Ashana Trust
Works for socio-economic, educational, legal, political empowerment of Muslim women by generating awareness for their rights
- Bronze Certified 2023
- FCRA
About
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Headquarters
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Since
2010
The Ashana Trust aims to create an environment that is supportive of Muslim women, even as it envisions a society in which all women, regardless of th Read moreeir social status, are free from fear and hunger. It works: To strive for Muslim women's social, economic, educational, legal, and political empowerment. To push for legislative modifications on matters about Muslim women Holding educational programmes about their constitutional rights Organising initiatives to advance their leadership Offering all women legal assistance and educating them about their legal rights Giving female leaders access to government initiatives and programmes Supervising state institutions such as pharmacies, medical facilities, educational institutions, and other public facilities Building an empowered Muslim women's network that combats patriarchy wherever it is
Cause Area
Impact
The Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan, or BMMA, has received administrative support from the Ashana Trust. Among its accomplishments are: · After a 12-year campaign, the triple divorce law was successfully passed. Obtained a ruling from the Supreme Court allowing women to enter Haji Ali Dargah · Trained fifteen women to become qazis. · Taught thousands of Muslims about their rights in law · Trained Muslim women to take the lead on all socio-economic and legal matters. · Established Sehr and Udaan Groups to empower Muslim youth with self-assurance
Programs
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Legal Aid & Campaigns
Not only do we assist Muslim women in court, but we also offer support to any women in need. We visit homes, provide family counselling, go with women to the police station, and other activities. The main focus of Ashana Trust's activities through BMMA is advocating for changes to Muslim family law.
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Health
Conducts Health Camps & Sexual Awareness
Health camps are held frequently. Training on sexual and reproductive health is provided to young women. Government-run medical facilities are under observation
Leadership Team
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Lia Caldeira
Secretary
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Dr. Noorjehan Safia Niaz
Trustee
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Mr. Shailesh Pandey
Trustee
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
6-20
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AACTA8344B
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Registration ID
E-26799 (Mumbai)
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VO ID / Darpan ID
MH/2017/0166441
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FCRA
083781421
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust