About us

Why we exist.

The story behind Aaghaaz – A Beginning — and the single goal that drives everything we do.

To empower women to initiate personal and social change — and make the world better, for all.

Aaghaaz – A Beginning is a non-profit organisation which works for the betterment of less-privileged women — providing them different forms of professional training, and helping them become independent and support their families.

We want to do our part in making the world a better place for all. We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits — from vocational classrooms to our boutique and our annual magazine.

Education is something we take very seriously. Our team works each and every day to make sure the women at Aaghaaz gain the most useful skills — skills that lead to employment, and to financial independence.

Dance performance at our annual celebration Jalandhar, Punjab

Guided with care

Led by conviction.

Nidhi Kohli, Founder of Aaghaaz

Nidhi Kohli

Founder, Aaghaaz – A Beginning

She founded Aaghaaz in Jalandhar so less-privileged women could earn with independence and dignity.

Relationships that uplift

We build productive relationships — with our students, our alumni, and everyone who supports the cause.

Impact in everything

From classrooms to the boutique to our magazine, every pursuit is aimed at making a positive impact.

Education, taken seriously

Training here is professional and practical — skills chosen to open doors to real employment.

Moments

Little beginnings, captured.

Colourful thread spools in our stitching unit
Thread spools in our stitching unit
A working woman smiling
Dignity in every day's work
An elderly Indian woman in a pink saree smiling
Grace in every generation
A smiling Indian woman in an orange saree with mehndi on her hand
Confidence, worn with pride

Believe in this beginning?

There are many ways to stand with the women of Aaghaaz — pick yours.