Impact Areas
Promoting Inclusivity and Equality by Embracing all Genders
Gender sensitization initiatives in action
Impact Areas
Promoting Inclusivity and Equality by Embracing all Genders
Gender sensitization initiatives in action
The significance of diversity and inclusion goes beyond a simple acknowledgment, it’s a celebration of how every being is unique. United Way Bengaluru conducts gender sensitivity programs to ensure that every individual’s voice, regardless of their gender is heard, respected and valued.
United Way Bengaluru: An NGO undertaking transgender projects
Uplifting the voices of the Transgender community
The transgender community face a lot of discrimination and are sometimes not provided access to basic human rights like medical care and shelter. United Way Bengaluru works on transgender related projects to advocate for the rights of marginalized groups to help them lead a respectful life in a more inclusive society.
As part of our mission, United Way Bengaluru actively supports Self-help Groups (SHGs), to cultivate self-reliance and promote social cohesion among community members.
Impact
2 community toilets constructed for men, women and transgenders
2,500 people benefitted from the community toilets
United Way Bengaluru: The Best NGO training school teachers to handle teenage and puberty-related issues
Equipping teachers to address puberty and teenage related issues
Puberty is a crucial stage of one’s development that is marked by physical and emotional changes. During this period, teenagers are often faced with increased academic and peer pressure. To overcome these challenges, teenagers require guidance and counseling from teachers who adopt a friendly approach, creating a safe space for open communication.
This type of guidance goes beyond traditional methods, helping students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of United Way Bengaluru trains teachers to handle teenage issues related to gender sensitivity.
Impact
2023-2024
3,500 teachers rained as Gendher champions
1.75 lakh children gain awareness on gender sensitivity issues
Uplifting the voices of the Transgender community
The transgender community face a lot of discrimination and are sometimes not provided access to basic human rights like medical care and shelter. United Way Bengaluru works on transgender related projects to advocate for the rights of marginalized groups to help them lead a respectful life in a more inclusive society.
As part of our mission, United Way Bengaluru actively supports Self-help Groups (SHGs), to cultivate self-reliance and promote social cohesion among community members.
Impact
2 community toilets constructed for men, women and transgenders
2,500 people benefitted from the community toilets
Equipping teachers to address puberty and teenage related issues
Puberty is a crucial stage of one’s development that is marked by physical and emotional changes. During this period, teenagers are often faced with increased academic and peer pressure. To overcome these challenges, teenagers require guidance and counseling from teachers who adopt a friendly approach, creating a safe space for open communication.
This type of guidance goes beyond traditional methods, helping students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of United Way Bengaluru trains teachers to handle teenage issues related to gender sensitivity.
