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PENN ( Protection & Empowerment of Naree ), is a Registered Trust in Chennai since 2019, started by social conscious citizens, of diverse backgrounds, with a passion to Create Safer Spaces for Women & Children.
Retrospect of PENN’s Programs ( 2020-24 ) -
Uniqueness of PENN is in its vision to create a safe environment for women through a Proactive, 360-degree, multi sectoral approach towards the prevention of crimes against women and children by focusing on creating:-
*Behavioural Change through Education
*Sensitise Men & Parents to bring about Attitudinal Change for Gender Equality
*Empower Women through Mental Resilience
*Working with Environment enablers.
PENN is a Not for Profit entity, working purely on donations from Organisations & contributions from individuals.
PENN is a Certified NGO by Ministry of Corporate Affairs, to receive CSR funding ( CSR 00053163) and also a 80G Certified, to claim exemption, for donations under Income Tax Act. (AETTP3671N20221)
Retrospect of PENN’s Programs ( 2020-24 ) -
“ MANATHIL URUDHI VENDUM “ Project under which 2000 Higher Secondary Students from most deprived sections were imparted Mental Strength for Success
Consistent Social Media campaign on prevention of Child Sex Abuse / Respect for Women
Multiple Workshops for School Students, Parents and Faculty on prevention of online abuse
Online campaign with Dindigul District Police on prevention of child marriage, elopement.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Workshops in Corporates ( eg. BASF , Ashok Leyland ) for contractual women workers. Close to 10000 beneficiaries impacted through our trainings.
Need for Soliciting Community Support & Contribution:-
PENN recognizes that resources are needed to strengthen the prevention and response to sexual violence, including the creation of the environment to prevent the crime from taking place. Hence, we seek funds from Organisations under CSR projects and utilize them towards the Activities for Women & Child Safety for Under privileged and vulnerable sections of society.
How we plan to utilise the funds :-
*Empower Women to defend themselves both Psychologically
*Improve Resilience among Youth including students to overcome stressful situations successfully (academic or personal)
*Sensitised Men & Parents on Gender Equality at Home, as long term benefit of Respect for Women & Children.
