1. Program Overview
Saheli is Sewa Bhav Foundation’s dedicated initiative to empower women socially, emotionally, legally and economically.
Our goal:
“Every woman should know her rights, her voice and her strength.”
Saheli is designed to respond to the diverse social, legal, digital and economic challenges that women and girls may experience in different communities.
Key areas of concern may include:
- Early marriage
- Domestic violence
- Dowry-related concerns
- Limited legal awareness
- Social and family restrictions
- Limited digital skills
- Lack of confidence
- Economic dependency
2. Program Modules
A. Legal Rights Awareness
- Domestic Violence Act
- Dowry Prohibition Act
- PCPNDT Act
- Police & legal support systems
- Understanding complaint and reporting procedures
- Rights during marriage
- Rights during separation
- Protection orders
- Women helplines
B. Digital Literacy for Women
- Mobile skills
- Online safety
- Basic financial apps
- Digital payments
- Cyber fraud prevention
C. Financial Literacy
- Saving practices
- Budgeting
- Banking awareness
- Basic banking and account services
- Insurance basics
- Government schemes
D. Emotional Strength & Confidence Building
- Self-worth & identity
- Communication skills
- Anger/stress management
- Assertiveness training
- Building confidence in decision-making and communication
E. Skill Development (Basic)
- Basic computer usage
- Communication basics
- Presentation confidence
- Public speaking
- Basic livelihood and employability skills, where applicable
F. Menstrual Health & Hygiene Awareness
- Menstrual hygiene management
- Addressing myths and taboos
- Age-appropriate school and community awareness sessions
3. Our Approach
Saheli uses a practical, inclusive and awareness-focused approach to women’s empowerment. The program combines legal literacy, digital and financial awareness, emotional wellbeing and confidence-building to help women make informed decisions and access appropriate support.
- Rights-Based Awareness – Helping women understand their rights, responsibilities and available support systems.
- Practical Learning – Using simple examples, discussions and activities to make learning relevant to everyday life.
- Confidence Building – Encouraging communication, decision-making and self-advocacy.
- Digital & Financial Inclusion – Building awareness of digital tools, online safety and basic financial practices.
- Community Engagement – Working with women, girls, families, SHGs and community stakeholders.
- Safe Referral & Support – Guiding participants towards appropriate support services where required.
4. Target Groups
- Adolescent girls
- Women in communities
- Housewives
- Working women
- College and university students
- Women self-help groups (SHGs)
- Women from vulnerable and underserved communities
5. Program Outcomes
- Greater awareness of rights and available protections
- Improved confidence and communication
- Better understanding of legal and support systems
- Greater awareness of emotional wellbeing
- Improved digital safety awareness
- Foundation for financial awareness and independence
- Greater ability to identify risks and seek appropriate support
- Increased awareness of dignity, equality and inclusion
6. Program Format
- Workshops
- Masterclasses
- Support circles
- Interactive role-plays
- Legal awareness camps
- Emotional wellbeing sessions
7. CSR Scope
Companies can support:
- Women’s empowerment and awareness programs
- Digital literacy for women
- Legal awareness drives
- Menstrual hygiene initiatives
- Digital, livelihood and employability skill-building programs
CSR Partnership Deliverables:
- Program documentation
- Attendance records
- Photographs/videos, where appropriate
- Impact reports
- Utilization Certificate (UC), where applicable