Aarti - helping girls help themselves We started off as a home for abandoned children. In 3 decades we evolved into an organization to empower girls and women on all fronts. We have set 3 main goals: End practices of gender-based discrimination - female abandonment, female feticide/infanticide, domestic abuse, child marriage, & the dowry system Ensure safe upbringing and education for every child - offering high quality education, activity-based learning, and a caring affection-filled environment Empower women economically, socially, and politically through training, employment opportunities, and awareness regarding legal rights In addition to our committed employees, we have been blessed with volunteers from all over the world.