Objectives
Safe Spaces and Support Services
Establish safe spaces, community centres, and online platforms that offer support groups, counselling, and resources to LGBTQIA+ individuals, ensuring they have a place to share experiences, find mentorship, and access mental health support. Also organise community-building events, forums, and discussions that promote dialogue, understanding, and collaboration.
Collaborative Advocacy and Policy Reform
Collaborate with stakeholders, legal experts, activists, government bodies, educational institutions, allies, and policymakers to advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusive policies and regulations at local, national, and international levels, fostering legal protections and social acceptance that safeguard LGBTQIA+ rights and dignity.
Education and Awareness
Organise workshops, seminars, conclaves, symposiums, and awareness campaigns to educate communities about LGBTQIA+ issues, dispel myths, and promote acceptance, ultimately reducing stigma and discrimination.
Healthcare Access & Comprehensive Well-being
Facilitate access to LGBTQIA+ friendly healthcare services and promote initiatives addressing specific healthcare needs within the community, including gender-affirming care and sexual health education. First even Genomics study in India has been initiated with Karnataka DNA Centre, MS Ramaiah Hospital and Manipal Hospital in the country on Transgender and Intersex individuals. Anita Humanitarian Foundation also marks another pride to be first in India, also in the world to prepare such studies.
Youth Empowerment
Develop mentorship programs and initiatives that empower LGBTQIA+ youth to build self-confidence, pursue education, and access opportunities to thrive.
Cultural Engagement
Celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture through art, literature, performances, and events, fostering a sense of pride and unity within the community and the world around.
Economic Independence
Provide tailored training, mentorship, resources, and connect LGBTQIA+ business owners with funding opportunities and networking platforms to empower them as entrepreneurs and leaders.
Inclusivity through Media
Promote accurate and diverse representations of LGBTQIA+ lives through media, communication, and arts, fostering understanding and dispelling misconceptions.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Forge partnerships with other NGOs, educational institutions, corporations, and government bodies to amplify the impact of the foundation's initiatives.
Research and Data Collection
Conduct research and gather data on LGBTQIA+ related issues to inform evidence-based advocacy efforts and craft services to community needs.
Crisis Intervention
Provide resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals in crisis, offering immediate support and connections to relevant services.
Sustainability
Develop strategies for long-term sustainability through fundraising, donor engagement, entrepreneurship opportunities, self-sustaining properties, investment support, and community partnerships.
