that precious lives of the poor could be saved. Udhavum Ullangal established Nellai Cancer Care Centre (NCCC) in 2012 at Tirunelveli and commenced its program to fight against Cancer. The team comprises of Doctors, Nurses, Assistants and a Program Coordinator with support infra structure such as Mobile van, Cyto pathology laboratory and Patient consulting facilities etc. So far Udhavum Ullangal has conducted nearly 1500 camps and created awareness in nearly 1,42,000 people and screened 37,000 people. It has supported 103 Cancer patients, many of whom are cured and are surviving. An important point here is that UU maintains a High risk registry of nearly 1500 people, whom it monitors closely and follows up with them.In addition, Palliative care to poor patients is being extended with Udhavum Ullangal nurses visiting them at their place of stay and providing required care and treatment. Cancer Hospital : Plans are afoot to establish a Specialty Hospital treating  patients suffering from Cancer and other such diseases as there is a huge need for such a facility. Ten or Five ?? acres of land has been acquired at Chengulam, Tirunelveli. Initial plans are being prepared now.Support during Natural Calamities : India has been suffering with regular frequencies with natural calamities such as Hurricane , Flood, Earth quake and Pandemic now. Udhavum Ullangal has been extending a helping hand and providing support to those affected.Approvals, Recognition  and Certification :Udhavum Ullangal is a Certified NGO by Charity Aid Foundation, Give India and Benevity. Also We have been provided with a Gold star for transparency from Gainstar.

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One woman dies of cervical cancer every 8 minutes in India. We can save the rural women through early detection of cancer.Cancer is curable if detected early. We have spread awareness among 1,00,000 rural women through our Cancer Screening Programs. Facts<ul><li>Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women in India and it accounts for 27% of all cancers in them.</li><li>One in every 28 women is likely to develop breast cancer during her lifetime.</li></ul>Incidences of cancer are expected to rise five-folds by the year 2025. 
 In line with World Health Organisation Cancer Control program we carry out prevention, screening and early diagnosis, treatment and palliative care for our beneficiaries.UdhavumUllangal’s successful partnership with Cancer Institute Adyar for Cancer Control program:UdhavumUllangal has been working on cancer control and prevention for over a decade. It assists the poor cancer patients in treatment and rehabilitation with the help of the Cancer Institute.Dr.Shantha ,Chairman, Adyar Cancer Hospital realized that not much work has been done in the area of spreading awareness and prevention of the disease, which has resulted in patient coming to their hospital at 3rd and 4th stage, missing out the opportunity to save their lives. Furthermore, there were no statistics or registry available for analysis.UdhavumUllangal has undertaken to fulfil her vision by reaching out to the rural Tamil Nadu, educate them, create awareness, screen for potential incidence and support where required.Our team includes-<ul><li>Nurses and Doctors from UdhavumUllangal Public Charitable Trust</li><li>Dr. Gita Jayaram, MDPath, MIAC, FRCPath</li><li>Dr.ArunaChandrasekharan, surgical Oncologist </li><li>MS (GEN SURG), MCH (SURGICAL ONCOLOGY</li></ul>We are mentored by-<ul><li>Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai since 1960</li><li>Dr Rajan Dewar MD Phd - Teaching Hospital of Harvard Medical School </li><li>Krishna Hospital, Tirunelveli</li><li>Mahesh Memorial Trust</li></ul>We are partnered with-<ul><li>Mahesh Memorial Trust</li><li>Cognizant Foundation </li><li>Sundaram Finance</li><li>eNoah isolution India Pvt Ltd</li></ul> 
 <ul><li>AWARENESS : 100,000+ women, till date, have been educated through campaigns covering rural areas south of Tamil Nadu</li><li>SCREENING : 26000+ screening of Oral, Breast &amp; Crevices Cancer - Oral, Breast &amp; Cervical has been achieved with fully equipped cancer screening vans</li><li>LAB : Availability of diagnostics lab for early detection that covers state-of-art lab, advanced screenings, such as colposcopy, USG, mammogram and biopsy</li><li>FOLLOW-UP &amp; TREATMENT : Early detection follow-ups made through interaction with high risk patients, either by call and or on site visit</li></ul>

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Breast cancer incidences and mortality rates are rising in India, with breast cancer being top-ranking cancer in Tirunelveli, constituting 20.4% of cancers in women, followed by that of the cervix (12.3%). However, there is evidence available for the downstaging of breast cancer through improved awareness among women and health workers. In a study, it has been found that breast cancers of stage III and IV can be reduced from 60% (1994) to 35% (1998) by sensitising the community about breast cancer. 
 This project aims to increase awareness about the importance of screening and early detection of breast cancer, by imparting knowledge and skills to conduct clinical breast examination to healthy women between ages 30 to 69 years in the selected blocks of Tirunelveli district. Suspected patients will be identified through household surveys, and the purpose of the visit will be explained to them. The trained female health workers will impart knowledge and awareness and conduct a clinical breast examination of the women in the area. Trained health workers will go to the community and educate the people, conduct clinical breast examination and teach the women an easy self-breast examination technique. The patients who test positive will be referred to the medical officer for further evaluation and confirmation. 	The medical officer will examine the referred patients and will request further investigations for confirmation. The data entry operator will collate and document the patient’s records generate reports for easy monitoring of progress. 
 More than 70% of the cancer cases are diagnosed in the late stages, thus limiting the chances of a cure. The higher mortality rate of breast cancers leads to huge losses to the family and society, both in terms of economy and social burden. The cost of treatment and its related expenses ranges from three to four lakh rupees.However, even after people spending a lot of money, long term survival is not achieved due to the late stages of the disease. Screening through cost-effective methods will ensure anxiety-free life for the women at risk, and enable early diagnosis and increases the chances of survival.

Reducing Breast Cancer Mortality and Morbidity Rate

A vital human right, education plays a key role in human, social, and economic development. However, despite great progress in the last few years, millions of children are still denied their right to education. Access to education has always remained a longed luxury for underprivileged children falling under the category of disabled / disadvantaged, single parent, deserted women and visually impaired parents. The parents are not able to educate their children because of low income and poverty. Students should not be deprived of education due to financial status. To avoid school dropout due to poor financial conditions, Udhavum Ullangal will support the students of schools identified in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chingleput &amp; Virudhunagar Districts with School fees, uniform, textbooks, notebooks, etc.  
 Udhavum Ullangal continues to adopt these children for educational and other essential support till completion of their higher studies. Udhavum Ullangal will support the tuition/hostel fees, uniform, books/notebooks, transport etc. in Chennai, Kancheepuram &amp; Chingleput Districts where dropouts from schools are still higher and comparatively less number of children is pursuing higher education in degree/professional colleges. A holistic mentoring program will be run monthly to help these students on an ongoing basis and track their progress. Attendance record will be obtained from the respective school/colleges.Udhavum Ullangal – ability to support the students not just through scholarship in some cases but also provide meaningful intervention that enhances their ability and skills required to succeed in life; ensure that as a logical culmination of the program to provide career placement support as well. 
 Giving these children access to quality education, will give them a chance to a brighter future. Courses like personality development, soft skills and spoken English classes will be provided to increase their employability and also support them for placements.Education is a powerful agent of change, and improves health and livelihoods, contributes to social stability and drives long-term economic growth. We conduct mentorship program every month to create interest in studies and to monitor the progress of these students in their studies. We Ensure that there is an immediate opportunity when they step out of college for the right job match to their skill and potential.

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Breast cancer incidences and mortality rates are rising in India, with breast cancer being top-ranking cancer in Tirunelveli, constituting 20.4% of cancers in women, followed by that of the cervix (12.3%). However, there is evidence available for the downstaging of breast cancer through improved awareness among women and health workers. In a study, it has been found that breast cancers of stage III and IV can be reduced from 60% (1994) to 35% (1998) by sensitising the community about breast cancer. 
 This project aims to increase awareness about the importance of screening and early detection of breast cancer, by imparting knowledge and skills to conduct clinical breast examination to healthy women between ages 30 to 69 years in the selected blocks of Tirunelveli district. Suspected patients will be identified through household surveys, and the purpose of the visit will be explained to them. The trained female health workers will impart knowledge and awareness and conduct a clinical breast examination of the women in the area. Trained health workers will go to the community and educate the people, conduct clinical breast examination and teach the women an easy self-breast examination technique. The patients who test positive will be referred to the medical officer for further evaluation and confirmation.The medical officer will examine the referred patients and will request further investigations for confirmation. The data entry operator will collate and document the patient’s records generate reports for easy monitoring of progress. 
 More than 70% of the cancer cases are diagnosed in the late stages, thus limiting the chances of a cure. The higher mortality rate of breast cancers leads to huge losses to the family and society, both in terms of economy and social burden. The cost of treatment and its related expenses ranges from three to four lakh rupees.However, even after people spending a lot of money, long term survival is not achieved due to the late stages of the disease. Screening through cost-effective methods will ensure anxiety-free life for the women at risk, and enable early diagnosis and increases the chances of survival.

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Reducing Breast Cancer Mortality and Morbidity Rate

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