Category Archives: Asha Students

In the narrow, overcrowded lanes of Seelampur slum in North Delhi, 16-year-old Anisa’s story unfolds—a story woven with hardship, and an unbreakable spirit. Anisa's father came to Delhi many years ago from a tiny village in Uttar Pradesh. Forced to leave his home after being thrown out by his own mother due to constant family…

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…

In the heart of Tigri’s slum, where narrow alleys echo with the hum of daily survival, 18-year-old Heena dared to dream. A dream that seemed too distant, too fragile against the weight of reality. Her parents, migrants from Uttar Pradesh, had seen too much of the world’s cruelty—stories of crimes against women, whispers of shame…

Fazia from the Seelampur slum community has arrived in Sydney after an incredible 6-year journey of perseverance and growth. The past 18 months were especially challenging, with intense IELTS preparation, course selection, and coordination with Sydney University. Coming from a conservative family and overcoming a life of unimaginable poverty, Fazia's achievement is nothing short of…