About Us

The Muniya Foundation unleashes the potential of young girls, shattering barriers to their well-being and empowerment. Through our programs – Prakriti, Sahaja, Kutumb, Sambhavnaa, and Parijaat – we ignite a movement for change, educating, supporting, and amplifying their voices. Like the Muniya bird, our girls rise above adversity, their strength and beauty unstoppable. Join us in fueling their ascent, unbinding their wings to soar. Let every girl fly unbound!

मुनिया फाउंडेशन युवा लड़कियों की क्षमता को उजागर करता है, उनके कल्याण और सशक्तिकरण के लिए बाधाओं को तोड़ता है। हमारे कार्यक्रमों - प्रकृति, सहज, कुटुंब, संभावना और पारिजात - के माध्यम से हम बदलाव के लिए एक आंदोलन को प्रज्वलित करते हैं, उन्हें शिक्षित करते हैं, उनका समर्थन करते हैं और उनकी आवाज़ को बुलंद करते हैं। मुनिया पक्षी की तरह, हमारी लड़कियाँ प्रतिकूल परिस्थितियों से ऊपर उठती हैं, उनकी ताकत और सुंदरता अजेय है। उनके उत्थान को बढ़ावा देने, उनके पंखों को खोलने और उन्हें उड़ान भरने में हमारा साथ दें। हर लड़की को बिना किसी बंधन के उड़ने दें!
 

 

MUNIYA FOUNDATION – LET EVERY GIRL FLY UNBOUND
Have you ever heard the joyous melody of the Muniya? This tiny, vibrant songbird, with its boundless energy, brings a touch of liveliness wherever it goes. It embodies resilience and beauty despite its fragile appearance. Just like the Muniya, young adolescent girls – our Muniyas as they are affectionately called in our country – embody the same spirit – full of hope, potential and a zest for life.
Here at the Muniya Foundation, we see a beautiful reflection of these young girls in the very essence of the Muniya. Both represent hope and the promise of a brighter future, embodying qualities of grace, strength, and the need for nurturing care to let them thrive and fly unbound. The harsh reality is that millions of our Muniyas face tremendous challenges. Worldwide, millions of young girls miss out on education and opportunities due to poor health and hygiene practices, compounded by societal stigma. These factors not only hinder their educational prospects but also impact their overall well-being and future potential.
The Muniya Foundation was born from a deep desire to dismantle these barriers, drawing strength from the ancient wisdom of our land. We believe that every girl, like the Muniya bird, deserves the freedom to soar. Our goal is to transcend barriers, ensuring that every girl can pursue her dreams without limitations, in an equitable environment that supports their growth and development.
Through various programs we intend to empower Muniyas to achieve holistic well-being, driving positive social change. Prakriti - Our Reproductive Health Management program educates girls about menstrual health, dismantling the stigma surrounding it, and fostering a culture of openness and self-care. Sahaja, our yoga for menstrual health program, integrates the ancient practice of yoga to address physical discomfort and emotional turbulence, helping girls manage their cycles with grace and strength, much like the yogis of old. Kutumb, our collaborative peer learning and support program, nurtures a close-knit community where girls support and elevate each other, fostering teamwork and
a robust support system. Our Sambhavnaa program acts as a guiding light for our Muniyas, offering them counselling, mentorship, personal guidance and direction on their unique journeys and help them realize their aspirations. Parijaat is an endeavour to connect our Muniyas (girls) to their environment, just like their namesake, the bird, who thrives in a healthy environment. By nurturing and caring for nature, they understand their role as responsible citizens and the importance of the interconnected web of life.
The Muniya Foundation is more than just an organization; it's a movement for change, rooted in the rich soil of Indian culture. We envision a future where every girl, unburdened by societal constraints, can spread her wings and reach her full potential. Let's work together to ensure every Muniya, the bird and the girl, can fly unbound.