Stories

A Quiet Roar of Resilience
At just 21, Aditya Dhumal stood at a crossroads many fear—grief in his heart, dreams in his eyes, and little in his pocket....

Once Searching for Direction, Now Guiding Others—Meet Sahil
At just 23, Sahil Sable from Ambivli carried more responsibility than most his age. Living with his parents and siblings,...

From Paused Dreams to Empowered Entrepreneur: Pooja’s Stitch of Success!
Entrepreneurship isn’t just about starting a business—it’s about reclaiming dreams and creating change. At 32, Pooja from...

Rohan’s Journey: From Job Seeker to Research Associate
From searching for the right opportunity to securing a role as a Research Associate at WNS, Rohan’s perseverance and...

From Dream to Reality: Lavanya Bhosle’s Journey to Financial Independence with Lighthouse and HSBC
Lavanya Kailash Bhosle, an 18-year-old second-year B. Com (Bachelor of Commerce) student from Wanowrie, had a dream. A...

Vanderlande’s Support Helps Shital and Others Shine at Kasbapeth Lighthouse
I am Shital Sandip Shinde, a 30-year-old woman from Rasta Peth, Pune. Life has been tough lately, especially with the...

Kaushalyam Initiative Changes Lives: Aditya’s Story of Hope, Learning, and Employment
Aditya, a young boy from the bustling streets of Jotibanager, Pimpri-Chinchwad, had always aspired to a life beyond his...

HSBC’s Support Makes Anuja’s Story and Others Possible at Yerwada Lighthouse
Anuja Rokade, a student from Subhash Nagar, Yerwada is a member of a seven-person family who faced numerous challenges...

Single Dad Finds Stability Through Skills Training
As a 31-year-old single father, I was struggling to find a stable job and provide for my family. I enrolled at the...

Turning Struggles into Strength: Kabita’s Story of Perseverance
Kabita, a determined 25-year-old from Kudiari, Jatni, understands hardship well. Living in a rented house with her parents...