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🌟 Meet Poonam

🌟 Meet Poonam Parmar: A Beacon of Strength and Resilience 🌟

From facing ridicule to embracing her true self, Poonam's journey with Kadam Education Initiative has been nothing short of inspiring. Born and raised in the bustling city of Ahmedabad, Poonam encountered numerous challenges from a young age. Losing her father in the 3rd standard, she shouldered responsibilities alongside her resilient mother,

In 2016, Poonam's life took a transformative turn when she crossed paths with Kadam. With the guidance of dedicated counselors and the unwavering support of her community, she found solace and strength within the Kadam Resource Centre. From overcoming fears to advocating for gender equality, Poonam's journey is a testament to the power of education and empowerment.

Through Kadam, Poonam discovered her passion for learning and self-discovery. She delved into topics like menstrual hygiene, healthy habits, and confronting societal norms. With newfound confidence, she pursued her education relentlessly, eventually securing admission to Swaminarayan College, Maninagar, where she excelled academically despite battling moments of self-doubt and depression.

Amidst the trials of the pandemic, Poonam stood resilient, supporting her family while continuing her pursuit of knowledge. At the moment, Poonam is taking a course to learn Tally. While she's learning, she's also trying to decide whether she should keep studying or start working.

As Poonam contemplates her next chapter, one thing is certain: whatever path she chooses, she'll continue to shine as a beacon of resilience and determination, inspiring others to reach for their dreams and embrace the power of education

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KEI is an integral programme of the Centre for Development (CfD - https://www.cfdngo.org/), which was founded as a child-centric organization in 1996 by Meera Malek. Her work in the underprivileged urban communities in Ahmedabad commenced as an initiative to end child labour; the young activist learned the complexity of the situation. CfD started addressing the basic causes that led to child labour; the struggle of the households to make two ends meet; lack of education and deprivation of the advantages that education might have provided in their lives.

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Vision: Education for Each and Everyone. Mission: Quality education for adolescent girls. Motto: Facilitate requisites to build opportunities for a better tomorrow

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AAATC3988K

F/5 Banas Apartment, Opposite Congress Bhavan, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380006, Ahmedabad

Gujarat , India, 380006

Causes Supported

Society and Communities
Children and Youth Development
Schools and Education