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Let’s uplift street children

Empowering Children
Empowering Future

We provide full care and protection to street children through varied child-centric programmes.

AN OVERVIEW OF OUR JOURNEY

Our Impact

Since the inception of SBT in 1988, we have provided holistic support to street and working children in India.

Our Programmes

Through our child-centric programmes, we provide essential resources to street children to ensure they have access to their basic rights.

Preventive Health & Nutrition

Children on the streets live in unsanitary conditions and are prone to various infections and diseases. Therefore, regular...

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Education

Street children can be categorized as the most marginalised section of society. They live on the cruel, unfeeling streets of...

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Residential Programme

Salaam Baalak Trust Delhi (SBT) started as a daycare centre for street children. Over a period of time, we realised that a safe space...

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Restoration & Rehabilitation

Every day, more than 50 children migrate with/without the company of a responsible adult(s) from the hinterlands of India...

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Awards & Recognition

  • 2024

    SAT PAUL MITTAL NATIONAL AWARD (LUDHIANA), INSTITUTIONAL GOLD CATEGORY

  • 2020

    Special Jury Award by NITI Aayog to Dr. Praveen Nair for her work with street children

  • 2017

    Jamnalal Bajaj Award for outstanding contribution in the field of development and welfare of women and children

  • 2014

    International Spotlight Award from National Arts and Humanities Youth Program, White House, Washington, USA

  • 2011

    The National Award for Child Welfare 2011 honoured to Salaam Baalak Trust Delhi

  • 2010

    Kiran Life Time Award for outstanding work with women and children, India

  • 2006

    UNAIDS Civil Society Award for outstanding commitment & support to fight against HIV/AIDS, India

  • 2004

    Chirayushya Samman & ANUGRAH by National Institute of Social Defence & Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, India

  • 2003

    Delhi State Award for the best work done in the field of child welfare, India

  • 2002

    Making a Difference Award from Children's Hope, New York

Success Stories

Kajal | Centre Name: Arushi

Kajal, 24, originally from Uttar Pradesh and raised in Delhi, joined Salaam Baalak Trust at the age of six when her parents faced serious health challenges. She grew up at Arushi, a girls’ shelter home, where she received quality education, care, and exposure to activities such as rock climbing, football, swimming, and guitar. Alongside her studies, she became part of Salaam City Walk, which significantly strengthened her communication skills and confidence. In 2024, Kajal attended the GX event by G Adventures, where she discovered a new career path. After a successful interview in, she was selected as a Chief Experience Officer (travel guide). Today, Kajal works with G Adventures, pursuing her passion for travel and building an independent future.

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Sabrina | Centre Name: Arushi

Sabrina, 20, came to Ujjwal Niketan when she was just a few months old and completed her schooling there until Grade 7. Due to multiple transitions, she stayed at several homes before finally settling at Arushi Home, where she completed her secondary education. Determined to build a strong future, she cleared the NCHMCT examination and secured admission to the Institute of Hotel Management, Ahmedabad, a central government college. Sabrina completed her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and also earned a B.A. (Honours) in Political Science. Through campus placements, she was selected by McDonald’s as a Trainee Manager. In this role, she is gaining hands-on experience in restaurant operations, team management, and customer service, progressing toward becoming a Restaurant General Manager.

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Laxmi | Centre Name: Udaan

At just three years old, Laxmi was found wandering near Connaught Place, surviving on the streets of Delhi by selling balloons and relying on langar at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Orphaned due to her parents’ addiction, she was brought into the care of Salaam Baalak Trust and placed at Udaan, where her transformation began. Bright and resilient, Laxmi excelled academically and creatively, shining in sports, theatre, dance, and classical music. She completed her schooling with strong results, earned admission to IITTM for a BBA, and secured placement with Creative Travels. Today, Laxmi is a working professional, aspiring to pursue a master’s degree and uplift others like her—proving that her past does not define her future.

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Khushboo | Centre Name: Udaan

Khushboo completed her graduation from Indian Institute of Craft & Design and is now working as a designer at the well-known store, Shades of India.

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Suman | Centre Name: Udaan

Suman completed her graduation from IP College for Women, University of Delhi. She is also a Gandhi Fellowship recipient and is currently working towards the education of children in a village in Uttarakhand.

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Danish | Centre Name: Apna Ghar

Danish lived on the streets as a ragpicker and polished shoes for a living. Today, he is the Co-Founder and Director of Street Connections company, a social enterprise that helps SBT beneficiaries and runs ethical tourism with a small Bed and Breakfast for tourists.

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Rekha | Centre Name: Udaan

Rekha came to SBT when she was 12 years old as her mother did not have the financial or emotional means to support her. Today, she has completed her Bachelor's in Spanish and has embarked on a new journey.

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Mritunjay | Centre Name: DMRC

Mritunjay worked at a jewellery shop as a child so he ran away from home. Today, Mritunjay has completed Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory from Lovely Professional University. He is currently working as a Medical Lab Superintendent with the Indian Railways.

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City Walk

The Salaam Baalak Trust Delhi City Walk is a guided tour of almost two hours conducted by children who used to live on the streets of Delhi before joining our Trust.

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Testimonials

I wholeheartedly recommend Salaam Baalak Trust (SBT) for its exemplary work in transforming the lives of street children in New Delhi, India. As a donor for the past three years, I've witnessed SBT's remarkable efforts in providing fundamental needs like food, security, education, and sanitation. Their Mental Health Programme is particularly commendable, offering crucial counseling and support to help children overcome traumatic experiences. SBT's dedication and effective initiatives make it a deserving recipient of support from organizations like Global Giving.

Saurabh Uboweja (Donor)

Founder & Managing Partner, BOD Consulting

I came to SBT as a child in 2002. In 2012, I completed my education and chose dance as my career. I specialise in Mayurbhanj Chhau and contemporary dance and have performed nationally and internationally. I teach the students at SBT too. I am grateful for the generous support of SBT.

Rohit

SBT Alumnus, Professional Dancer

This programme gave me the best experience of my life. Working with the boys and teaching them new things was so rewarding. Their stories and personalities are amazing and I hope they go far in life. Salaam Balaak is so wonderful for giving these boys a great life. I love them and will miss them very much. Hope I can see them again!

Maddie

Volunteer

DSS has had the privilege of partnering with Salaam Baalak Trust for over a decade as part of our CSR initiatives, and it has been an immensely enriching and humbling journey. Their unwavering commitment to transforming the lives of street children through education, shelter, and rehabilitation is truly inspiring.

Over the years, we have witnessed firsthand the deep impact of their work — not only in providing safety and care but in nurturing confidence, talent, and potential among some of the most vulnerable sections of society. Salaam Baalak Trust’s team operates with compassion, professionalism, and desire to transform the lives of these children.

We are proud to support their mission and look forward to continuing this partnership in creating a more inclusive and hopeful future for every child they touch.

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