Misat Charitable Foundation

Disha 2025–26

About The Initiative & Social Impact Of “disha 2025-26”

DISHA 2025–26 is a flagship women empowerment program launched by the MISAT Charitable Foundation, Thrissur. Guided by the powerful theme “1000 Women, 1000 Dreams, One Mission,” the project aims to uplift 1,000 underprivileged women across Kerala by providing free professional healthcare training and job placement support in the role of General Duty Assistant (GDA) — a vital segment of the healthcare workforce. By equipping women with job-ready skills, personal development training, and access to employment opportunities, DISHA empowers them to become self-reliant contributors to their families and communities. However, DISHA is more than just a training program — it is a social movement. It represents a mission to break the cycle of poverty through education, employment, and empowerment. The MISAT Charitable Foundation envisions a Kerala where every woman, regardless of her background, has the opportunity to learn, earn, and lead with dignity.

Through DISHA, We Aim To:

Empower 1,000 women to secure stable and dignified careers
Strengthen the healthcare workforce in underserved communities
Support families affected by poverty and unemployment
Encourage greater participation of women in the formal workforce
Build a culture of confidence, dignity, and independence

Each woman trained under DISHA becomes a change-maker — transforming not only her own life but also uplifting her children, family, and the wider community.

Program Objectives

Identify and train 1,000 women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Provide free training and certification in the General Duty Assistant (GDA) program — aligned with healthcare industry standards.
Deliver practical skills and hands-on experience in patient care, hygiene, elderly care, and first aid.
Support job placement in hospitals, clinics, old age homes, and home-care services.
Promote self-confidence, dignity, and empowerment through education and employment.

What Is A General Duty Assistant (Gda)?

A General Duty Assistant (GDA) is a trained healthcare professional who supports nurses, doctors, and patients in medical settings. They play an essential role in delivering compassionate, quality care in hospitals and homes.

Career Opportunities Include:

Hospitals & Clinics
Community Health Centers
Old Age Homes
Rehabilitation Centers
Home Healthcare Services

After completing the DISHA GDA training, women will be ready for entry-level healthcare roles that offer stable income, job security, and professional growth.

How You Can Support “disha”

We invite individuals, organizations, corporates, healthcare institutions, and volunteers to collaborate with us in this impactful mission.

SPONSOR A STUDENT : Make a direct impact by sponsoring one or more women to complete the training program. Your support covers her full education, certification, and placement assistance.
COLLABORATE WITH US: If you're a hospital, clinic, educational institution, or NGO, partner with us as a training venue, internship provider, or recruitment partner.
CONTRIBUTE THROUGH CSR : Corporates can support DISHA as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs — through financial contributions, infrastructure, training kits, or digital learning tools.
VOLUNTEER OR MENTOR : Healthcare professionals and educators can contribute time and expertise as guest speakers, mentors, or skill trainers.
SPREAD THE WORD : Help us reach deserving women across Kerala. Use your platforms, communities, or networks to share information about this initiative.

Every contribution helps unlock a dream, and every dream is a step toward transformation.