Many Avatars of the Saree fundraising July 2015
Be Kind Movement hosted it’s first charitable event on Sunday19 July that depicted the versatility, beauty and grandeur of India's most sensuous garment whilst raising funds to support the homeless women in London.
Be Kind Movement hosted it’s first charitable event on Sunday19 July that depicted the versatility, beauty and grandeur of India's most sensuous garment whilst raising funds to support the homeless women in London.
Anchored by BBC Radio 4’s Viji Alles and set against the backdrop of vibrant flowing Sarees and dupattas, the ‘Many Avatars of the Saree’ event saw guests networking, raising funds and celebrating the many manifestations of the Saree.
The funds raised will support Be Kind Movement’s goal to fund initiatives that empower disadvantaged and underprivileged women. Eaves, a women led organization for women, is the chosen recipient of the funds.
Our heartfelt thanks to the sponsors: Asda Feltham, Eden Water, Forever Fairy, Gooseberry Bush Centre, Melissa’s Cakehouse and Nihaar Bakes, to those who donated generously towards the raffle prizes and to the female entrepreneurs who showcased their wares: 101 Creations, Aliveni, Apnas, Bubbles Jewellery, Innate Designs, Jyoti Chandok Ltd, Sreshtha Designs and The Far East Art Studio.
Inner Warrior: A Tribute - Art Gallery Exhibition
Wishful Smiles and Milaap, a mission based organisation joined hands to collaborate with Atria Gallery, to celebrate the spirit and struggle of the female warriors in India on Thursday 11th September at the Bhavan Centre, London.
Wishful Smiles and Milaap, a mission based organisation joined hands to collaborate with Atria Gallery, to celebrate the spirit and struggle of the female warriors in India on Thursday 11th September at the Bhavan Centre, London.
This collaboration aims to support victims of sexual violence - Redbrigade Lucknow and ex-Devadasis (Servants of God) to achieve their goal of financial independence through entrepreneurship.
We raised a generous £1700 towards our cause! Thank you to all those that contributed.
We would like to thank our media partners, Luv Asia Radio Online, for the support and passion they have shown towards this very important cause. We would also like to say a special thank you to all our sponsors for their generous contributions towards this event: Rahul Moodgal, Kish Hal and Sital Patel of Forever Living and Nurture your Future, Dr Deepa Sambare-Apte of Ayurveda Pura Health, Paresh Jethwa Jewelers, Geeta Handa: C-Atomic, Evergreen LTD and Stay Rad Photography.
A special thanks to Zee Tv and Aaj Tak for the media coverage on the night.
