Vimukti Charitable
Trust organized the inauguration of Sabala Kishori Sangha
(Empowered Adolescent Girls Collective) in Kharabdinni village
under its ongoing efforts to empower rural adolescent girls. The
program was inaugurated with the traditional lighting of the lamp by
dignitaries and community leaders. In her opening remarks, Mrs.
Jecintha coordinator highlighted the challenges faced by girls aged
11 to 18 in rural areas. Many girls discontinue education after
grades 7, 8, or 9, as parents push them into early marriage or send
them to work, depriving them of their rights. She stressed the
importance of educating girls at least up to grade 12 and making
parents aware of the harmful effects of child marriage and school
dropouts.
Mr. Charlie Udbal, addressing the gathering, emphasized the saying,
When you educate a girl, you open the doors of a school,
underlining the role of parents in ensuring equal education for
their daughters. He noted that Vimukti aims to form such collectives
in 16 villages to create awareness about health, gender equality,
and education, enabling girls to become strong and independent.
Kumari Parvathi shared her perspective as a member of the newly
formed group, saying that the Sangha will help adolescent girls gain
knowledge on physical and mental health, education, and gender
equality. Former Taluk Panchayat member Mr. Shivarajappa expressed
appreciation for Vimukti s continued work for the betterment of
women and children and welcomed the formation of girls' collectives
as a positive initiative. The event witnessed the participation of
over 60 adolescent girls and local leaders including Mr. Amareshappa,
Mr. Devappa, Mr. Ramakrishna Hegde, Mr. Sharanabasava, ASHA workers
Mrs. Amaramma and assistants Mrs. Eeramma and Mrs. Lourdes. The
formation of the Sabala Kishori Sangha marks a significant step
toward empowering young girls to claim their rights and shape a
brighter future
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