SPRJ Kanyashala Trust Mumbai

In 2023, Women for Change commenced its support for 20 young women in Mumbai to commence a bespoke “key talent” program to help them reach their potential.  Women for Change is partnering with a Trust in Mumbai that has been operating since 1924.  The SPRJ Kanyashala Trust aims to improve female literacy and provides subsidised education to worthy underprivileged young women.  Women for Change is working with this local organisation to identify talented young women to participate in a program focused on providing access not only to a University education but also to jobs in sectors where there is a skills shortage or need. 

Key aspects of this program build on the experience that Women for Change has with Kakenya’s Dream and include:

-              Subsidised tuition fees and stipend for selected students studying approved courses in IT, Business, Accounting and Journalism.  These courses offer a pathway to great careers and are highly competitive.

-              Assistance with internship experiences.  In India internships are an important experience that increases the likelihood of selection at a well known organisation.

-              It can be difficult for young women who have only experienced their own village or slum area to understand how to prepare for an interview, how to dress and how to present themselves.  Women for Change provides mentorship and support both locally and from Australia via video conference to facilitate this.