This #TeachersDay, we honour the quiet warriors who shaped dreams, lit hope, and walked beside our adolescents. To those who saw potential when others saw problems, you are the reason change feels possible. Thank you for teaching beyond lessons. #Milaan#NGO#equality
From a shy girl in Bhopal to a confident professional, Priya’s journey shows the power of finding your voice. Today, she works as a writer & video editor, building the life she once thought was out of reach. #GirlIcon#Milaan#AlumniStory#GirlsLead
With WYSA, Girl Icons & Saathi Leaders held powerful conversations on mental well-being—sharing insights, breaking stigma & speaking freely. Their voices showed how openness can transform communities’ approach to mental health. 💜
#GirlIcons#SaathiLeaders
In Sitapur, the spirit of Jan Chaupal shone bright. District leaders embraced Unmukt, supporting a platform where young voices lead. In Shahbajpur, children’s safety demands were heard, and action promised. Change begins when youth are listened to.
#Unmukt
The grounds of Reusa & Sidhauli lit up on #NationalSportsDay as Unmukt adolescents played kabaddi, kho-kho & football. Beyond cheers & dust, they found confidence, teamwork & courage — lessons that will stay long after the matches ended. 🌟
#UnmuktAdolescents#SportsDay
From a small village in Karnataka to pursuing her dream in the medical field, her journey shows what happens when girls are given the chance to lead.
The #GirlIcon Program helped her find her voice, excel in studies & believe she is capable.
#GirlsLeadChange#Milaan
On #WomensEqualityDay, adolescents from our Unmukt program in Sidhauli came together with parents to reflect on equality. From Dadi Ji’s powerful story to children’s posters on women’s rights, the day echoed a shared promise of freedom, respect & equal opportunities.
From skipping sessions to leading them, Shivani’s journey with Unmukt is inspiring. Once hesitant, she now motivates girls, leads self-defense trainings, raises her voice in Jan Chaupal meetings, and guides women’s groups as a Samuh Sakhi. #GirlsLead
Over 100 girls from the Girl Up Club at Swarachna School used art to speak out on child marriage and its impact on education, health & wellbeing. With Unmukt Champions sharing their journeys, the workshop became a space of courage & creativity. Thanks to @mundocooperante.
From restrictions that kept her indoors to paying her own fees & mentoring others, Anamika’s journey as a #GirlIcon shows what courage looks like. With support from the #UGOScholarship & #GlobalGirlProject, she’s shaping a future where every girl can lead.
#Milaan
A proud milestone! With Batch 1 concluding in Madhya Pradesh, 508 Girl Icons graduated, taking the total to 1244 graduates across UP, MP & Karnataka. The event was a success as girls shared their journeys & were inspired to dream bigger. #GirlIconProgram#GraduationDay#Milaan
When Unmukt reached Hardoiya, Gram Pradhan Buddh Prakash Ji turned Ambedkar Park into a safe space for adolescents, with colors, books, play, and hope. He shows us that real change begins when leaders invest in their children’s future. 💜🌱
#Unmukt#CommunityLeadership
UPCEG membership for 2025 is now open! NGOs working on adolescent girls’ rights in any of UP’s 75 districts can apply by emailing [email protected] with org details. Selection will be based on eligibility. Let’s build a stronger network for girls’ rights. #UPCEG
This #IndependenceDay, as the #tricolour rose, so did the voices of young people sharing what #freedom means to them, from living without fear to having equal #opportunities & #education. A reminder that independence is a daily commitment to dignity & equality for all.
18 Milaan alumni joined a 3-month leadership program with Global Girl Project. From building confidence to leading clean-up drives, they turned learning into action. Now, they’re creating lasting change in their communities. #GirlsLeadChange#GirlIcons
From a small village to a leader mentoring others, Jyoti’s journey shows how opportunity and determination can change lives. She became the first Girl Icon from her community, earned her own way through college, and now inspires the next generation of changemakers. #GirlsLead
From a small village to a leader mentoring others, Jyoti’s journey shows how opportunity and determination can change lives. She became the first Girl Icon from her community, earned her own way through college, and now inspires the next generation of changemakers. #GirlsLead
“Leadership is taking the right action at the right time,” Komal said on #InternationalYouthDay. In Hardoiya & Kabran, 120 youth & 30 parents shared honest talks on mental health, jobs & equality, leaving with one pledge: be the change now. #YouthLeadership#YouthVoices
Rain, mud, and early dawns couldn’t stop 2,000+ kids across 75 villages from showing up and showing out. From sack races to handball, girls and boys ran, fell, rose again. In Sidhauli, they didn’t just play — they made a statement. Their time is now.
#YouthPower#SportsForAll