The idea of SAATH started when eleven students with educational background in social work started a small project to support women and children living with HIV & AIDS. The success of the project motivated these students to continue working for social change. The group continued to work in different fields as a voluntary-based organization with youth-based projects in issues related to marginalized communities. This has included issues related to HIV and AIDS, Drug Use, Child Rights, LGBTI and elderly. From 2012, SAATH took the next step. SAATH then decided to direct its focus on education, socialization and capacity building for children and girls who belong to marginalized communities. In addition, their approach of working also includes creating awareness & advocacy through different programs.