remedial classes for children and fostering functional literacy and leadership among women. The establishment of the community-based organization Mahila Shakti Sangathan became a cornerstone of their work, empowering women to address issues like domestic violence and early or forced marriages. Over time, this organization grew in strength, with its members actively participating in panchayat elections and becoming a significant force in the community.

Simultaneously, SAKAR began engaging with adolescent girls on issues related to sexual and reproductive health, sports, mobility, and education. Despite initial resistance, sports like football gained acceptance among the girls, symbolizing their growing empowerment. By 2024, SAKAR's work had expanded to 40 villages, impacting around 10,000 women and 5,000 girls, with the Mahila Shakti Sangathan comprising approximately 2,500 women.

SAKAR envisions a society rooted in knowledge, awareness, justice, and gender equity. As a non-profit civil society organization registered in November 2005, SAKAR strives to make the lives of marginalized groups, especially women and children, more meaningful by empowering them to engage in the change process. The organization focuses on developing women's leadership, promoting their socio-political and economic rights, and creating networks that include Muslim and Dalit women.

Guided by the core values of democracy, equity, liberty, transparency, accountability, and justice, SAKAR is committed to fostering an environment where women and girls can thrive, free from gender-based discrimination and violence. Through its initiatives, SAKAR aims to nurture self-esteem, confidence, and leadership potential in women and girls, empowering them to become agents of change within their communities.