Category Archives: 2025

Guided by Hope: How Asha Helped Laxmi Prepare for College

Laxmi, a bright and determined 16-year-old girl from the Tigri slum community, dreams of becoming a teacher and inspiring generations to come. Despite overwhelming hardships, she has never given up on her dreams. Her father worked as a housekeeping staff earning just ₹10,000 a month (116.77 USD), most of which was sadly lost to alcoholism. In…
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An Evening of Inspiration: Asha Australia’s Fundraising Dinner in Melbourne

A wonderful fundraising dinner was hosted in Melbourne by the Asha Australia Board, bringing together an inspiring gathering of supporters. Among the esteemed guests were former Governor of Victoria, Alex Chernov, and his wife Elizabeth, along with friends of our Chair, Robert Johanson. The evening also welcomed board member Richard Leder, Professors Jim McCluskey and…
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A Ray of Hope: Aliya’s Story of Resilience and Asha’s Support

Aliya's life has been marked by a series of challenges that began at a very young age. At just three years old, her parents divorced, and she was left in the care of her grandmother, Rihana in Chanderpuri slum community. The pain of separation shaped Aliya's childhood, leaving her emotionally scarred. Her mother remarried, but…
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Seema’s Story: Empowering Women, Changing Lives

Seema and her husband moved to Delhi from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, after their marriage. For the past 20 years, they have lived in the Jeewan Nagar slum community with their two children. Initially, Seema had no knowledge of Asha, but she observed how women in her neighborhood gained confidence and independence through Asha’s programs. Though…
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