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About YUVA

Youth for Unity and Voluntary Action (YUVA) is a non-profit working with the marginalised to empower them and help them access their rights. YUVA’s on-ground interventions are complemented with advocacy efforts and policy recommendations. Founded in Mumbai in 1984, currently YUVA is present at locations across Maharashtra, Assam and Jharkhand.

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Our Work

HABITAT

Learn about our work on sustainable and just habitats for the urban poor.

INFORMAL WORK

Explore how we empower urban informal workers to claim their rights and access welfare.

YOUTH WORK

Engage with young people's self determination and empowerment journeys.

CHILD RIGHTS

Discover how we work towards children's rights to life, protection and development.

CLIMATE JUSTICE

Learn how we work towards right to environment

GOVERNANCE

Learn how we further participatory governance to drive government accountability.

NARRATIVE CHANGE

Join our efforts for inclusive city making.

LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

Contact us for L&D offerings across thematics.

2013-23 OUTREACH & IMPACT

₹1.23 Cr

Worth social protection entitlements delivered under different schemes

72000
Identity Documents & Social Protection Schemes Facilitated
900
Collectives Facilitated

₹1.5 Cr

Wages facilitated by the Labour Helpline

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Domestic Workers united for their rights - YUVAInformal WorkMedia CoverageWomenDignity, Justice, and Rights: A State-Level Convention on Domestic Work in Maharashtra
May 31, 2025

Dignity, Justice, and Rights: A State-Level Convention on Domestic Work in Maharashtra

Organised by MRGKSS and YUVA, a state-level convention became a space of solidarity and strength, where workers raised their voices for dignity, legal recognition, and the rights.The event also marked…
Mrunmayi Kaamath
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Young Minds at the Youth Pitch Fest for Community Enterprises by YUVA and HDFC BankYouth WorkFueling Dreams, One Pitch at a Time: 5 Inspiring Stories of Young Entrepreneurial Success
May 20, 2025

Fueling Dreams, One Pitch at a Time: 5 Inspiring Stories of Young Entrepreneurial Success

At the Youth Pitch Fest, young entrepreneurs from marginalised communities shared bold ideas for change. This blog captures five inspiring journeys supported by YUVA and HDFC Bank Parivartan—stories of hope,…
Kumari Sampada
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Digital Safety & Workplace Rights - Making Mumbai - Complexcity - YUVAYouth WorkMaking Mumbai Youth Convention 2025: A Space for Youth Voices
April 27, 2025

Making Mumbai Youth Convention 2025: A Space for Youth Voices

Redefining Resilience: Youth Lead the Mental Wellbeing Conversation | Young people from across Mumbai came together to engage in meaningful conversations on mental well-being and resilience—viewing them not only as…
Kumari Sampada
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Bal Adhikar Sangharsh Sangathan (BASS) - Street Play - Complexcity 7.0 - YUVAYouth WorkComplexCity 7.0: When Street Play Became a Stage for Mental Health Awareness
April 18, 2025

ComplexCity 7.0: When Street Play Became a Stage for Mental Health Awareness

Young performers turned the streets into a stage, breaking the silence on mental health at ComplexCity 7.0. Through powerful plays, they challenged stigma, sparked conversations, and shared stories of struggle…
Kumari Sampada
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PARTNERS

YUVA’s work has been strengthened with the support of a range of diverse partners. Whether partnering for projects, on internships or within larger networks, we value the relationships with every partner.

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