About SHE Program

Sewa International’s SHE (Sanitation, Hygiene, and Empowerment) program is dedicated to uplifting underprivileged women and girls across India. By addressing critical challenges related to sanitation, menstrual hygiene, education, and skill development, SHE ensures a holistic approach to empowerment. The program seeks to create a sustainable impact by improving access to basic hygiene facilities, raising awareness about menstrual health, and providing economic opportunities for women. With a strong foundation in community involvement and donor support, SHE continues to make significant strides in transforming lives.

Our Mission and Vision

Mission:
The SHE program is committed to empowering underprivileged girls and women by improving their access to sanitation, hygiene, education, and skills, enabling them to reach their full potential. By leveraging community and government resources, SHE ensures that girls stay in school and receive quality education, while also equipping women with the tools to achieve financial independence.

Vision:
To drive holistic development through education, health, and skill-building programs, ensuring that women and girls have the dignity, knowledge, and opportunities they need to lead empowered lives.

Our Pillar Programs

1. Sanitation:
   • Construction of new toilets in schools and communities.
   • Renovation of non-functional toilets.
   • Provision of clean water and handwashing stations.
2. Menstrual Hygiene:
   • Awareness sessions on menstrual health for adolescent girls.
   • Distribution of reusable cloth sanitary napkins.
   • Breaking taboos surrounding menstruation to promote open conversations.
3. Health & Empowerment:
   • Yoga and self-defense training in schools.
   • Health camps and personality development sessions.
4. Skill Development:
   • Vocational training and entrepreneurship programs for women.
   • Job placement assistance and self-employment support.

Program Journey

Since its inception in 2016, the SHE program has continuously expanded its outreach and impact across multiple states in India.

• 2016 – 2021: Constructed 570 toilets, benefiting over 58,000 people across 6 states, with key focus areas in Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Arunachal Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
• 2022 – 2023: Expanded to 11 states, including new regions like Tripura, Manipur, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand. Built 338 additional toilets and reached over 40,000 students. Empowered 2,000+ underprivileged women through skill training.
• 2024 – Present: Program outreach expanded to 18 states with a focus on Jammu, Northeast India, and bordering regions. Constructed 174 toilets, benefiting 26,803+ individuals and empowering 1,975+ women.

Our Overall Program Impact

• 1,082+ toilets constructed in schools and rural communities.
• 54,500+ adolescent girls benefited from menstrual hygiene programs.
• 4,900+ women trained in skill development programs.
• 5000 girls received workshops in Yoga and Self defense traning
• Expanding to 18 states with a growing network of donors and volunteers.
• Partnering with corporations, community organizations, and government initiatives to scale impact.

How Can You Help?

• Join as a Volunteer: Participate in SHE initiatives, awareness campaigns, and outreach programs.
• Donate: Support infrastructure development, menstrual hygiene initiatives, and skill-building projects.
• Partner with Us: Collaborate as a corporate donor, grant provider, or local partner to expand our impact.
• Spread Awareness: Advocate for SHE’s mission by sharing information and engaging with our programs on social media.

By contributing to SHE, you are helping create a future where women and girls can live with dignity, confidence, and independence. 

#Together, we can empower lives and build stronger communities!

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Ongoing Campaign

Donate For SHE-CAF Campaign 2022

Thousands of women and adolescent girls in remote villages in India need access to toilets in their homes and at schools. Many teenage girls drop out of school due to a lack of sanitation facilities. Sewa, through its Sanitation, Hygiene, and Empowerment Project for the Girl Child (SHE) program, is building school toilets. Educating children on sanitation and hygiene and providing reusable Sanitary Napkins has also been a part of the SHE initiative.

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