Our Journey: Empowering Communities, One Step at a Time
2019 – The Beginning of Our Journey
Karyashala Foundation was established in August 2019 with a mission to empower women and unskilled individuals. We launched our first skill‑development workshop in October 2019 in Gurugram, offering training in sewing, embroidery, housekeeping, knitting, crochet, and jewellery making. What began as year‑long courses has now evolved into focused 1–1.5 month programs to ensure better participation and retention.
2020 – Expanding Community Support
In March 2020, we organized our first free health camp, a service we now conduct 2–3 times a year. Around the same time, we began donating school books and storybooks to children, opened Gurgaon's first "Community Library" and have made a continuous effort that runs throughout the year. By July 2020, we launched our first online seminar series to help educated women leverage social media for personal and professional growth—now a quarterly initiative.
2021 – Building Sustainable Livelihoods
November 2021 marked the launch of our sustainable livelihood program, training women in eco‑friendly crafts and products. The first six‑month program was conducted in Bagpat district, Uttar Pradesh, in collaboration with local authorities. Today, this initiative continues at our Gurgaon center.
2022 – Awareness & Environmental Action
In April 2022, we began a waste‑management awareness campaign with three government schools, visiting them on alternate months. Later, in August 2022, we hosted our first plantation drive, planting over 500 saplings—an activity we continue annually whenever possible.
2023 – Strengthening Financial Independence
March 2023 saw the launch of our first community development project focused on financial literacy for women. This program has since become a regular part of our efforts to support women’s economic empowerment.
2024 – Education for Every Child
In March 2024, we began teaching children of migrant workers aged 6–12 who are unable to attend government schools due to domicile restrictions. This initiative ensures that every child, regardless of background, receives access to foundational education.
(Image: Our first skill-development workshop in October 2019 in Gurugram, offering training in Tailoring.)
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Our Team: The People Behind the Change.
Swati Jain
Anussha Jain
Anussha Jain
Founder & Director
Visionary leader, social entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s empowerment. She has built communities and initiatives that transform lives through skill development and education.
Anussha Jain
Anussha Jain
Anussha Jain
Director
A dedicated change-maker. She has lead workshops and CSR initiatives to empower women and communities. With a blend of entrepreneurial insight and compassion, she inspires women to discover their potential and achieve their dreams.