Milaan Foundation

Milaan Foundation and Feeding India are teaming up to provide nutritious meals to girls at Swaracha Hostel! This collaboration ensures that these young girls receive the essential nutrition they need, empowering them to focus on their education and dreams without the worry of hunger. By providing daily nutritious meals, we are not only addressing hunger but also supporting their cognitive development and overall health. In many rural areas, children often face challenges that hinder their education and growth. Our initiative aims to bridge this gap by ensuring that girls at Swaracha Hostel have access to healthy meals, thereby improving their school attendance and performance. We are making a significant impact, one meal at a time, and creating a brighter future for these girls. #MilaanFoundation #FeedingIndia #NourishToFlourish #EmpowerThroughNutrition #EndHunger #RuralEducation

Just a few days ago, we wrapped up an inspiring virtual discussion with 5 CORE members of the UPCEG network to brainstorm plans for 2024-25! UPCEG, a coalition of community-based organizations, collectively learns, shares, collaborates, and advocates for girls’ rights in Uttar Pradesh to accelerate progress in improving gender indicators in the state. UPCEG works closely with 30 civil society organizations across 28 districts to address systemic and normative inequalities impacting adolescent girls in marginalized communities. Our passionate team dived into crucial Advocacy asks focusing on health & nutrition, skill building, and protecting adolescent girls. Together, we revisited roles, responsibilities, and even got valuable input on our upcoming State Level Workshop agenda. A big shoutout to our amazing CORE Group members for their dedication and insights! #Milaan #MilaanFoundation #NGO #UPCEG #Advocacy #YouthEmpowerment #HealthAndNutrition #SkillBuilding #GirlsProtection Ministry of Women & Child Development MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

we're proud to amplify this message of breaking stereotypes through our Unmukt program. In rural communities, we’re making waves by conducting mixed-gender sports activities where girls shine and challenge traditional gender norms. It’s amazing to see the excitement and confidence as they excel on the field, proving that strength and skill know no gender! But that’s not all! Our sessions for adolescent boys are equally transformative. By educating them about menstruation and the importance of sharing household chores, we’re fostering a new generation of empathetic and supportive young men. These activities are fun but also they’re a movement for equality and respect. We’re building a future where everyone can be themselves and break free from old-school stereotypes.

We at Milaan love what we do, so it’s always a joy to get to share our work with others! Here, Associate Director of Programs Javed Abbas leads a session about #Milaan and its work on the #SustainableDevelopmentGoals for a group of American students at the American Institute of Indian Studies (AIIS) studying Urdu via the U.S. Department of State’s Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program. In this session, Javed discussed the manifold challenges (and the even sweeter rewards) of working with adolescent girls, the importance of building an ecosystem in which girls can thrive through community and family engagement, and the crucial need for cross-sectoral collaboration.

We're thrilled to share Even Cargo's latest campaign for July and August! it focuses on empowering women to break barriers and enter meaningful careers in logistics and other non-traditional fields. join us in supporting this initiative to create a more inclusive workforce and open up new opportunities for women. spread the word and make a difference.

What an incredible day it was! The KalaSeva event turned out to be a wonderful success, and we are so grateful for the donations we received. Special thanks to Prarthana Shyam and Karen Punneckal for their amazing dance performances and to Mrs. Roopa for her beautiful music. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to making this event so special. Your generosity and love are what make such magical moments possible. #Gratitude #SuccessfulEvent #CommunityLove #NGO #MilaanFoundation

At 19 Ruchi, left her village to pursue her cricket dreams in the city. Juggling a job at a departmental store by day and intense practice by night, her determination led her to state-level success, inspiring her community. Ruchi, who became a part of Milaan in 2016, bagged numerous medals in Cricket, Kabaddi, and Hockey at the national level, Ruchi is a true champion. She aspires to represent the Indian Women's Cricket team and serve as a role model for millions of women and girls across the country. We are so proud of her! #SakshamNaariKaSafar

We are thrilled to welcome Kendra Nicolai to the Milaan USA team as our new Program Officer! With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kendra has dedicated her career to youth development and gender issues. Starting her journey as a social worker, Kendra has learned that empathy, trust, and curiosity are the keys to fostering positive relationships within a nonprofit and creating an environment for systemic change. She is passionate about ensuring that girls and young women worldwide have every opportunity to choose their own destiny. Welcome to the team, Kendra! #EmpoweringWomen #YouthDevelopment #GenderEquality #NonprofitSector #MilaanFoundation #WelcomeKendra #SocialImpact #GirlsEmpowerment #CommunityBuilding

We are thrilled to announce that Arti Yadav, Priya Rajpoot, and Palak Rathaur have been selected for the prestigious The Smart Fellowship by Nimaya Foundation! The grand launch event was absolutely amazing, and we couldn't be prouder of our girls who received this incredible opportunity through Milaan's Girl Icon alumni network. A huge shoutout to Navya Naveli Nanda, India's foremost voice on gender equality, and Samyak Chakrabarty, one of Forbes Asia's Most Influential Social Entrepreneurs, for co-founding this impactful initiative. The Smart Fellowship is set to empower and inspire young women, and we can't wait to see the incredible journeys ahead for Arti, Priya, and Palak! #SmartFellowship #MilaanGirlIcon #NimayaFoundation #Empowerment #GenderEquality #ProudMoment The Better India Hindustan Times The Quint The Times Of India ZEE News LiveMint

 Boys and men, it's time to stand up for change! Milaan Foundation is proud to participate in the #DeMANdJustice campaign alongside our partner Girl Rising. Amit, Program Coordinator at Unmukt, passionately advocates for girls' right to education—a critical step in combating early marriages that deprive girls of their potential. In rural India, many girls are forced into marriage and withdrawn from school prematurely. Let's rewrite this story together. We stand with the campaign to empower girls and challenge harmful norms. Calling all male allies to join us in this movement. Together, we can ensure every girl has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Join us and amplify this vital cause! #StandWithGirls #GirlsRights #EducationForAll Apurva Vurity Richa Hingorani