UNNAYAN Competitors

Building a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential.

Samhita, founded and led by Priya Naik, is an impact catalyst which brings together pioneers, innovators, and leaders from the private, public, philanthropy, social, and financial sectors to co-create and deliver national scale, transformative social impact. Over the past 15 years, we’ve evolved to become one of India’s most trusted prosperity accelerators. In the last 5 years alone, we’ve supported 1.03 million individuals through integrated access to skilling, credit, market linkages, and social protection. We’re creating pathways that are not just impactful, but enduring. Reach out to us on csr@samhita.org to connect with our team.

Shakti Foundation is a non-government organization committed to the economic and social empowerment of disadvantaged women across Bangladesh. It believes in realizing the potential of women to become strong, independent members of their communities. Shakti began its mission with urban microfinance programs and strategically expanded its service network to reach remote rural areas. Over the years, it has widened its range of development services to include basic health care and education, agro-business growth, solar power, skills training and advocacy. Shakti was founded in April 1992 and now serves almost 500,000 households within 54 districts of Bangladesh.