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NGO PROFILE PROFORMA
Name of the NGO MISSION BLESSINGS
Address G-39 Haji Colony Gaffar Manzi Okhla Jamia Nagar, New Delhi – 110025.
Mob 9267960063
Email blessingsinspiredall@gmail.com
Website www.blessingsngo.in
Established in 06/08/2015
Organization Status Non –Governmental Organization
Regional National
Registered Under Act Indian Societies Registration Act
Registration No. 1480
Name of the Chief Functionary Nishat Hashmi, Zaheer Ahmad, Nargis Zaheer Country India
Vision and Mission
Vision Statement:
"To create a brighter future where every child in the slums has access to quality education, and every deserted woman finds empowerment, support, and opportunities to rebuild their lives. We envision a society where every individual, regardless of their background, can achieve their fullest potential and live with dignity."
Mission Statement:
"At Blessings NGO, our mission is to transform the lives of slum students through education and provide a supportive environment where deserted women can regain their independence and self-worth. We are committed to:
- Quality Education: Providing slum students with access to quality education, mentorship, and resources, ensuring they can break the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams.
- Women's Empowerment: Offering comprehensive support to deserted women, including skill development, legal aid, counseling, and advocacy, to help them rebuild their lives with confidence and self-reliance.
- Community Building: Fostering a sense of belonging and community by engaging and uniting people from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that they have the opportunity to uplift each other.
- Awareness and Advocacy: Raising awareness about the importance of education and women's welfare while advocating for policy changes that promote gender equality and equal opportunities.
- Sustainability: Building programs that are sustainable and self-reliant, ensuring our impact lasts for generations to come.
Through our unwavering dedication and the support of our associate members and volunteers, we strive to make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of the underprivileged, working toward a society where everyone is blessed with opportunities, education, and the chance to thrive.
Aims and Objectives
Aims:
- Access to Quality Education: To ensure that every child living in Indian slums has access to quality education and opportunities for personal growth.
- Women's Empowerment: To empower women in slum communities by providing them with the necessary tools, skills, and support to become self-reliant, confident, and independent.
- Poverty Alleviation: To contribute to the reduction of poverty in slum areas by providing education and livelihood opportunities that improve economic well-being.
- Health and Hygiene: To promote health and hygiene awareness and access to healthcare services, especially among vulnerable populations in slums.
- Community Development: To facilitate the overall development of slum communities, creating self-sustaining and harmonious neighborhoods.
- Advocacy and Policy Change: To advocate for policies and programs that address the unique challenges faced by slum residents and impoverished communities in India.
- Gender Equality: To work towards gender equality and women's rights in slum areas, ensuring that women have equal opportunities and a safe, dignified life.
Objectives:
- Educational Access: Provide scholarships, mentorship, and after-school programs to improve educational outcomes for children in slum areas.
- Vocational Training: Offer vocational and skill development programs for youth and women to enhance employability and income generation.
- Health and Hygiene Campaigns: Conduct health awareness campaigns and provide access to healthcare resources, especially for women and children in slums.
- Microfinance and Entrepreneurship: Support women in starting or expanding small businesses through microfinance initiatives and entrepreneurship training.
- Legal Aid and Counseling: Offer legal aid services and counseling for women facing issues related to domestic violence, harassment, or discrimination.
- Community Building: Foster a sense of community and mutual support by organizing community events and forums for residents in slum areas.
- Advocacy and Awareness: Advocate for the rights of slum residents, including access to clean water, sanitation, and basic infrastructure, while raising awareness about their needs.
- Livelihood Improvement: Implement income-generating projects and initiatives to improve the economic status of slum communities.
{With a focus on education, women's welfare, poverty alleviation, health, and community development.}
History
In 2015, Blessings NGO was founded by Nishat Hashmi, who hails from a middle-class family and had overcome various challenges in her own education and career. Her personal experiences inspired her to ensure that the upcoming generation received education and guidance so that they wouldn't have to face similar obstacles. She began by teaching children who were engaged in child labor in her vicinity, gradually imparting education and literacy to them. Over time, more children and women joined her to learn and engage in various small-scale activities.
Initially, her aim was to support those in her immediate community, but as more people joined her efforts, her vision expanded. What started with remedial classes grew into something remarkable over eight years. Blessings NGO won numerous awards and received appreciations during this period, further fueling her determination.
As the founder observed the success of her educated students in various fields, her passion for Blessings NGO deepened. While initially operating in South Delhi, during the COVID-19 pandemic, they extended their reach to provide assistance with ration and medicines to people not only in Delhi but also in areas beyond the city with the help of their dedicated volunteers.
Blessings NGO operates without any specific project or substantial funding. However, the impact they have had so far is commendable. With improved funding, the results may become even more remarkable. Blessings NGO has earned a special place in South Delhi, especially in Okhla, known for its loyalty, professionalism, and the trust it has built within the community. The NGO's activities also include awareness campaigns and significant events, thanks to the support of well-educated individuals who work diligently as volunteers.
Values and Principles
Blessings encourages the following values to be practiced both
at individual and organizational level.
- Honesty
- Transparency and Accountability
- Mutual respect
- Creativity
- Gender sensitiveness
- Cost efficiency
- Participation
- Solidarity
Organization Believes
Blessings NGO firmly believes in the transformative power of education, striving to provide equal opportunities for underprivileged children, especially in slum communities. Their core values of transparency, sustainability, and professionalism guide their actions as they empower individuals to escape the cycle of poverty. Blessings actively engages with the community, ensuring their voices are heard, and advocates for change at both the individual and systemic levels. Through innovative approaches and collaborations, they work tirelessly to create lasting impact and promote a society where equality and inclusion prevail.
Synopsis:
Blessings NGO - Empowering Communities for a Brighter Tomorrow
Projects Undertaken:
Blessings NGO has successfully collaborated with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Delhi, to execute three smaller-scale projects aimed at empowering women through livelihood programs.
Project Diversity:
Blessings NGO has made significant contributions across a spectrum of diverse initiatives. These encompass educational support programs for school dropouts, facilitating the completion of their further studies, empowerment projects tailored to the needs of marginalized women, comprehensive skills training programs culminating in the establishment of small-scale enterprises, as well as extensive counselling services. Our multifaceted engagement extends to providing guidance and mentorship to students and organizations. By actively participating in the community, we strive to guide individuals towards making informed and constructive life choices.
Blessings NGO has also undertaken meaningful endeavours in the realm of environmental conservation. Our commitment to sustainability includes initiatives such as waste management, and promoting eco-friendly practices within the communities we serve. By addressing a wide range of environmental concerns, we aim to foster a harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.
Community Reach:
We have directly impacted the lives of over approx. Two thousands beneficiaries within Delhi through our projects.
Collaborations and Partnerships:
Blessings NGO, while not having undertaken large-scale projects to date, has engaged in numerous smaller collaborations with government agencies and private corporations, as well as educational institutions. We have actively organized workshops, seminars, and community events, contributing to our ongoing commitment to community betterment and social upliftment.
Long-Term Commitment:
Our long-term commitment to social causes and our dedication to sustainable development have made us a trusted and recognized name in the non-profit sector.
Future Endeavors:
As we look to the future, Blessings NGO remains committed to expanding our reach, initiating new projects, and forging new partnerships to create a positive impact on the communities we serve.
We appreciate your attention and cooperation.
Thank you.