ABOUT SAHASEE EMBERS
Helping Each Other can Make World Better
Mr. Guy Rodrigues, Co-Founder & Trustee of Sahasee Embers and his wife Mrs. Vani Guy Rodrigues, since 2009, have been involved in humanitarian work in and around the slums of Navi Mumbai. They were ordinary citizens moved by the extraordinary suffering of the people who are victims of trafficking, they began their work with practical deeds such as medical camps, cleanliness drives and awareness programs on girl safety. They provided monthly ration and during the rains distributed plastic as covering for their shanties.
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Meals distributed throughout the lockdown for marginalised people and slum dwellers
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Meals distributed to the commercial sex workers of Turbhe red light area during the entire lockdown
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Children educated every month
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Childrens going to an international school
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lives of the women were impacted through the red light area
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Free medical camps for the commercial sex workers of the turbhe red light area
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HIV patients are provided counselling and care through our HIV project
MODERN DAY SLAVERY IS A CRIME.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values
Kindness
To demonstrate compassion and respect for all living
creatures. We collaborate and build community through
partnerships founded on integrity and trust.
Committed to the Poor
We are committed to the Poor striving to alleviate
poverty in the communities and build Self Image.
Wellbeing
We foster safe spaces that enhance the social, emotional
and physical wellbeing of young people and their
families, while also making our community a safer place
to live.
We listen with empathy and respect for one another,
valuing individual experiences and feelings while
treating people with kindness and dignity.
We collaborate and build community through partnerships
founded on integrity and trust.
Rationale & Scope of Work
Rationale & Scope of Work
Rapid urbanisation and lack of remunerative employment
opportunities are compelling rural poor to migrate to
the cities for better life and good job prospects.
However, the only viable option for these
poverty-stricken families is to move to urban slum areas
which are plagued with the issues of poor sanitation
facilities, unavailability of safe drinking water and
hygiene issues, sexual exploitation, abuse of women &
children. Moving to far flung suburbs also means moving
away from good schools, hospitals.
Sahasee Embers has identified a need to bring quality
education, healthcare, and build skills to empower
Women, Youth and Children who have been victims of this
rapid urbanisation. There is a need to provide a Safe &
Learning Environment for the Children, a Community which
is able to prevent Abuse & Exploitation. In order to
sustain its efforts, there is a need to build
partnerships and access local community resources.
Strategies Identified
Strategies Identified
Addressing Human Rights
Vulnerable Women & Children often face numerous human
rights violations, including exploitation, abuse, and
discrimination. Sahasee Embers has learnt that working
with them allows for direct engagement with these
vulnerable individuals and aims to protect and promote
their fundamental human rights.
Health and Well-being
Many of the community women in the area lack access to
adequate healthcare services, including sexual and
reproductive health services, HIV prevention and
treatment, and mental health support. Sahasee Embers
intends to contribute to improving their health outcomes
and overall well-being. These involve providing medical
care, facilitating awareness campaigns, offering
counselling services.
Reducing Stigma and Discrimination
As Sahasee Embers works with a considerable number of
women engaged in Commercial sex workers, Persons Living
with HIV, these communities face significant social
stigma and discrimination, which further marginalises
them and limits their opportunities for social and
economic inclusion. Engaging with this population would
help challenge prevailing stereotypes and negative
perceptions, leading to greater acceptance and support
from the broader society. It would contribute to
building a more inclusive and tolerant community.
Empowerment and Skill-building
Sahasee Embers has identified a need to provide an
opportunity to empower these individuals by offering
skill-building workshops, vocational training, and
educational programs. By equipping them with new skills
and knowledge, they can explore alternative livelihood
options.
Community Development
By focusing on the needs of slums, Sahasee Embers can
contribute to the overall development of these
communities. This involves initiating projects related
to education, and economic opportunities, improving the
living condition. Such comprehensive community
development efforts can bring about positive change and
long-term sustainability.
Advocacy and Policy Change
It is to the credit of Sahasee Embers that engaging the
community has provided firsthand experiences and
insights into the challenges they face. By amplifying
their voices and advocating for their rights, Sahasee
Embers can work towards policy changes that support
their well-being and protect their rights. There is a
need to collaborate with local authorities, NGOs, and
policymakers to influence legislation, improve social
protection measures, and establish comprehensive support
systems for this marginalised population.
Breaking the Cycle
By addressing the root causes and underlying issues that
lead to family poverty, limited education, and lack of
opportunities, Sahasee Emberscan contribute to breaking
the cycle of exploitation. Through empowerment and
alternative livelihood options, individuals can gain the
resources and support they need to transition into more
sustainable and fulfilling lives.
Our Outcomes
Our Outcomes
Sahasee Embers wants to make a dent in this new age of
slavery, by educating, empowering and restoring the
lives of the trafficked victims as well as the
marginalised community that are part of the urban poor
community
- We are educating 65 kids in an international school
- 45 kids with remedial education
- We have helping and taking care of 37 HIV patients through the HIV project
- We have helped 148 women to avail of free legal aid services
Our Approach
Our Approach
Our approach is to provide a safe space for the children
of the red light area in the red light area, where they
can play feel safe, get education, clean food and
counselling to deal with the everyday trauma of the
area.
We transformed a Brothel into Sahasee Embers center.
For God nothing is Impossible. He helped us do it to a
structure, he is helping us transform lives.
Our Projects
LEGAL AID CLINIC
"Justice is making right what is wrong"
EDUCATION PROGRAM
"Education is the most powerful weapon which can be used to change the world" - Nelson Mandela
SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
"From despair to confidence"
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
"Small acts when multiplied can transform the world"
HIV PROJECT
"Once you choose hope anything is possible"
OUR STORY
FOUND TRUE LOVE - Shama
FOUND TRUE LOVE - Shama
Shama was tricked by a couple to come to mumbai and work
as a maid. They sold her to a brothel keeper
AN ACT OF KINDNESS - Harsh & Rehman
AN ACT OF KINDNESS - Harsh & Rehman
Harsh and Rehman are children of the red light area
enrolled in the education program of Sahasee Embers.
They are as different as chalk and cheese.
TRAINING PROGRAMME AT VIVACE CAFE (KHARGHAR) - Ashwini's Success Story
TRAINING PROGRAMME AT VIVACE CAFE (KHARGHAR) - Ashwini's Success Story
One Girl from Sahasee Embers is doing a training
programme at a Vivace cafe (Kharghar)
Sahasee Embers enrolls kids in NIOS. - Children's Success Story
Sahasee Embers enrolls kids in NIOS. - Children's Success Story - Children's Success Story
Due to the lockdown many children were left without any
options for education. Schools were closed, and literacy
levels dropped.
TESTIMONIALS
What They're Talking About Sahasee Embers
Avantika Mathur
Working with Sahasee has been one of the most heart touching and incredible experiences. The people in Sahasee are wonderful to work with, kind hearted and open minded staff.
Sangeeta Ghosh
Centurion PresidentThere are angels on earth who come here to make others lives beautiful and meaningful. They never think of themselves, only live for others and work for humanity, for their own satisfaction,when we see the works of Sahasee we feel like that.
Umera Kelkar
Human ResourceA special Volunteer meet is being organised at Sahasee Embers. I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the opportunity to visit your organization and witness firsthand the incredible work that you do.
Mervyn D'mello
The earth laughs in flowers 🌺. Never lose an opportunity to see anything beautiful for beauty is the handwriting of God. The work of Sahasee Embers is a work of beauty!
Our team
Meet The Team Behind Their Success Story
Our NGO strength is our strong working team, Read More about our entire team.
Guy Rodrigues
Founder, Sahasee Embers
Vani Rodrigues
CEO, Sahasee Embers
Susanna Santosh
Director of Education
Sneha Joseph
Case Manager
OUR DONARS
INDIVIDUALS THAT MAKE KINDNESS NORMAL
Katherine James
Alphonso Patrick
Christine Ramgopal
Iven Wilson
Sugandh Hamilton
Philomena Lobo
Zhumbar Thokal
Dr.Beena Nayaken
Eva Runganadhan
Pritish Nandy
Katherine James
Alphonso Patrick
Christine Ramgopal
Iven Wilson
Sugandh Hamilton
Philomena Lobo
Zhumbar Thokal
Dr.Beena Nayaken
Eva Runganadhan
Pritish Nandy
Anjali castellino
Dr. Rana Heera
Francis Anthony
Dr. Jacob
Burly Don Tellis
Siddhesh khopkar
Feroza Cooper
Nina Chiniwala
Mrs. Bronyl Dacosta
Embers International
Don Bosco High school, Matunga
Inner Wheel Club
(Rotary Club Navi Mumbai Sea Side)
Anjali castellino
Dr. Rana Heera
Francis Anthony
Dr. Jacob
Burly Don Tellis
Siddhesh khopkar
Feroza Cooper
Nina Chiniwala
Mrs. Bronyl Dacosta
Embers International
Don Bosco High school, Matunga
Inner Wheel Club
(Rotary Club Navi Mumbai Sea Side)
MODE OF DONATION
Internet / Mobile Banking
Bank Details for Donation
Name: Sahasee Embers Charitable Trust
Accn No.: 50200059611624
Bank: HDFC Bank
IFSC Code: HDFC0008382
Cheque
Drop the cheque during office hours
Name: Sahasee Embers Charitable Trust
Office Address:
G11, House No. VAS TSL SHIV 3123-022 NMMC SURVEY NO DZ,
1835, KKR Rd, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400705