Unmukt Prayas Foundation

Unbound.Unafraid.Unstoppable.

We work for the dignity, safety and equality of women, children and marginalized communities — through advocacy, awareness and training. A society where every voice matters.

Dr. Saumyata Pandey speaking at a community event
Led byDr. Saumyata PandeyPOSH & POCSO Trainer · Author

Who we are

Unmukt means unbound — a resolve to move women and children from the margins to the mainstream.

Unmukt Prayas Foundation works at the intersection of social justice, gender equality, child protection and women's safety — standing beside women, children and marginalized communities.

From newsrooms to classrooms, we engage print, electronic and digital media to promote informed dialogue, encourage social responsibility and drive change at both community and institutional levels.

01Gender Equality
02Child Protection
03Women's Safety
04Human Rights & Social Justice
Felicitation of Dr. Saumyata Pandey with her book
RESEARCH · ADVOCACY · TRAINING

Our work

Initiatives & field work

Every programme below is drawn from work our team has led — on screens, in schools, on campuses and within communities.

On air during a national TV debateAdvocacy

Media Advocacy & Social Impact

Through regular participation in television debates, panel discussions and media interactions, Dr. Saumyata Pandey offers informed perspectives on gender equality, child protection, women's safety, social welfare and human rights — advocating for policy-sensitive issues and amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities across print, electronic and digital media.

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Menstrual hygiene awareness campaign with school girlsHealth & Dignity

Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Initiative

Breaking the silence around menstruation. Interactive sessions in schools and communities on menstrual hygiene management, reproductive health, myths and safe sanitary practices — building confidence among young girls to make informed health choices, free of shame or stigma.

A.P. Sen Memorial Girls' Inter CollegeSchools & communities
Dr. Saumyata Pandey conducting a POSH training sessionTraining

POSH Awareness & Training Sessions

Led by Dr. Saumyata Pandey, Certified POSH Trainer & Consultant — covering the POSH Act 2013, workplace rights and responsibilities, prevention strategies, and grievance redressal mechanisms for faculty, staff and students across universities and schools.

Goel University, LucknowJaipuria School, BahraichJaipuria School, Vrindavan Yojana · LucknowSwami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut
Group photo from the POCSO awareness sessionChild Safety

POCSO Awareness Session

At Seth M. R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus — facilitated by Dr. Saumyata Pandey, Certified POCSO Trainer — on the POCSO Act, child safeguarding, early identification of abuse and reporting mechanisms. Creating safer spaces for children begins with awareness, responsibility and collective action.

Seth M. R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus

Recognition

Moments of honour

UNMUKT PRAYAS FOUNDATION

From Margins to Mainstream

Documenting the Struggles of Women in Marginalized Sections

Dr. Saumyata Pandey

A book that amplifies voices that often remain unheard

From Margins to Mainstream documents the lived experiences, challenges, resilience and aspirations of women from marginalized communities — fostering greater awareness, empathy and dialogue around social inclusion and gender equity.

Felicitation on Author's Day at Lekhak Gaon

Author's Day · Lekhak Gaon

Felicitation for “From Margins to Mainstream”

Dr. Saumyata Pandey was felicitated for her book celebrating the resilience of women from marginalized sections — using the written word as a catalyst for empowerment and transformation.

Honour at the Women's Day Conclave

International Women's Day · Women's Day Conclave

Honoured for women's empowerment & gender sensitization

Recognized for outstanding contributions towards women's empowerment and creating safer, more inclusive environments through awareness and training initiatives.

Empowered women empower communities, creating a stronger and more inclusive future for all.

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Dr. Saumyata Pandey

CONTACT PERSON

Certified POSH TrainerCertified POCSO TrainerAuthor

Media advocate, Certified POSH & POCSO trainer and author of “From Margins to Mainstream”.

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Dr. Ranjeeta Dwivedi

CONTACT PERSON

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