Building Power. Advancing Justice.
Building Power. Advancing Justice.
Aagaz Foundation Trust is a Dalit-led feminist organisation working with Dalit, Adivasi and other marginalised communities to strengthen rights, leadership and collective power, address caste, gender and economic inequalities, and advance a more just, equal and dignified society.
To advance constitutional values, justice, equality, dignity and inclusive development by strengthening the rights, leadership and collective power of Dalit women and marginalised communities, enabling people to live free, fulfilling and dignified lives with equal opportunities.
A just, equal and inclusive society where Dalit women and marginalised communities live with dignity, freedom and equal rights, have equal opportunities to thrive, and exercise meaningful voice, leadership and representation in the decisions and institutions that shape their lives and communities.
A Dalit Women-Led Movement for Justice, Equality & Collective Power
Launched by Aagaz Foundation Trust in Rajasthan during the COVID-19 crisis, the Abhiyan strengthens Dalit women’s leadership, collective voice and participation in addressing caste- and gender-based discrimination and advancing rights, dignity and justice.
Working alongside communities to address caste-based discrimination, violence and exclusion, while strengthening collective action for justice, equality and dignity.
Promoting constitutional rights, legal literacy and institutional accountability, while supporting communities to engage with law enforcement and relevant institutions.
Creating spaces for dialogue, public engagement, media outreach, learning and documentation to amplify the voices and experiences of Dalit women and marginalised communities.
Strengthening Dalit women’s leadership, community-led response mechanisms and safe, supportive spaces that build confidence, collective capacity and resilience.