Empowering the disadvantaged for sustainable livelihood

Empowering the disadvantaged for sustainable livelihood

Investing in education, empowerment and economic self-sufficiency of marginalized people & community

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Fostering Economic Independence

Fostering Economic Independence

Investing in education, empowerment and economic self-sufficiency of marginalized people & community

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Promoting Equity & Inclusion

Promoting Equity & Inclusion

Investing in education, empowerment and economic self-sufficiency of marginalized people & community

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Uddami is all about ‘U’ — a Bengali word that reflects a passionate drive for self-improvement. Since 2005, Uddami India Foundation (UIF) has steadily grown, impacting over 20,000 children, youth, women, and their families each year. Through different projects on skills training, education, women empowerment and youth development Uddami is working as a catalyst in bringing –

  • A young women’s confidence in her own gender
  • A young man’s newly found sense of direction
  • A young mother’s ability to contribute to her family’s income
  • A strong foundation for a child to build a robust future

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Our Impact

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Young people enrolled in the Uddami Skills Training programme every year

Impact
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Youth placed per year with a 90% retention

Impact
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Children, youth and their families are impacted every year

Everyone has a unique story to share, and we believe they should have the freedom and confidence to express it.

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Our Mission

Empowering the disadvantaged for sustainable livelihoods.

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Uddami India Foundation
Our Mission

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health
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Good Health
& Well Being

Quality-Education
4

Quality
Education

Gender-Equality
5

Gender
Equality

Economic Growth
8

Economic
Growth

Reduced Inequalities
10

Reduced
Inequalities

Partnership Goals
17

Partnership
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Our Activities

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Skills Training

education support

Education Support

Capacity Building

Capacity Building

Community Outreach

Community Outreach

Our Programmes

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Skills Training

Skills Training & Livelihood

At Uddami, we empower marginalized youth with the skills they need to build brighter futures — closing the gap between education and opportunity through meaningful employment and entrepreneurship.

Education

Education

At Uddami, we believe education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and building a better future. Yet, marginalized children often face barriers like limited resources, lack of guidance, and gaps in foundational learning.

Uddami Youth Space

Uddami Youth Space – A Platform for Growth, Learning, Creativity and Opportunities

At Uddami India Foundation, we champion inclusive learning, creativity, and career empowerment, helping marginalized youth overcome barriers to self-expression, skill-building, and professional growth in a rapidly changing world.

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Women Empowerment

Uddami envisions a world where gender justice is a lived reality. Through engagement, advocacy, grassroots action, and collaboration with like-minded organizations and global platforms, we work to transform societal norms.

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Success Stories

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Arifa, from Magrahat, South 24 Parganas, lost her father as a baby and was raised by her aunt. Despite financial hardships and domestic abuse after her marriage in 2023, she refused to give up. Arifa joined Uddami’s GDA training program, commuting two hours daily. After completing the course, she secured a ₹25,000/month home healthcare job. Now financially independent, she supports her mother and is pursuing a college degree through distance learning.
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Dipa Mali, a UCTC 2023-24 alumna, faced financial hardships with her mother as the sole breadwinner. Determined to improve her prospects, she joined Uddami’s Digital Literacy Programme. Through hard work, she secured a job at M Pocket, earning ₹11,000 per month. Traveling 60 km daily, Dipa’s perseverance shows how dedication leads to success, inspiring others to follow her path.
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After enduring domestic abuse, Jayita Das returned home, battling self-doubt and job insecurity. In April 2024, she joined Uddami’s Digital Literacy Program, where Business English classes helped her regain confidence. Overcoming trauma, she found her voice, participated in debates, and secured a Front Office Executive role in just six months, earning ₹6,000 + perks, showing that resilience can truly transform lives.
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Raja Singh, from a 9-member joint family, faced financial struggles but stayed determined. After graduating in Commerce from Calcutta University, he joined Uddami’s UCTC course, building computer, English, and life skills. In 2022, he secured a job at Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. and is now a Territory Manager and "Employee of the Year," proving skills drive success.
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Deblina Sengupta, a Master’s graduate in Education, wanted to grow beyond karate instruction. With little digital marketing experience, she joined Uddami’s Digital Branding and Strategy course, mastering SEO, keyword research, and blogging. Today, she works as a Junior Digital Marketing Associate at Rocmob Performance Pvt Ltd, proving how digital skills can transform lives.
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Arpita Das, from a humble background, turned her life around through Uddami’s free Retail and Inventory Management course with Smile Foundation. Despite hardships, she completed her graduation and built skills with hands-on training. Today, she confidently works as a Data Entry Operator at Lifeline Medicine Shop, earning ₹8,500 a month and securing a brighter future.
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After losing her father early, Sarifun from Kolkata fought through financial struggles to complete her graduation. Marriage brought more challenges, but discovering Uddami’s free Tailoring Course changed her life. Today, she earns ₹5,500–₹6,000 a month, runs a jewellery business, showcases her creations, and proudly stands financially independent.
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