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The Beginning; Tardeo Centre, Mumbai
The first centre of Hamaara Sapna opened at Tardeo. The centre opened to cater to marginalized women with the aim to have a safe place for them away from home. Women from different walks of life became a part of the Hamaara Sapna family. All the beneficiaries were overjoyed with the centre and showed great enthusiasm to learn in this centre. The joy on the faces of the women was priceless.
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Opening of Dharavi Centre, Mumbai
Another centre of Hamaara Sapna opened at Dharavi to cater to the marginalized population in that area. Beneficiaries started availing of all the services that Hamaara Sapna provides. It has been a big shift in the life of many women as they have something new to look forward to independently away from their daily routine. The centre has been inspiring and motivating them to take charge of their own lives. The centre presents varied opportunities to women to grow and blossom.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2014
Many beneficiaries were inspired to participate in the Marathon and represent Hamaara Sapna. The event was one that made them proud to be associated with Hamaara Sapna. Beneficiaries had fun, played games and even danced to the pulsing music there. They were excited and felt overwhelmed being involved in something like this.
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Exhibition at Naval Officers Residential Area (NOFRA), Mumbai
An exclusive exhibition was organised in Naval Officers Residential Area (NOFRA) at Colaba. All the clothes made painstakingly by the women of Tardeo Centre were put on sale. Women had an amazing opportunity to interact with clients and actually see what it felt like to be doing business. This was the first time that they actually spoke to clients and related to them. They explained their wares and carried out their own sales. This was their first taste of being out there in the real world amongst other people.
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Beneficiary gets job as a nanny
A beneficiary was appointed as a nanny after learning English in Hamaara Sapna.She was proud earning her own livelihood on her own merit.
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Selling of Rakhis made by a beneficiary
A beneficiary started making rakhis before Raksha Bandhan which were sold to other beneficiaries in Hamaara Sapna and to others out of the centre on a made to order basis.
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Exhibition of Artificial Jewellery made by beneficiaries
The beneficiaries came together and made beautiful artificial jewellery. Necklaces, bangles and earrings were made of different patterns and styles. They participated in an exhibition and displayed their products there.
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Business Order from Ms. Debi Steven for Karate Suits
Nothing could have pleased them better than to make karate suits by themselves that would be used by people outside of India. The morale boost was tremendous. It was the first time that all the women came together to collectively and unanimously work for an order that would give them recognition and appreciation outside their country. For those that did not even know how to thread a needle before, to go on to make karate suits on order was a huge success.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2015
Another year of participation in the marathon took place. The beneficiaries ran and expressed the joy and happiness they felt running for Hamaara Sapna. Many who could not run, jogged and many even walked the Dream Run. It was a matter of pride to be part of this huge venture.
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Exhibition at the SBI ATM
An exhibition of clothes made by the beneficiaries of the Dharavi Centre was arranged at SBI ATM. Customers came and inquired and looked at various clothes. Beneficiaries were proud selling their clothes and had a great time interacting with different customers. The exhibition was a success and all the women were very excited with the response.
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Selling of Rakhis made by a beneficiary
A beneficiary made rakhis again this year which were sold to other beneficiaries in Hamaara Sapna and to others out of the centre on a made to order basis.
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Bags made for Jamnalal Bajaj Awards
Beneficiaries of Tardeo and Dharavi Centre started making bags that are used to give away tokens of appreciation to the awardees and guests invited to The Jamnalal Bajaj Awards Function. Beneficiaries made over hundred bags. These bags have been appreciated by all and have made the beneficiaries feel proud of their contribution to this esteemed annual event.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2016
Being a part of this huge collective event has broken barriers within. Wearing Hamaara Sapna T-shirts and representing Hamaara Sapna has been one of the best ways to realize their contribution in the larger gamut of this entire exercise. The power of collectivization, as seen in this event, has been an eye opener to the world outside. The essence and importance of coming together and doing things because ‘we care’ has taken root.
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Jewellery being designed and sold on made to order basis
A beneficiary had the confidence to finally start making her own artificial jewellery. It is now sold to other beneficiaries in Hamaara Sapna and to others outside the centre on a made to order basis anytime of the year.
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Annual selling of Rakhis made by a beneficiary
This beneficiary as usual, made rakhis before Raksha Bandhan which were sold to other beneficiaries in Hamaara Sapna and to others out of the centre on a made to order basis.
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Bags for Jamnalal Bajaj Awards
Beneficiaries of Tardeo and Dharavi Centre made bags used to give away tokens of appreciation to the awardees and guests invited to The Jamnalal Bajaj Awards Function. Beneficiaries have made over hundred bags till date. These bags have been appreciated by all and have made the beneficiaries feel proud as their contribution to this esteemed annual event.
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Started teaching yoga outside Hamaara Sapna
One beneficiary having learnt yoga in Hamaara Sapna has started teaching yoga to others outside the centre. She has taught a group of local female corporators before the elections. She also goes home to teach housewives and has her own clientele.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2017
Many beneficiaries took part in the Dream Run- Marathon 2017. Like always, it was an experience to remember. Beneficiaries, carrying placards of HamaaraSapna proudly became part of this large scale event. Their contribution goes down in being a part of the larger cause. The staff of Bajaj Group and Hamaara Sapna came together and enjoyed this event full of fun, food and dance.
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Opening of Aundh Centre, Pune
The centre that opened in Pune received a staggering response and was eagerly awaited. The beneficiaries find it a great place to be ‘themselves’ leaving all their stress and worry behind. They wish to avail of all opportunities and learn much more. They find this a means to reach out to others like them and be a part of a larger family of their own outside their home. Now they feel a sense of belonging.
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Recipe book by Hamaara Sapna Ladies gets printed
The only recipes that women followed before were the ones that were shown on Hindi or other regional channels. They never had the courage to look at an English Recipe Book and follow dishes from it. However, the same women have finally come up with an edition of their very own Recipe Book. The recipes they felt they were good at were selected as a form of self-expression. They have been written and recreated by them to come up with Hamaara Sapna’s very own Recipe Book.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2018
Hamaara Sapna continued the tradition of participating in yet another year of the Mumbai Marathon Every year new and old beneficiaries have enjoyed and had a blast being a huge part of this amazing event. The collective running, jogging and walking by the beneficiaries has been an amazing experience. Pride and a sense of belonging reflects in every beneficiary’s eye as she runs shoulder to shoulder with people from all walks of life. The Dream Run for many has been a dream come true.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2019
This year the enthusiasm, zest and zeal superseded the year beyond. Not only the Dream Run, but the games, dances and even tattoos and paintings are all looked forward to by the beneficiaries. This year there were some who had decided to jog all along. Some got inspired by their friends last year and decided to participate this year and were so glad that they did it. For many it has been a novel experience and something that they would not ever get to experience otherwise.
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Indian Merchant Chambers Ladies Wing -Exhibition participation
Beneficiaries got an amazing and first of its kind opportunity to participate in the Annual Exhibition organized by the Indian Merchants Chamber – Womens wing. The beneficiaries got a taste of the professional exhibition scenario where quality, presentation, conversation and overall composure played a crucial role. They had interactions with many people which improved their confidence in themselves to talk, deliver and manage a full-blown professional stall in an important exhibition setting of great standards. Lots of learning happened there.
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Dahisar Inauguration 2019
Another proud moment for Hamaara Sapna has been the inauguration of its Dahisar Centre. The response has been overwhelming and the beneficiaries have often expressed their happiness and joy at being present there and being a part of the Hamaara Sapna family. Catering to a plethora of women in that area the centre aims to and make a ‘Home away from Home’ for all the beneficiaries maintaining its roots in tradition, culture and values.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon 2020
The year began with a bang as the beneficiaries looked forward to participating in the Mumbai Marathon. Many danced, played, sang and enjoyed like never before. They were like excited children seeing a glimpse of another world all together. The medals have been very inspiring and they are the prized property of many.
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Virtual Platform 2020
A quantum leap taken by the Hamaara Sapna was when it entered the virtual world from the physical one. Beneficiaries were taught to do zoom classes online, do exercises online and were introduced to another world all together. They realized how limitless and vast this could be and all the learning continues to expand and improve every day. Managing classes, different sessions, summer workshops online was a huge challenge for the staff, teachers and students which became a great hit and made the beneficiaries change their outlook to a lot of thins in life.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon
The Mumbai Marathon saw many beneficiaries running with great gusto. Bubbling with energy in their lovely T-shirts and carrying the Hamaara Sapna Banner has been the highlight of the event for many. There has been great pride in representing the centre and letting the world know that their centre is the best! Many beneficiaries have felt a huge jump in their confidence and have had an inner sense of freedom running the Dream Run.
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Tardeo completed 10 years
The Tardeo Centre- from where it all started completed 10 happy and fruitful years. So many beneficiaries have learnt and even moved forward in their lives to achieve their own amazing milestones. The centre continues to impart skills, learning, knowledge and is like a lighthouse in choppy seas. The walls of this centre have numerous stories to tell which can make you laugh, applaud and praise the beneficiaries for all that they have overcome to change their lives and benefitted from Hamaara Sapna to be an excellent platform to make positive changes for themselves and their families.
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Kandivali New Centre Inauguration
Another feather in the cap of Hamaara Sapna was added when the inauguration of the Kandivli centre took place. The beneficiaries have been very promising there and the busy and the bustling locale makes this a centre easily accessible for many. The centre aims to cater to women from that area who would love to learn, just come and relax and take a break from their stress and challenges. This is a great opportunity to prove to themselves and build up confidence, have a sense of belonging and togetherness.
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Dharavi centre completed 10 years
Dharavi centre followed suit in completing 10 years. It has been a memorable journey for the centre and the beneficiaries looking at the demographics and the challenges that come with it. Many novel ideas, sessions, motivational talks and a great amount of effort on part of staff and teachers has made this centre achieve a huge milestone.
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Participation in Mumbai Marathon
Amidst large crowds of people Hamaara Sapna beneficiaries stood out for their spirit, laughter and the joy they exuded. They all loved every moment of it and aready wait for this opportunity the coming year. Photos are clicked, poses are struck and every small event is stored in their hearts and mind to be cherished and treasured. All the other activities have also been a super hit with them. The Zumba master class is always one of the best.
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