Category: Blog
Education and Health: A Dual Approach to Empowering India’s Youth
Children need to be in good health to learn, play, and grow. Their physical and mental well-being directly shapes how they engage in the classroom, build relationships, and explore new opportunities. Ensuring that school-aged children have access to proper nutrition, preventive care, and timely medical support is therefore not only about protecting their immediate well-being—it […]
Micro-Impact, Macro Change: How Small Donations Can Save Lives
When we think of changing lives, we often imagine grand gestures or massive resources. But in reality, some of the most powerful transformations begin with seemingly small actions. At The Soondra Foundation, we’ve seen time and again how modest donations—$50, $100, $250—can ripple outward to create profound impact. This is the essence of micro-impact: the […]
From Heatwaves to Disease Spread: How Climate Change Is Impacting Public Health
As global temperatures continue to rise, the impacts of climate change are becoming increasingly evident—not only in environmental terms, but also through significant and growing public health challenges. In 2023, India experienced its highest recorded temperature—approximately 126°F—and endured an extended period of heatwaves, as noted by Science Insider journalist Vaishnavi Chandrashekhar. These events underscore a […]
Mental Healthcare in India: Barriers, Legal Rights, and Solutions
Understanding Mental Health Challenges in India Mental health remains one of the most pressing yet overlooked healthcare challenges in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 450 million people globally suffer from mental disorders, with a staggering 80% residing in low- and middle-income countries. In India, in 2017 alone, nearly 197.3 million people […]
Breaking Barriers: The Dreams and Challenges of High School Girls in Rural India
Our founder visited a school in rural northern India. She has many young high school girls who aspire to better prospects than their parents in a strong economic environment. They dream of becoming police officers, doctors, nurses, or teachers, symbolizing their hope and ambition. However, these goals are in stark contrast to their realities. Many […]
Looking back: Happy Eid!
India has a diverse population and long history, meaning that many groups within India have century-old traditions and celebrations. A few weeks prior, we spotlighted the celebration of Holi, a Hindu festival celebrated across South Asian nations and diasporas globally. This week, we’ll spotlight the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a Muslim holiday at the end […]
Looking Back: Happy Holi!
A few weeks ago, many Indians across the world celebrated the festival of Holi! What is Holi? Holi is a Hindu festival celebrated at the beginning of spring, the day after the full moon marked in the Hindu calendar. This year, Holi was on March 25th. This festival draws on the rich cultural backgrounds and […]
Period Taboos in Rural Communities
What is menstruation taboo? Menstruation taboos are ideas of uncleanliness or shame associated with periods, the specific duration in the female reproductive cycle when the uterine lining is shed, exiting the body in the form of period blood. Menstruation taboos exist in many cultures, shaping the actions of women in social and cultural traditions. The […]
Spotlight: The Soondra Foundation’s Partners
Soondra reaches communities in India through our partnerships with registered organizations working directly with individuals on-site! Soondra’s current partnerships include work with Teach for India, The Milaan Foundation, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation. An Educational Need Education is a key factor in social mobility—however, children living in poverty often cannot access high quality education. […]
