From the Heart of Inclusion – A Note from Alina Alam

CEO & Founder, Mitti Café

At Mitti Café, every meal served is a step towards a more inclusive world. What began as a small dream has now touched over 11 million lives—creating platforms for persons with physical, intellectual, and psychiatric disabilities to shine through dignified employment and powerful storytelling.

From being recognized by the President of India with the National Award to serving smiles at the Supreme Court, Rashtrapati Bhawan, and airports across India, our journey has been one of hope, courage, and community.

This recognition—from the UN, UNESCO, NITI Aayog, and being featured in Forbes 30 Under 30—belongs to every hand that has built and supported this movement. With 50+ cafés and countless stories of resilience, we are just getting started.

Thank you for walking with us. Inclusion isn’t charity—it’s change.