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THEME: HOUSING, URBAN POVERTY AND INFRASTRUCTURE

MOBILIZATION OF RESOURCES

The initiative mobilizes resources through collaborative efforts between APSWDP, the DLSA, and the Chandigarh State AIDS
Control Society. Financial, logistical, and operational resources are pooled together to support the implementation of Samta Nyay
Kendra’s activities. Additionally, efforts are made to leverage government support, particularly from DAY- National Urban Livelihood
Mission, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh and community partnerships through TG DERAs particularly Mangalmukhi TG
Dera to enhance the reach and impact of the initiative. Through effective resource mobilization, the initiative aims to ensure the
sustainable delivery of services to the transgender community. Two (2) Self-Help Groups comprising of 20 TGs identified among
registered HRGs under the project and got linked under DAY NULM for livelihood generation activities. Two SHGs are given
Operation and Management Contracts for running Public Toilet and Cleanliness activities in Chandigarh. In addition, few TGs have
been empowered to take credit under PM SVANidhi scheme from Banks for their small social enterprises and also were linked to
skill trainings.

FINANCIAL PROFILE

FY FY FY
Organization TOTAL
2021-22 2022-23 2023-24
Amount (in Rs.) Remarks
CSACS 17,37,144 18,30,230 27,50,450 63,17,824 Full cost of implementation of entire project.
SLSA Paralegal Volunteers and Panel lawyer
engagement.
PNB CSR support in kind for arrangement of equipment’s like LED Screen, Water Purifier and Water Dispenser
for visiting HRGs.

(Approx. 50,000.00)
APSWDP Members Small Library Set up for TG Literature, Regular Newspapers for reading, indoor games, musical instruments etc.
(Approx. RS. 20,000.00)

PROCESS AND RESULTS ACHIEVED

The implementation process of Samta Nyay Kendra involves various stages, including needs assessment, service planning, outreach,
service delivery, and monitoring and evaluation. Since its inception, the initiative has achieved significant results in providing essential
legal aid services to the transgender community. These include the successful establishment and operationalization of the Kendra,
provision of counselling and support services, enrolment of transgender individuals in social security schemes, and provision of free
legal aid through dedicated panel lawyers. Moreover, the initiative has contributed to raising awareness about transgender rights and
promoting inclusivity within society. Through its efforts, the initiative has empowered transgender individuals to access justice, assert
their rights, and lead dignified lives free from discrimination and getting their Identity Cards from ministry portal for the first time.
APSWDP is regularly working on their IDs processing which is a cumbersome work with procedures, till date processed more than
60 IDs.

SUSTAINABILITY

Financial Sustainability: The project’s financial sustainability is ensured through various means, including collaboration under
government agencies for resource allocation, seeking grants from CSR and philanthropist organizations, and exploring opportunities
for individual micro sponsorship and individual donations from APSWDP members too. Additionally, the project aims to establish
and get Transgender linked to income-generating activities through SHGs through kendra to supplement and ensure long-term
sustenance.
Social and Economic Sustainability: Samta Nyay Kendra promotes social and economic sustainability by empowering transgender
individuals through legal aid, counselling, and support services. By facilitating access to justice and advocating for transgender rights,
the project contributes to social inclusion and economic empowerment. Furthermore, by assisting in the enrolment of transgender
individuals in social security schemes and providing linkages to livelihood opportunities, the project enhances economic resilience
within the transgender community.

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