Footsteps of Indira Fellowship

Shakti Abhiyan is a movement 'by women for women' to ‘Educate, Organize, Agitate’ for equal rights and ownership (Haq & Hissedari) inspired by the principle of Aadhi Abadi, Pura Haq.

At Shakti Abhiyan, we aim to create a pipeline of grassroots women political leaders by building women-centric politics around the idea of Haq & Hissedari. Women-centric politics is a pathway to equal rights and ownership. This approach will create equal space for 'women’s interests' in politics and decision-making, through the representation 'of women by women’ at all levels of governance - local bodies, Legislative assembly, and parliament.

50% Quota in education & employment opportunities

50% Share in union, state & local body budgets for women

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Our Demands

Equal Opportunity

50% Quota in Education & Employment Opportunities

Redistribution of Resources

50% Share in Union, State & Local Body Budgets

Against Hate and Violence

A call for women to organize against communal hate and violence

Elements of Shakti Abhiyan

Indira fellowship

Indira Fellowship so far

7500

Applicant

28

States

350

Fellows

1750

Intern

5000

Volunteers

•A political fellowship for grassroots women leaders interested in politics.
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• Aims to ensure the real representation of women's voices at all levels of governance - local bodies, assemblies, and parliament.

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Shakti Club

Shakti Club so far

4300

Clubs

31000

Members

28

State

• An activity center 'for women, by women', in villages bastis, and campuses.
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• Focus on three areas: raising awareness, fostering sisterhood (community building), and nation-building.
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• Nurtures grassroots women leaders through political programs, election campaigns, and other initiatives.

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Political Action

Political Action so far

400,000+

Household Reached

31000

Members

350

Fellows

• Contest elections and participate in election campaigns.
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• Transform women into informed voters.

• Organize Protests, rallies, dharnas, and more.

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Join as an Indira Fellow

As part of the fellowship, you will politically organize women, nurture female political leaders, contest elections, participate in election campaigns, organize protests, and more.

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Join Shakti Club

Through Shakti Clubs, you will organize Shakti Abhiyan in your area. This includes weekly Shakti Club meetings, raising awareness, community building, door-to-door campaigns, and more.

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Join as a Volunteer

As a volunteer at Shakti Abhiyan, you will support Shakti Abhiyan in your area. This will include organizing on-ground activities, driving social media engagement to amplify the movement’s impact and more.

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Contribute to Our Mission

Your support can make all the difference in building grassroots women political leaders. Your contributions directly support their on-ground activities, advancing Haq & Hissedari (equal rights and ownership).

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Footsteps of

Shakti Abhiyan

350

Fellows

4,300

Clubs

31,000

Members

28

State

270

Blocks

5000

Volunteers

31,000

Members

4,300

Clubs

350

Fellows

28

State

270

Blocks

5000

Volunteers

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Women in Politics

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Priti Manjhi, hailing from Gaurella, Chhattisgarh, has completed her bachelor’s degree in nursing and is currently pursuing a master’s degree. She is known for her commitment to political activism and her relentless pursuit of justice for girls deprived of educational opportunities.

Samita Mohan, hailing from Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, has completed her bachelor’s degree in Economics, and is known for her dedication to serving the women community.

Ayesha Aslam Khan, hailing from Mumbai, Maharashtra, is pursuing LLB and is a businesswoman by profession. Ayesha is renowned for her impactful contributions as a social worker and activist.

RUQUIYA, hailing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is a social activist who volunteers with various organizations, aiming to eradicate discrimination based on religion, caste, and gender.

Vijaya Durdhavale, hailing from Nashik, Maharashtra, has completed PhD from TISS and is known for her inspiring journey and relentless pursuit of empowerment for women.

Megha Parmar, hailing from Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, is a technical scuba diver and activist. She is the first woman from Madhya Pradesh to have climbed Mount Everest.

Monica Marandi, a Santhal Adivasi, hailing from Simdega, Jharkhand, has completed Mass Communication at IIMC, Delhi, and is acclaimed for her impactful work as a social activist and journalist.

Subadra Devi, hailing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a Chartered Accountant and is known for her inspiring journey and relentless pursuit of empowerment for women.

Ashlesha Sudhir, hailing from Yavatmal, Maharashtra, has completed her bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Advertising from the International School of Business and Media, Pune and is now a National Spokesperson for the Indian National Congress.

Kalavati Devi, hailing from Bokaro, Jharkhand, is a social and political activist. She is known for her courageous journey into politics and social work, despite societal constraints.