Improved Care and Protection of Girl Children

                              Dream Comes True: The Inspirational Journey of Ritu

 Ritu came to SBT in 2002. Her family was facing a severe economic crisis, and her mother was no longer able to care for her children. In their time of need, they came into contact with one of the SBT contact points. Following a CWC order, Ritu was placed in the Arushi Home of SBT.

At Arushi Home, Ritu was initially enrolled in the Non-Formal Education (NFE) program. Recognizing her potential, she was soon enrolled in a private school, where she thrived academically. She completed her 12th grade from the CBSE board, achieving a commendable percentage.

Ritu had always dreamed of becoming a successful fashion designer. With this goal in mind, she sought to pursue a formal education in fashion designing.She secured admission to a prestigious 4-year Fashion Designing course at Pearl Institute in Delhi.

During her time at Pearl Institute, Ritu faced significant personal hardships. She tragically lost both her parents and her sister. Despite these immense challenges, she demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination. She bravely navigated through these tough times and successfully completed her degree course.

After graduating, Ritu began her professional journey by working at Decathlon. Over the course of four years, she gained valuable experience and honed her skills in the fashion industry. With the knowledge and expertise she had acquired, Ritu decided to pursue her entrepreneurial ambitions.

She successfully launched her own enterprise, Phulwa Creation, named in honor of her mother, Phoolwati. Through Phulwa Creation, Ritu not only realized her dream of becoming a fashion designer but also created a legacy that pays tribute to her family's strength and support.

                                                                      LAXMI

An unbeatable combination of patience, persistence and perspiration – Laxmi , had all that was required for success .She came to Rose Udaan Home in 2014, barely 14 and already had the responsibility of a younger sibling. Her mother expired and step-father being an alcoholic abused the child repeatedly but her outspoken ,headstrong nature did not let her surrender following which she complained and was later along with one of the younger siblings (aged 8 yrs.) was sent to a CCI. Later since the step-father was imprisoned,his children were also looked -after by the girl here in Home.After joining Udaan,she was enrolled as a regular student, initially finding the english language difficult; the girl was determined to excel in the same. Later on the instruction of CWC she had to be shifted to open schooling and as per her interest underwent a training in food production followed by an internship at Country-Inn ,Chattarpur . As per the feed-back at both the places ,the girl was a brilliant performer. Exposed to the various verticals in the hotel industry she found working outside the kitchen more lucrative but the biggest challenge were her communication skills , for which she joined a public speaking and communication course at Oxford Institute. Soon after completing her diploma in food production, she started to work at Bakerz Lounge where she was given enough exposure for front office .Accounting ,public dealing she did it all though on a smaller scale in a very promising manner and in order to expand her area of expertise she is enrolled for a diploma in front office operations at Indian Institute of Management, Jodhpur .She completed her diploma and did a 2 months of training with Saathiya,an organization helped her to hone her soft skills and get the experience of the Hospitality Industry.She has been offered the job at Hotel Grand Mercure, Bangalore a 5 star hotel, chain of Accor group as ‘Guest Relation associate-Front Office. 

                                                                            RANI

Rani came to Aarushi Children’s Home C/O Salaam Baalak Trust on 1 st October 2011 at the age of 10 years. She is an orphan and had only one elder sibling who was unable to take care of the child due to poverty and safety reasons. Child had a traumatic past because of the conditions at the home. It took us several months to settle her down in the centre as she was unable to cope in the hostel environment. She was enrolled in classes in centre as she had never been to school and she could only speak in hindi. Staff put their hard efforts and made her learn basics of education.She was also enrolled in other activities of the centre. Later she was enrolled in formal school in class 8 th after clearing her entrance exams. She completed her 12 th through Arts stream and completed her graduation in “Hindi Patrakarita”. She was earlier working in Varuna Integrated Ltd. And recently she switched her job to Amber Enterprises Company and working as senior executive in HR department.

                                                                           PURAN

Child Puran Bahadur fondly known as Puran bhai among the children of DMRC ChildrenHome belongs to a village called Pipalkot, located in Nepal. As far as he remembers he had come to Delhi in 2012 along with his parents and siblings, but got separated at Kashmere Gate ISBT. Unable to tell his address he kept crying sitting in a corner. For about two days he waited at the same place waiting for his parents. He was spotted by Sub Inspector SI Azad Singh posted at Kashmere Gate P.S.The child was produced before the Child Welfare Committee, Kingsway Camp, who placed him in a short-term shelter home located at Kashmere Gate. Being young and scarred he was desperate to go back to his parents. The institution where he was placed made efforts to trace his address in Nepal, but since he was young, he could not tell his exact location where his home was located in Nepal. Meanwhile he was being engaged in studies and extra-curricular activities at the institution.After 3 months Puran was placed at DMRC Children Home for long term care andprotection. At DMRC Children Home, Puran was admitted to MCD School Morigate. Besides studies he also got opportunities to play football, a game which he was passionate about since childhood. He used to train under a sports teacher at DMRC CHB, who encouraged him to convert his hobby into his passion.Meanwhile efforts were being made to trace his address in Nepal through the details that he had shared with the staff members at DMRC. However, luck was not by his side, the family and other details that he shared where he used to stay could not be verified and he could not be repatriated to Nepal.Gradually he assimilated himself at DMRC Children Home and started focusing on his studiesand his passion, football. He was average in studies but passionate about football. He wouldavail all opportunities which he would get to play football. The sports teacher at DMRC CHBtrained him in the sport and when he grew up, he was enrolled in a football coaching whichhe attended diligently. While attending the football coaching, he also got an opportunity toplay for a club called FC Kickers. He regularly participated in football matches in and outsideDelhi, winning medals and certificates playing for his club.His talent and passion for football also landed him a 100 percent sports scholarship. He is now pursuing BSc 2 nd yr in Sports & Health Sciences from Lovely Professional University Phagwada, Punjab. He wants to make a carrier in sports management once he completes his college studies.“I am indebted to Salaam Baalak Trust and all the staff at DMRC Children Home who supported me for all these years. I have some fond memories of this place and all the fun I had with the children and staff on different occasions. I hope to stay in touch and wouldalso like to give back something to the organization and society in future”.

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Salaam Baalak Trust Delhi (SBT) started as a daycare centre for street children. Over a period of time, we realised that a safe space is the most critical need for any child to realise their full potential. Thus, we started residential programmes to provide a safe and child-friendly shelter for children rescued from the streets and any other distress situations. Compliant with the guidelines of the Integrated Child Protection Scheme and Juvenile Justice Act 2015, we have two Children's Homes for Girls, two Children's Homes for Boys and three Open Shelters for boys to provide 24/7 care and protection services

.Aarushi Children Home for Girls

Aarushi Shelter Home was the first full care centre catering to the needs of girls rescued from the streets. They long for a safe and secure space where they can sleep peacefully during the night.

Since 1999, Aarushi CHG has been providing a safe and child-friendly space for girls rescued from the streets and distressed situations in and around Gurugram. The Home provides shelter to 50 girls at any given time. It is well-equipped with all the facilities and amenities such as classrooms, a play area, dormitories, and a computer lab among others. Aarushi Centre remains one of the model child-care institutions operational in Haryana. It functions under the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act and comes under the jurisdiction of the Child Welfare Committee of Gurugram, Haryana.

 INSPIRING STORIES:

Raveena (name changed) came to Aarushi Children’s Home,
in 2020. Her mother passed away and father used to abuse the child
sexually. The Child was then pregnant. It was a trauma for all the siblings. So, she along with
her three younger siblings, she was shifted to Aarushi Children’s Home, Salaam
Baalak Trust through the Child welfare committee for care and protection.
Child was initially very stressed and she was given proper mental health support.
She delivered a baby who was sent for adoption. After that she was enrolled for
Non formal education. The Child was keen to learn new things. So she was
encouraged to participate in the activities at the center. Later she was enrolled in the National Open School in the 10^th grade. She was keen in learning housekeeping, so with the support of another organization - She completed her training. Presently she is working in IBIS
hotel, Mahipal Pur – Gurgaon.  She has been rehabilitated after living in Aarushi for 3 years. 

Kareena (name changed) came to Aarushi Children’s Home, Salaam Baalak Trust in
2020. Her mother passed away and father was a drunkard. Her elder sister is
married and condition of the home was not safe for the child. So, her sister
produced her in front of Child welfare committee. After proper Social
Investigation report obtained by Police, Child Welfare Committee ordered the
child’s to stay at Aarushi Children’s Home.
The Child had many behavioural issues because of the trauma she faced at home. But
after the efforts made by team she settled in gradually. She had no interest in
studies but teachers used creative ways to make the classes interesting. She
started taking interest in studies. She was enrolled in nearby school - Kitty garden senior
secondary public school. Today she completed her 8^th grade with a 84%. She is a hard working
child and aspires to become a lawyer.