DriverBen 2.48

It all started with a brochure of Azad Foundation which caught our eye! We can do this in our city. Its much needed, we thought! Driving a car not only gives a dignified livelihood to the women, it also increases their mobility, exposure and confidence to deal with the real world. Most women have always been kept limited to “easier” occupations like stitching and beauty parlor, something for which they don’t have to move out of “safe” homes. Afterall, “they can’t do skilled or physically exhausting work” is what is believed. We wanted to challenge these stereotypes and also we believe that more women on streets means safer environment! Its much more than just a skills training or livelihood empowerment! Its a revolutionary step.

It is a joint initiative of Janvikas & Azad Foundation