“Unnato Bangla” embodies Juris Legit's core belief in justice, equality and inclusive growth. For years, the firm has been actively engaged in community outreach beyond its legal domain and this new initiative marks a significant expansion of that unwavering commitment.
“Our mission with Unnato Bangla is to empower vulnerable individuals and communities by promoting social justice, equality and inclusive development" stated Akshay Jain for Juris Legit. “We are dedicated to alleviating poverty, ensuring access to basic human rights and creating opportunities for all, regardless of background or circumstance, to lead dignified, healthy, and fulfilled lives. Through compassion–driven initiatives, community engagement, and sustainable programs, we are building a society where every person is valued, supported and given the tools to thrive."
The initiative's multi–faceted approach will target various pressing issues, including but not limited to:
Health: -
- Health Index Assessments: Conducting comprehensive health screenings (blood sugar, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, height, weight) to identify and address potential health issues.
- Free Eye Check–Up Camps: Organizing eye check-up camps in all 341 Blocks of West Bengal and providing free spectacles to those prescribed.
- Menstrual Health & Hygiene: Distributing sanitary napkins to promote menstrual health management and empowerment among women and adolescent girls.
- Disease Prevention: Distributing condoms to prevent pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections and conducting extensive awareness programs in villages on healthy lifestyles and hygiene to combat chronic diseases, infectious diseases, substance abuse and mental health challenges prevalent in rural areas.
Legal:
- Access to Justice: Providing pro bono legal assistance for civil and criminal litigation to individuals from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) who often face significant barriers to accessing justice.
- Legal Awareness Programs: Empowering EWS communities with knowledge of their rights and legal protections through dedicated awareness camps.
Social & Employment:
- Poverty Alleviation: Addressing root causes of poverty by promoting economic growth, job creation and access to basic services.
- Combating Social Injustice: Raising awareness and actively working against issues like the caste system, child marriage, and human trafficking, while advocating for safe drinking water, improved public distribution systems and better public transport.
- Enhancing Education & Women's Safety: Addressing systemic problems in education, including infrastructure and teacher shortages, and actively working towards improving women's safety, particularly in vulnerable areas.
- Skill Development & Employment Generation: Launching skill development and vocational training centres (tailoring, carpentry, plumbing, data entry), promoting Self–Help Groups (SHGs) for self– employment, establishing social enterprises and providing digital literacy training to unlock online work opportunities for EWS youth.
"Our strength lies in the dedication, compassion and expertise of our diverse team of social workers, educators, healthcare professionals, legal experts, community organizers and volunteers," added Akshay Jain. "United by a shared commitment, we believe in leading by example, staying connected with the people we serve and continuously learning to improve the way we work. Together, we are building a more just, inclusive, and compassionate society one step at a time."
“Unnato Bangla” represents a significant commitment from Juris Legit to fostering sustainable change and empowering those who need it the most in West Bengal.
About Juris Legit: Juris Legit is a dedicated firm with a strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and public interest service. Beyond its legal expertise, the firm actively engages in community outreach programs, driven by its core values of justice, equality, and inclusive growth. "Unnato Bangla" is their latest and most ambitious initiative to contribute meaningfully to societal upliftment.
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