Community outreach program
Mashwara
Mashwara, a key community outreach initiative by Sofia, has been active since 2016, focusing on increasing community access to government schemes for women, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), other backward classes (OBC) and minorities. The program’s primary goal is to connect these communities with government benefits, including tuition fee reimbursement, stationery, scholarships, EWS benefits, pensions, and provide assistance in preparing vital documents like income certificates, bank accounts and Aadhaar cards. Over the past five years, Mashwara has successfully assisted over 46,000 beneficiaries.
School Outreach Program “Parivartan”
Under the Parivartan school outreach program, supported by BSES, Sofia has led rallies and events to engage thousands of students, principals, teachers and community representatives in discussions on social issues like electricity theft. The program also tackles health education, the importance of appropriate interpersonal interactions, and intergenerational bonding.
Legal Aid Clinic
Additionally, Sofia operates a legal aid clinic with the backing of the DSLSA, aiming to provide marginalized communities with access to justice. This includes raising awareness about legal rights and government schemes through community programs.
Community & Group Meetings
Sofia also engages in regular community and group meetings to ensure that schemes and projects are effectively implemented and to gather insights on various community challenges and potential solutions. These gatherings are crucial for gauging the community’s perspective and addressing issues at their root.
