She Wants To Uplift The Poor And Underprivileged, Dr. Nambiar Needs Your Support To Fulfil Her Dreams

“My mother has been my pillar of strength. She gave me the courage to persevere and the first transgender person in India to receive a PhD in mental health. Since then my only focus has been to uplift those who have no one by their side.” - Dr. Yoga Nambiar, Founder, Global Rights Foundation (GRF).

The world can’t ignore you when you’re aware of your rights and entitlements  

“The struggle and the suffering of the trans community are not unknown to anyone. Yet, to this day, they are one of the most underprivileged and marginalised sections in society. While I have been lucky enough to have the support of my parents all through my journey, I resolved to help many more from the community who have never felt supported and loved.The world can’t ignore you when you’re aware of your rights and entitlements.”

Founded in 2012 in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, the Foundation advocates for transgender rights and dignity. Under GRF, she has conducted several activities, including s*xual and reproductive health programs, and trans rights awareness programs. The organization has been a constant source of support for the trans community by helping them start their own bank accounts and make their Aadhaar cards.

While GRF started off working for the trans community, it soon realised the need to expand its scope to include other marginalised groups such as female s*x workers and HIV-positive mothers and children. Their dedication and hard work have given 7500+ trans people, 3500 HIV+ individuals, and thousands of migrant workers a new ray of hope.

During the pandemic, Dr. Nambiar saw countless underprivileged and needy souls suffer without proper food. That was what inspired her to start the Lalitha Bhawan community kitchen which would provide meals to the hungry and poor. Lalitha Bhawan aims to be a place which provides a clean eating space, a washing space, affordable daily meals and an opportunity to be informed about government social security facilities and other philanthropic activities. The day-to-day operations, administration, and functioning of the Bhavan are taken care of by the trans community.

“It started off as an initiative during the pandemic but seeing the impact we were able to create, we decided to continue. We have been feeding 1000+ people on a daily basis and giving around 40 HIV+ individuals with dry ration. We want to do so much more but we need your help for that.” 

Donate to support the trans community  

The transgenders, the s*x workers, their children and those suffering from HIV/AIDS are at the receiving end of discrimination and stigma all through their lives. GRF believes that they deserve better - the organisation is fighting for their rights and their basic necessities. You can join hands with them to give countless people a better life. Donate groceries and construction materials and make a difference today. 

About the NGO: Founded by Dr. Yoga Nambiar in 2012 in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, the Global Rights Foundation is working hard for the upliftment of the marginalized and oppressed. They need your help to give the people from the trans community, the slum dwellers, and the s*x workers a better life.