About MITR
MITR (Men Impacting Trust & Respect) is India’s pioneering gender sensitization initiative designed for adolescent boys in school settings. Focused on nurturing empathy, respect, and equality, MITR empowers young males to understand and embrace the principles of gender equity, helping them become allies in creating a safe and inclusive environment for their female peers. Through structured interventions, mentorship, and experiential learning, MITR encourages boys to reflect on their own behaviors, recognize gender .....
Vision
To nurture young men and boys into responsible allies who actively contribute to creating inclusive spaces for all in all spheres of life.
Mission
The mission is to engage boys and young men in transformative education that fosters gender sensitivity and allyship, encouraging them to apply these values daily and fulfill every objective with integrity, empathy and active participation in creating an equitable society.
About MITR
MITR (Men Impacting Trust & Respect) is India’s pioneering gender sensitization initiative designed for adolescent boys in school settings. Focused on nurturing empathy, respect, and equality, MITR empowers young males to understand and embrace the principles of gender equity, helping them become allies in creating a safe and inclusive environment for their female peers. Through structured interventions, mentorship, and experiential learning, MITR encourages boys to reflect on their own behaviors, recognize gender .....
Vision
To nurture young men and boys into responsible allies who actively contribute to creating inclusive spaces for all in all spheres of life.
Mission
The mission is to engage boys and young men in transformative education that fosters gender sensitivity and allyship, encouraging them to apply these values daily and fulfill every objective with integrity, empathy and active participation in creating an equitable society.
MITR’s core mission revolves around educating and empowering school-going boys to champion gender equality and allyship. The program focuses on:
Understanding & Respecting Girls
Helping boys comprehend the experiences and perspectives of female peers while respecting boundaries and individuality.
Empathetic Male Allies
Encouraging boys to actively support and stand by girls, fostering compassion and understanding appropriate to their age.
Identifying Gender Champions
Recognizing boys who exemplify these principles and can serve as role models and MITRs within their schools.
Friendship in Action
Cultivating an atmosphere where “friend in need” becomes a reality for girls through knowledge, empathy, and mutual respect.
MITR’s curriculum is designed to help boys understand themselves first before exploring gender dynamics. The program is structured into three broad modules with 12 subtopics each year, progressively building awareness and skills:
MITR’s curriculum is designed to help boys understand themselves first before exploring gender dynamics. The program is structured into three broad modules with 12 subtopics each year, progressively building awareness and skills:
Our Impact
At Avtar Human Capital Trust, we take pride in the collective impact our projects have created across India.
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."
— Helen Keller
Allyship Clubs give students a platform to lead, facilitate, and inspire their peers through practical engagement. These clubs provide a safe and inclusive space where boys can explore gender equality, empathy, and allyship while developing leadership skills.
- Inaugural session to kickstart the program
- Screening of impactful documentary films
- Poster-making projects to express ideas creatively
- Debates on gender equality and allyship
- Assembly talks to share insights and inspire peers
- Awareness rallies and card displays
- Concluding sessions to reflect and reinforce learning
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MITR Testimonials
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Join Our Ecosystem
At MITR, we invite you to join our mission to empower underprivileged girls.
Adopt a School
Sponsor 100 Scholars for a year and transform their lives.
Volunteer as a MITR trainer
Share your expertise and inspire young minds.
Donate
Your contributions can help expand our reach and impact.
Corporate Partnerships
Collaborate through CSR initiatives or workplace events.
Our journey of empowerment begins with awareness.
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Udyog Gruhaa, No. 10, Raja Nagar, Neelankarai,
Chennai- 600041.
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