About WE HEARD Foundation

A charitable organisation rooted in community, driven by purpose, and built on the belief that every person deserves dignity and opportunity.

Our Story

Founded on a Vision of Inclusive Growth

WE HEARD Foundation was established in 2007 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. Born from a deep commitment to the upliftment of marginalised and socially backward communities, the foundation began its journey with a clear conviction: sustainable development must start from the ground up.

The name WE HEARD is not just a title β€” it is a promise. It stands for Women, Empowerment, Health, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development and Disaster Management β€” the seven core pillars that define everything we do.

Over 15 years, we have grown from a local initiative into an organisation that has touched over 54 million lives, supported by a dedicated network of 360 active volunteers across India.

2007
Year Founded
"A charitable organisation that promotes self-reliance and sustainable development in society with a special focus on education."
Mission & Vision

What Drives Us

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Our Mission

To promote self-reliance and sustainable development in society with a special focus on education, ensuring that underprivileged and socially backward communities can access the resources, knowledge, and opportunities they deserve.

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Our Vision

An India where every woman, child, and community β€” regardless of social or economic standing β€” has the voice, tools, and support to build a dignified, self-sufficient life. A society where no one is left behind.

The Name Behind the Purpose

What WE HEARD Stands For

Every letter in our name is a promise β€” a programme area where we work every day to make a measurable difference.

W
Women

Championing women's rights, education, and economic independence across communities.

E
Empowerment

Building capacity, confidence, and community through grassroots empowerment programmes.

H
Health

Eye camps, blood donation drives, disease prevention, and family welfare programmes.

E
Education

Driving school enrolment, vocational training, computer literacy, and inclusive education.

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Agriculture

Sustainable farming, food security, and economic empowerment for farmers.

R
Rural Development

Improving living standards, infrastructure and social welfare in rural communities.

D
Disaster Management

Preparing and supporting communities through mitigation, response, and recovery.

Aims & Objectives

What We Set Out to Achieve

Our 33 registered objectives span every dimension of social development β€” from individual empowerment to community transformation.

01

Promote self-reliance in education and health among disadvantaged groups through modern institutions and computer literacy programmes.

02

Empower women by making them aware of their rights and involving them in government welfare schemes and self-help groups.

03

Protect children from violence, exploitation, and abuse through child welfare and ashram school programmes.

04

Conduct health initiatives including eye camps, blood donation drives, and disease prevention campaigns in tribal communities.

05

Promote family planning and maternal health awareness in rural and tribal areas.

06

Organise social welfare programmes covering educational, moral, cultural and sports activities.

07

Support sustainable agriculture through farmer training, animal husbandry awareness, and modern farming techniques.

08

Promote water harvesting, conservation, and environmental awareness against deforestation.

09

Empower youth through personality development programmes, sports, and patriotism cultivation.

10

Provide support and rehabilitation for elderly citizens, disabled individuals, and abandoned women.

11

Run drug de-addiction centres and awareness campaigns to address substance abuse in communities.

12

Campaign against child marriage, dowry practices, gender-based violence, and untouchability.

13

Drive school enrolment campaigns ensuring every child has access to quality education.

14

Develop inclusive education programmes for children with special needs and differently-abled individuals.

15

Build disaster preparedness and mitigation capacity through community training and response systems.

16

Support forest conservation and environmental protection initiatives at the local level.

17

Promote entrepreneurship and vocational skills training for labourers and marginalised workers.

18

Improve living standards in rural communities through infrastructure awareness and community values.

…and 15 additional registered objectives covering legal aid, women's shelters, sports development, and more.

Leadership

Management & Executive Council

Our governance structure ensures accountability, transparency, and strategic direction for all our programmes.

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Management Council

Sets strategic direction, ensures institutional accountability, and oversees implementation of the foundation's mission and plans of action.

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Executive Council

Manages day-to-day operations, staff, and volunteers. Implements plans of action and ensures programmes reach the communities they serve.

For detailed information about our Management Council members, advisory board, and the terms and conditions of honorary appointments, please reach out to us directly.

Contact the Secretariat β†’
"We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone."
β€” The WE HEARD Foundation ethos