Nishtha
Empowers girls and women by fighting for their equal rights and opportunities through multiple programmes on education, empowerment, economic stability and leadership
- Bronze Certified 2023
- FCRA
- 80G
- 12A
Cause Area
Financials
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2019
Total IncomeRs.35,808,016Total ExpensesRs.33,627,737Non Program ExpensesRs.9,088,210Program ExpensesRs.24,539,527Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it.
Geographies Served
Programs
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Educating Girls Programme
District
South 24 Parganas
States
West Bengal
Nishtha provides education support to girls in rural Bengal, including fees, menstrual supplies, health and hygiene, and additional skills such as computer and English language skills. The programme is a continuous process that supports girls during crucial years of their schooling, helping them to overcome obstacles and continue their education.
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Building Collectives Programme
District
South 24 Parganas
States
West Bengal
Its Collectives programme provides a safe space for young people to explore themselves and establish their rights. It builds team spirit, gender equality, advocacy skills and strengthens community relationships. Young girls and women facing discrimination and violence are empowered to become changemakers and supervisors. The programme aims to positively impact social issues and bring opportunities back to the community.
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Empowering Girls and Women
District
South 24 Parganas
States
West Bengal
Nishtha empowers girls and women in villages through education, information, and all-round support. It provides awareness on gender concepts, legal provisions, and sexual and reproductive health and rights. It also works towards breaking age-old norms and practices related to sexuality, menstruation, and contraception. Through campaigns and forums, it creates awareness about the larger international scenario of women's rights.
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Enabling Economic Independence
District
South 24 Parganas
States
West Bengal
Nishtha's economic independence programme for women aims to expand their capacity for making frank choices through full and equal participation in all spheres of life. Women are trained to become small entrepreneurs by saving their own funds, with each group having elected officials and group accounts. Savings are used to ensure education and capacity-building for their children and themselves.
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Developing Future Leaders Programme
District
South 24 Parganas
States
West Bengal
It prepares young people for adulthood by promoting skills and youth leadership. Future leaders are identified and groomed through extensive training, equipped with skills such as problem-solving, creative thinking, teamwork, facilitation, and communication. The Youth Federation, comprising elected members, works on an annual action plan to address rights violations across villages.
Impact Metrics
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Prevented Child Marriages
Year-wise Metrics- 2017-18 95
- 2018-19 81
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People Reached to Generate Awareness on Violence Against Women
Year-wise Metrics- 2017-18 50000
- 2018-19 35000
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAAAN0752F
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Registration Number
S/41821
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CSR Form 1
Not Available
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80G
AAAAN0752FF20206
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12A
AAAAN0752FE20206
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FCRA
147110101
About
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Headquarters
Kolkata, West Bengal
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Since
1975
Impact
Nishtha has impacted 8152 Girls, 8920 Women, 720 Adolescent / Youth Groups, 820 Mahila Mandals, 1140 Women Farmers, 360 Male Farmers and 3000 people Indirectly.
Vision and Mission
Nishtha's vision is to build a discrimination-free just world where every woman will get equal opportunity, equal rights and equal dignity. Its mission is to empower rural women and girls to fight for their rights and live with dignity.
Political & Religious Declarations
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Political Affiliation
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Religious Affiliation
Location
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Offices in Cities
Other Details
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Type
Non-profit
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Sub Type
Society
Website
Technology Adoption
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SOC 2 Compliant
No
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Financial Management
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Beneficiary Management