Hope Kolkata Foundation

HOPE Kolkata Foundation is working tirelessly to safeguard and nurture vulnerable children. The vision emphasizes a world where children never experience harm. The strategic objectives include upholding children's rights, fostering healthy and secure living environments, empowering women through social and economic development, and supporting local institutions with capacity building. It actively promotes a rights-based approach to development, striving for a society that breaks the cycle of deprivation.

Major Interventions:

Protection Programme is a comprehensive initiative that includes Residential Child Care Centres and the Outreach Protection Programme. These centres provide nurturing environments focusing on the well-being of vulnerable children, ensuring their rights to education, protection, and healthcare. The Outreach Protection Programme builds community capacity and supports stakeholders to create a robust safety net for children. It also includes specialized homes offering integrated care and rehabilitation for children in need and fight against substance addiction.

Education Programme focuses on early childhood development and primary education. It also supports children with special needs, providing an inclusive learning environment. Key initiatives include addressing learning gaps and offering various therapies for developmental challenges. The Naaboasha Project supports children in dire conditions, while Education on Wheels brings learning directly to slum-dwelling children. The Girl Empowerment initiative focuses on building foundational academic skills for young girls.

Health Programme emphasizes promoting good health and well-being. Hope Hospital provides essential healthcare services, including diagnostic tests and various medical departments. The Chitpur Community Clinic offers primary healthcare services to the community. The Mobile Dental Clinic increases access to dental care for underprivileged communities, and the Night Round Mobile Medical Unit delivers healthcare to street-connected individuals. The Blindness Eradication Programme works to restore vision and promote eye health.

Livelihood Programme empowers disadvantaged youth for employment and independent living. It provides vocational training through initiatives like the HOPE Café Unit, which offers hospitality skills, the Beautician and Hairstyling Unit, and the Computer Skills Development Unit. The Tailoring Unit equips individuals with garment construction skills, enhancing employability.