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2000+
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20K+
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Our non profits Journey Towards Change
Empowering Dreams, Transforming Futures
Unveiling Our Vision, Mission, and the Heartbeat Behind Our Story
VISION
We dream of a world where no child suffers, no woman is silenced, and no voice for justice goes unheard. A world where human rights are protected, equality is lived, and every person has the chance to rise with dignity, opportunity, and hope.
At Jivanamasteya Trust, we believe that by making justice accessible & affordable and upholding constitutional values, we create ripples of transformation — empowering children, uplifting women, fostering entrepreneurship, and defending human rights — for a society that thrives on compassion and fairness.
MISSION
Our mission is to empower the powerless, protect the vulnerable, and amplify voices that often go unheard. To stand with the vulnerable, defend rights, and ignite hope by turning compassion into action.
We make justice accessible and affordable, protect and educate children, empower women to lead, and support entrepreneurship for sustainable livelihoods. Through legal aid, advocacy, counseling, and community-driven initiatives, we transform struggle into strength and create pathways to dignity, equality, and lasting social change.
OUR STORY
When the systems meant to protect us fail those we love most, extraordinary purpose is born. Jivanamasteya Trust emerged from founder Karnav Shah’s profound journey through injustice alongside his two daughters, Cherry and Kiwi, whose innocence became his guiding light and whose resilience transformed personal tragedy into a national movement for change.
In his darkest hour, when legal frameworks abandoned his family, Karnav made a life-altering choice. He abandoned his successful career to ensure no other family would face such devastation alone. From this moment of deepest despair emerged an unshakeable truth that no injustice should go unchallenged and every vulnerable soul deserves protection.
Today, our story continues through every child we shield from harm, every woman we empower to reclaim her dignity, and every individual who discovers their voice through our unwavering support. We stand as living proof that when purpose meets action, even the most profound adversity can illuminate pathways to hope for entire communities.
Join us in creating a legacy where Cherry and Kiwi’s names symbolize protection for all children, where justice becomes accessible to every citizen, and where your support helps write the next chapter of transformation for generations to come.
OBJECTIVE
Child Protection and Welfare: Safeguard children through comprehensive protection programs and support systems that ensure fundamental rights while creating safe environments for holistic development.
Women’s Empowerment: Eliminate discrimination and violence by providing empowerment programs, skill development opportunities, and support systems enabling economic independence and social equality.
Justice Accessibility: Provide legal aid services and court outreach programs making justice accessible and affordable for all citizens, particularly marginalized communities lacking resources for legal representation.
Entrepreneurship Development: Foster innovation and sustainable livelihoods through startup incubation programs and capacity building initiatives promoting economic growth in rural and urban areas.
Human Rights Advocacy: Protect fundamental human rights through policy advocacy, awareness campaigns, and direct intervention programs upholding constitutional principles and democratic values aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Community Development: Create sustainable impact through integrated programs addressing healthcare, education, poverty alleviation, and food security while building local capacity for long-term positive change.
CORE VALUES
- Justice for All – We believe justice must be accessible, affordable, and equal for every individual.
- Compassion First – Every action is rooted in empathy, dignity, and respect for human life.
- Empowerment – We uplift children, women, and communities to rise with strength and confidence.
- Integrity – We act with honesty, accountability, and transparency in everything we do.
- Equality – We stand against discrimination and ensure equal opportunities for all.
- Sustainable Change – We focus on solutions that create long-term impact, not temporary fixes.
- Collaboration – We believe true transformation comes from collective effort and partnerships.
- Courage – We are fearless in defending rights and amplifying voices that are silenced.
WHO ARE WE?
We are Jivanamasteya Trust — a nonprofit born from the belief that every life holds dignity, and every voice deserves to be heard.
We are lawyers, social workers, dreamers, and doers who come together with one purpose: to protect children, empower women, defend human rights, and build a society where justice and compassion walk hand in hand.
We are not just an organization — we are a movement of empathy and action. Rooted in the innocence of children, inspired by the strength of women, and guided by the values of equality and justice, we work to bring light where there is struggle and hope where there is despair.
At our core, we believe that change begins with courage — courage to speak, to act, and to stand for what is right.
That courage is who we are.
WHAT WE DO?
At Jivanamasteya, we stand beside those who need it most.
- We protect children from abuse and neglect, give them safe spaces, and nurture their dreams with care and dignity.
- We empower women to rise above violence, gain skills, earn with dignity, and lead independent lives.
- We defend human rights by offering legal aid, guidance, and advocacy so that justice is not just for the privileged, but for all.
- We support changemakers — young entrepreneurs, artisans, and innovators — who create solutions for society’s toughest challenges.
- We build stronger communities through counseling, awareness, sustainable livelihoods, and collective action for change.
In simple words:
We protect.
We empower.
We defend.
We support.
We build.
That’s what we do — with compassion, courage, and conviction.
HOW WE DO?
Jivanamasteya Trust integrates technology-driven solutions with direct human intervention to deliver immediate support to vulnerable populations. Our advanced complaint management system efficiently connects victims with qualified legal professionals and social workers, ensuring rapid response capabilities while maintaining personalized attention for complex social issues.
At Jivanamasteya Trust, we combine law, compassion, and community action to create real impact. Our approach is simple yet powerful: listen, support, empower, and transform.
For Children
- We run protection programs to shield children from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- We provide counseling, safe spaces, and educational support to help children grow with dignity.
- Through Dear Cherry Kiwi initiative, we ensure every child has the right to safety, love, and opportunity.
For Women
- We empower women through skill development, livelihood training, and entrepreneurship support.
- Survivors of violence receive legal aid, counseling, and rehabilitation, ensuring they stand on their own feet.
- We connect women artisans and small producers to ethical markets, giving financial independence.
For Justice & Human Rights
- Our Complaint Management System makes legal help and Justice is affordable and accessible for all.
- We provide legal aid, RTI filing support, cybercrime guidance, and workplace harassment redressal.
- Through Project Karnav & PRIDE India Initiative, we build bridges between citizens and institutions for fair governance.
For Entrepreneurship & Livelihoods
- With UdānSeed, we nurture changemakers from idea stage to business growth.
- We provide mentorship, fundraising guidance, and networking opportunities for startups solving social issues.
- We also support traditional artisans through Direct Artesian, connecting them with global markets.
For Communities
- We create community clusters that address education, healthcare, livelihood, and sustainability.
- We partner with local NGOs, experts, and government bodies to amplify impact.
- Every action is designed to ensure local ownership, inclusivity, and long-term change.
In short:
- For a child, we are protection and hope.
- For a woman, we are strength and opportunity.
- For the vulnerable, we are justice and a voice.
- For changemakers, we are guidance and growth.
- For communities, we are partnership and progress.
Together, this is how Jivanamasteya works — turning pain into purpose and struggle into strength.
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