Success Stories 
Jyoti's incredible journey with Salaam Baalak Trust began in 2010 at the age of 6. A boxing enthusiast, she won national-level awards in Kickboxing and achieved an Orange Belt in Karate. Her passion for learning didn't stop there! In grades 11 and 12, she pursued a Diploma in Culinary Catering. Today, Jyoti is making waves at the Institute of Hotel Management, Jaipur, excelling in bakery skills and overcoming challenges with determination.
Meet Pooja, a shining example of resilience and determination! From a turbulent start, she found her way to Salaam Baalak Trust in 2017 with the help of the Child Welfare Committee. Today, she's a successful credit counsellor, blending financial expertise with empathy. Her journey is a testament to the power of education and support.
Meet Ravi, a true inspiration! From a boy alone at a railway station to a successful fitness trainer and martial artist, his journey is a testament to the power of support and personal commitment. At 11, he found himself at SBT's DMRC Children Home, with no memory of his parents. Despite the challenges, Ravi excelled in school and kickboxing. Now, at 18, he's a fitness trainer, using his passion to help others. Ravi's story proves that with the right support, anyone can overcome adversity.
At just 6, Arif's life changed when his grandfather recognised the significance of education and enrolled him at Salaam Baalak Trust, opening doors to endless possibilities. Arif not only succeeded academically but also found his love for football. Representing his school in interstate matches, he excelled on the field. His Class 12 results and CUET rank secured him a spot in Delhi University's Hansraj College, B.A. Programme. As he steps into this new chapter, we send our warmest wishes. Arif, we believe in your brilliance!
Thanks to Salaam Baalak Trust's outreach work, Sheetal and her siblings now attend SBT's Kishalaya Centre, where they received a proper education. Sheetal, a shining star in the making, excels academically and dreams of becoming a chartered accountant. Currently in 12th grade, she's not just book-smart but also a force to be reckoned with in sports. Sheetal was also a proud member of the SBT cricket team that represented India at the Street Child Cricket World Cup in Chennai.
Meet Ilma, a courageous young girl whose life took a remarkable turn at our Udaan girls home. From uncertainty to success, her journey is an inspiration. Placed in our care by the Child Welfare Committee, Ilma's determination led her to pursue education and vocational training. Today, she shines as a room attendant at the ITC Maurya hotel and continues her studies alongside. Today, she not only supports her family but also stands as a pillar of strength. Join us in celebrating Ilma's extraordinary journey!
Laxmi arrived at Rose Udaan Home when she was 14. Tragically, her mother had passed away, and her alcoholic stepfather subjected her to repeated abuse. She bravely spoke out against the abuse, leading to her and her three younger siblings being sent to SBT. Upon joining Udaan, Laxmi enrolled in school. Being interested in the culinary arts, she underwent training in food production and had the opportunity to intern at the Country Inn at Chhatarpur. Laxmi also took the initiative to enrol in a public speaking and communication course at the prestigious Oxford Institute.
Amar's journey from a young mechanic to a project manager at Decathlon is one of incredible resilience. Despite facing immense challenges, including poverty, abuse, and illness, he overcame every obstacle to pursue his dreams. Now, he's not only excelling in his career but also working towards becoming an entrepreneur.
Nandini, once a street child near Hanuman Mandir, faced adversity but stayed clear of substance use. Her determination to learn caught our attention. She attended Grace Mission Boarding School, then Udaan. Nandini achieved first division on the 10th and 12th CBSE boards. Now 18, she's reunited with her mother, working at Starbucks, and pursuing a BA. Her inspiring journey is a testament to her resilience and determination.
Karan has been studying B.Voc. in Child Protection at TISS. He has been selected for the Gandhi Fellowship for the next two years. After that, Karan wants to pursue a Master's in Social Work. We're so proud of his accomplishments!
Hailing from a low-income family in Madhepura (Bihar), Shivalak had to start working at the tender age of five. After joining SBT, he completed his training and Master’s degree in Physical Education. Shivalak then got a job as a Karate teacher in a school. Today, he teaches in 25 schools and five clubs, and strives to impart the values he learnt at SBT to other underprivileged children.
Roma came to SBT when she was very young and today, she has a scholarship from VAHANI for her under-graduation. Currently, Roma is pursuing a course in Journalism and Mass Communication and received a Gandhi Fellowship that she will join soon after her exams.
Ritu was born in a very poor family in Jhansi. Her alcoholic father abandoned her mother and her three siblings. Due to the poor economic situation, they were soon living on the streets of Delhi. Ritu came to SBT in the year 2002 as she was hoping to become financially independent so that she can support her mother one day and give her a comfortable life. Unfortunately, she lost her mother and her elder sister last year and is now taking care of her sister's children. Besides managing all of this, Ritu is pursuing a course in Fashion Designing from Pearl Academy and aspires to become a successful designer.
Rani never attended school and was only made to do household chores at her relatives' home where she lived. One day, she escaped from their house and was rescued by a police team and brought to SBT. SBT enrolled Rani in a formal school where she secured 85% in class 12th boards and got admission in B.A. (Hons.) Hindi Patrakarita (Journalism). Currently, she is working as an HR person at Varuna Integrated Logistics, Gurugram and completing her final semester.
Mritunjay lost his mother at 7 and his father remarried but his stepmother never cared for him I was forced to leave his studies and work at a jewellery shop but Mritunjay ran away as he was beaten regularly. He started rag-picking and lived on the streets of Delhi where SBT rescued him and today, Mritunjay has completed Bachelor's of Science in Medical Laboratory from Lovely Professional University (LPU). He is currently working as a Medical Lab Superintendent with the Indian Railways.
Four years back, SBT rescued Raja from the railway platform of Old Delhi Railway Station. He has speech and hearing impairment but despite all odds, he learnt Sign Language and computers. He is now working in a salon’s housekeeping department and is independent and happy.
Homelessness and dysfunctional families often drive children toward drug addiction. One such child is Deepak found by SBT's outreach team. Deepak was heavily dependent on drugs and after much insistence by our team, he started visiting the daycare centre. He eventually agreed to visit a rehabilitation centre and is now completely off drugs. Deepak is currently enrolled in open school learning and is a peer educator at the SBT.
Danish ran away from home when he was 6 and lived at New Delhi Railway Station for 8 years as a ragpicker and polished shoes. He came to SBT for four years where he worked at the GRP Contact Point with street children for one year and another year as a tour guide for SBT's City Walk. Danish graduated from Delhi University in 2014 and completed M.Sc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Bristol in the UK. Today, Danish is a Co-Founder and Director of Street Connections company, a social enterprise.
Rekha came to SBT when she was 12 years old as her mother did not have the financial or emotional means to support her. She was a little girl with resilience and high hopes for a bright future, and she fought all odds to achieve what she wanted. Today, she has completed her Bachelor's in Spanish.
Rakhi came to SBT at the age of 16 and worked extremely hard to get a job in the service department of GOOGLE. Today, she is taking care of her younger sister and her studies as well. Even though Rakhi was a teen when she joined SBT, the focus was always on education which led her to complete her education through an open school.
Suman completed her graduation from IP College for Women, University of Delhi. She is also a Gandhi Fellowship recipient and is currently working towards the education of children in a village in Uttarakhand.
Khushboo completed her graduation from the Indian Institute of Craft & Design and is now working as a designer at the well-known store, Shades of India.