QueerRise is a community-led initiative by Satarangisaathi Foundation dedicated to empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals through awareness, skill-building, and holistic support systems.
We believe that true empowerment begins with access — access to knowledge, opportunities, healthcare, and safe spaces.
QueerRise serves as a platform where individuals from within the community can learn, grow, connect, and rise together with dignity and pride
Our Vision
To create a society where every LGBTQIA+ individual has the confidence, resources, and opportunities to live authentically and thrive without fear or discrimination.
What We Do
At QueerRise, all our community-focused initiatives come together under one mission — building confident, informed, and self-reliant individuals.
1. Awareness & Education :
We conduct community-driven awareness sessions on:
- LGBTQIA+ rights and legal literacy
- Mental health and well-being
- Sexual and reproductive health
- Social inclusion and identity affirmation
2. Skill Development & Livelihood Support :
We empower individuals through:
- Career guidance and employability training
- Soft skills and communication workshops
- Entrepreneurship and financial literacy sessions
- Digital and vocational skill-building programs
3. Health & Wellness (Including Health Camps) :
Our health initiatives ensure accessible and inclusive care:
- Regular health camps for testing and general check-ups
- HIV/STI awareness, prevention, and support
- Mental health counseling and referrals
- Connecting the community with queer-friendly healthcare providers
Our Approach
QueerRise is built by the community, for the community.We focus on:
- Safe and inclusive spaces
- Peer-led support systems
- Grassroots outreach and engagement
- Sustainable, long-term impact