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From breaking stereotypes on the kabaddi field to dreaming fearlessly about the future, Mandeep and Gitish’s journeys reflect the transformative impact of the Udaan program.
Their stories go beyond sport, highlighting confidence, determination, resilience, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to grow, lead, and dream bigger in safe and inclusive spaces.
Read their stories and discover how sport can shape more than just the game.

Mandeep: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OA30U_abu17gRl2IM8rKtB-ylEB0ZXGj/view?usp=sharing

Gitish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LCbSkOzCi5JQcoEX1CW6iua2zLNKHEcG/view?usp=sharing

The Reframing Masculinities Conference, organized by AZAD FOUNDATION in collaboration with Centre for Gender and Masculinities, International Center for Research on Women (ICRW), MenEngage Alliance, and MenEngage India, brought together practitioners, researchers, and organizations to engage in critical conversations around gender, power, care, and social change.

Representing PSD at the conference, Akash Thapa, Team Lead: S4D Programs and Training, participated as a panelist, contributing to discussions on creating more inclusive, equitable, and compassionate communities.

MenEngage Alliance
International Center for Research on Women