Executive Summary We, Blind Lead Trust, a non-profit organization, have launched a social enterprise initiative, HopeMade.  Under this brand we are seeking funding to establish a soap manufacturing facility that will create sustainable employment for visually impaired individuals. This facility will provide meaningful work opportunities while producing high-quality soap products. The  HopeMade enterprise aligns with

On January 6th, 2025, we were delighted to welcome three MSW students from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University in Tamil Nadu to Blind Lead Trust in Shillong, Meghalaya. We are thrilled to have the students join us for their winter internship (5-7 days) and are confident that their contributions will be invaluable to our organization. Blind

Jitendra’s story and how he began for the Blind Lead Trust (BLT) as a Co-Founder of the organization. At the beginning Mr. Jitendra was in his village when he was at the age of 18 or 19th years old and the work he did was to labor someone if anyone can give him a job

Mission Statement To empower individuals with disabilities, particularly the visually impaired, by advocating for their rights, providing access to education and opportunities, and fostering a supportive community. Jitendra’s Journey Jitendra’s journey began with personal experiences of discrimination and barriers faced by individuals with disabilities. His determination to create a more inclusive society led him to

Prompt: report on a World White Cane Safety Day celebration organized by the Ephatha Society in Khliehriat, East Jaintia Hills District. World White Cane Safety Day Celebration: A Success in Khliehriat On October 15, the Ephatha Society, under the leadership of Co-Founder/Managing Director Pastor Sympooh and Society member Shri. Kermiki Siangshai, successfully organized a World

Jitendra’s Suffered: I just wanted to express my opinions about my experience just recently with the Ganesh Das Hospital which is the big hospital in the state of Meghalaya and who is taking care of pregnant womens. I was admitted by my wife there as an emergency patient, because she was transferred from the Nazareth

We at Blind Lead Trust (BLT) are thrilled to share the progress of our trainee, Ms. Lucy Lamare! Lucy, a young woman with visual impairment, is diligently learning chocolate making under the guidance of Colks Company and the MSSDS program. Similar to our first trainee in soap making, Lucy initially faced challenges due to her

Social media post to honor Mr. Sanbor Shulai and the Blind Lead Trust (BLT) Let’s celebrate inclusion and empowerment! The Blind Lead Trust (BLT), a Shillong-based organization for the welfare of people with disabilities (PWDs), is recognizing MLA Sanbor Shulai (South Shillong) for his incredible support. Why does Mr. Shulai deserves our appreciation? These are

Press Release for The Blind Lead Trust (BLT) Subject: BLT Addresses SBI Malki Branch’s Refusal to Accept Thumb Impressions as Signatures Shillong, Meghalaya – [Yesterday’s: 17/07/2024] The Blind Lead Trust (BLT) is holding a press conference to address the State Bank of India’s (SBI) Malki branch refusal to accept thumb impressions, the standard signature for

Blind Lead Trust Annual Report (2023-2024) Executive Summary This report highlights the activities of the Blind Lead Trust, a non-governmental organization (NGO) working for the welfare of visually impaired people in Shillong, Meghalaya, India, during the financial year 2023-2024. The Blind Lead Trust focused on spreading awareness about visual impairment through various programs and exhibitions.