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Supporting the overlooked: Our collaboration with Disha to reach marginalized communities

How targeted interventions are helping underserved populations gain access to essential services

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When communities fall through the cracks of government welfare schemes and mainstream development programs, targeted interventions become essential. This is where our partnership with Disha Foundation has made a significant difference.

Working across urban slums and remote rural areas, Disha has developed innovative methods to identify and support the most vulnerable populations, ensuring they receive essential services in health, education, and livelihood development.

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A Disha community health worker conducting awareness sessions in Rajasthan / Photo by Disha Foundation

              True inclusion means ensuring that no voice goes unheard and no need goes unmet, especially for those society often forgets.

Sunita Krishnan, Disha Foundation

Our collaborative approach involves extensive community mapping to identify the most vulnerable individuals and families, followed by tailored interventions that address their specific needs. This model has proven particularly effective in reaching communities that traditional outreach methods miss.

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