Who are we?

Adhikar was born from a simple yet powerful realization: that access to education and healthcare is not a privilege, but a right. The spark was ignited when Anika, our founder, witnessed the devastating effects of broken institutions while interning with the Ministry of Women and Child Development. What began as fieldwork among displaced, abused, and exploited women evolved into a nationwide movement to rebuild dignity—brick by brick, child by child.

The name "Adhikar" —meaning "right" —reflects our mission to ensure every woman and child in India can live, learn, and thrive with dignity. We began with one Anganwadi in rural Rajasthan and have grown into a student-led initiative impacting thousands across India.

Adhikar is led by a passionate team of student volunteers, development experts, and grassroots leaders across 5 Indian states. We are united by a shared mission: to restore rights wherethey’ve long been denied.

Our Team

Our Partners

• Ministry of Women and Child Development (India)

• Aajeevika Bureau

• Kat-Katha NGO

• Sprouts International School, Jaipur – Dr. Lavina Jaswani, Advisor

• Swati – Psychologist & DEI Advocate

• Vvikas – Holistic Wellness Catalyst

• Andrew – Experiential Designer & Human Skills Strategist